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PSS 21H-2B8 B4

I/A Series® Hardware

Redundant 0 to 20 mA I/O Interface (FBM05)

The Redundant 0 to 20 mA I/O Interface consists of a A special redundant analog output function block,
pair of Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) that contain four 0 to AOUTR, is used for each redundant pair of outputs.
20 mA dc analog input channels and four 20 mA dc The AOUTR block handles output writes and
analog output channels. The pair of Fieldbus Modules initialization logic for the redundant channels. On
combine to provide redundancy at the Fieldbus each execution cycle of the AOUTR block, identical
Module level. Field I/O is wired to one common output writes are sent to both Fieldbus Modules, fully
connection block (Figure 1). Each Fieldbus Module exercising the Fieldbus and the Fieldbus Module logic
independently attempts to hold the output(s) at its of each module. When a failure is detected in one of
specified output value(s), and each independently the Fieldbus Modules, its output is driven to 0 mA,
reports its observed value of the inputs. A special and the corresponding channel in the good module
analog input block in the control software validates automatically continues supplying the proper current
each input in conjunction with information from the to the output current loop. Either Fieldbus Module
Fieldbus Module. may be replaced without upsetting field input or
output signals to the good module.

Product Specifications
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Each input channel accepts an analog sensor input Input channel options include a configurable choice of
such as a 4 to 20 mA transmitter or a self-powered analog input resolution on a per module basis. Input
20 mA source. Each output channel drives an channel security is enhanced by redundantly
external load and produces a 0 to 20 mA output. powering the input current loop from per channel
Transmitter power from each module is diode OR’d power supplies in each module of the pair. Test points
together in the termination cable assembly (TCA) to are provided on the wiring termination cable to allow
assure redundant power to either module. periodic checking of transmitter power supply voltage,
The module performs the signal conversion required redundant transmitter power supply blocking diodes,
to interface the electrical input/output signals from/to and termination cable integrity. Increased availability
the field sensors to/from the redundant Fieldbus. can be achieved by periodic inspection through the
Each module is a non-expandable main type, and use of these test points.
independently connects to the redundant Fieldbus. Configurable options in the Fieldbus Modules for
Output channels of the modules are tied together via output security include Fail-Safe Action
a special termination cable assembly. (Hold/Fallback), Analog Output Fail-Safe Fallback
The TCA provides test points that may be used for Data (on a per channel basis), Fieldbus Fail-Safe
periodic test and measurement (for example, testing Enable, and Fieldbus Fail-Safe Delay Time. The
the output voltage of each redundant transmitter Analog Output Fail-Safe Fallback Data option must be
power supply). Such periodic testing can increase the set for 0 mA output. This removes one of the pair of
statistical availability of the redundant pair of redundant output channels from service for
modules. detectable problems such as a module not properly
receiving output writes, not passing security tests on
Pairs of modules may be mounted several different FBM microprocessor writes to output registers, failure
ways, in order of increasing security, to avoid of internal FBM diagnostics, or FBM watchdog timer
commonality. The more favorable configuration is time-out. Setting of the Analog Output Fail-Safe
mounting in different mounting structures (for Fallback Data option for 0 mA output also minimizes
example, separate bus configuration). Other less the possibility of a “fail high” result.
desirable configurations place the module pair in the
same Y-adapter or mounting structure. The redundancy of the module pair, coupled with high
coverage of faults, provides an expected subsystem
The microprocessor of each module executes the availability above 0.999974 with yearly test point
analog I/O application program, plus security routines inspection, and above 0.999996 with quarterly test
that validate the health of the FBM. User-configurable point inspection. This assumes that the module pair
security options are stored in battery backed resides in a single 2x8 cell bus, with a non-stop
registers. To retain these settings during power powering system. It also assumes an MTTR of eight
outages, battery backup of the FBMs via IPM06 hours.
battery backup modules is recommended.

4 REDUNDANT ANALOG INPUTS - SINGLE TRANSMITTER

4 REDUNDANT ANALOG OUTPUTS - SINGLE VALVE

FBM05
FBM05 FBM05
FBM05
PRI PRI 1 XMTTR 1
PRI SEC 2 XMTTR 2
3 XMTTR 3
4 XMTTR 4
5 VALVE 5
6 VALVE 6
7 VALVE 3
8 VALVE 4
TERMINAL ASSY

Figure 1. Redundant I/O Configurations

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FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Common Characteristics Input Channels
POWER REQUIREMENTS (PER FBM) INPUT
Input Voltage (Redundant) 4 isolated and independent redundant channels(a)
24 V, ac or dc (nominal) INPUT RANGE (EACH CHANNEL)
Consumption 0 to 20.4 mA dc
10 W (typical) ACCURACY
Externally Powered Transmitter
Heat Dissipation ±0.25% of span
12 W (maximum) Module Powered Transmitter
ISOLATION ±0.5% of span
The module withstands, without damage, a COMMUNICATION
potential of 600 V ac applied for one minute Via a redundant Fieldbus
between any channel and earth (ground), or
between a given channel and any other channel. Output Channels
OUTPUT
NOTE
4 isolated and independent redundant channels(b)
This does not imply that these channels are
OUTPUT RANGE (EACH CHANNEL)
intended for permanent connection to
0 to 20.4 mA dc
hazardous voltage circuits. Connection of
OUTPUT LOAD (MAXIMUM)
these channels to voltages greater than
735 Ω
30 V ac or 60 V dc violates electrical safety
COMPLIANCE VOLTAGE
code requirements and may expose users to
18.0 V nominal at 20 mA dc at I/O field terminals
electric shock.
ACCURACY
CONVERSION TIME (SOFTWARE ±0.10% of span (25°C)
CONFIGURABLE) OUTPUT TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT
See Table 1 (Input Specifications) 100 ppm/°C
INPUT CONNECTIONS COMMUNICATION
Two configurations (see Figure 2) Via a redundant Fieldbus
SETTLING TIME
100 ms to settle within a 1% band of steady state for
a 10 to 90% input step change
LINEARITY ERROR
±0.05% of span
RESOLUTION
12 bits
(a) Redundant inputs pairs are connected by a common field I/O connector and therefore, are not isolated from each other.
(b) Redundant output pairs are connected by a common field I/O connector and therefore, are not isolated from each other.

MODULE-POWERED TRANSMITTER EXTERNALLY POWERED TRANSMITTER

+ P + P

TRANSMITTER + +

TRANSMITTER

FIELD EXTERNAL FIELD

CONNECTIONS POWER CONNECTIONS
INPUT COMPLIANCE VOLTAGE SUPPLY
21 VOLTS MINIMUM AT 20 mA INPUT RESISTANCE 50

Figure 2. Input Connections

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Table 1. Input Specifications

Conversion Time Update Time Settling Time(a) Linearity Error(a)
(Seconds) (Milliseconds) (Seconds) (% of Range) Resolution (Bits)
0.1 10 0.25 0.025 12
0.2 10 0.50 0.015 13
0.5 25 1.00 0.010 14
1.0 50 2.00 0.010 15
(a)Value settles within a 1% band of steady state for a 10 to 90% input step change.

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS(a)
Operating Storage
TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE
0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY RELATIVE HUMIDITY
5 to 95% (noncondensing) 5 to 95% (noncondensing)
ALTITUDE ALTITUDE
-300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) -300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft)

Contamination
Harsh (less than 2000 angstroms of copper corrosion
in one month)
(a) The environmental limits of this module may be enhanced by the type of enclosure containing the module. {Refer to the applicable
Specification Sheet (PSS) which describes the specific type of enclosure that is to be used.}

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Mounting Field Termination Connections(a)
WITH Y-ADAPTER DISCRETE WIRE BLOCK
Installable in the 1x8 Mounting Structure, Input Channels
I/A Series Industrial Enclosures and Field 12 screw-clamp terminals
Enclosure 8 Output Channels
WITHOUT Y-ADAPTER 8 screw-clamp terminals
Installable in I/A Series Field Enclosure 4 and the
1x8 FBM Mounting Structure Plug Connector Block
34-pin connector. Mates with:
Mass - Burndy MSD 34 PM 118
1.4 kg (3.08 lb) (plug with bar-type cable clamp)
Indicators (Mounted on Termination Connector) - Burndy MSD 34 PM 124
OPERATIONAL STATUS (plug with clam shell hood)
Red and green light-emitting diodes (LEDs) - Burndy MSD 34 PM 824
(plug with suitcase hood)
- or equivalent

Bypass Jack
Built into the termination connector of the output
channels. (Accepts a bypass plug from an external
20 mA source).
(a) The discrete wire connector block is available on termination cable assemblies for all enclosures excluding the Field Enclosure 4, and
Multiple (Bridged) Industrial Enclosure 32.
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