Products Description
FOXBORO FCP270 P0917YZ I/A Series Field Control Processor Module in stock
FOXBORO FCP270 P0917YZ is a field-mounted distributed control processor for Foxboro I/A Series and Evo DCS system. It executes real-time regulatory control, sequence logic and data acquisition, and communicates with FBM fieldbus I/O modules via HDLC fieldbus.

This controller supports optional fault-tolerant redundant configuration, equipped with 100Mbps fiber Ethernet to connect to control network. It is a legacy spare part widely used for maintenance replacement of old DCS systems in petrochemical, power and oil & gas industries.
Main Specifications
| No. | Item | Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brand | FOXBORO (Schneider Electric) |
| 2 | Model | FCP270, P0917YZ |
| 3 | Module Type | Field Control Processor |
| 4 | Applicable System | I/A Series / Foxboro Evo DCS |
| 5 | Processor | AMD Elan 520, 100MHz |
| 6 | Memory | 16MB SDRAM, 32MB Flash |
| 7 | Power Supply | 24VDC, max 8.5W |
| 8 | Communication | 100Mbps fiber Ethernet, HDLC fieldbus |
| 9 | Redundancy | Optional fault-tolerant redundant pair |
| 10 | Status | Discontinued legacy DCS spare part |
Core Functions
| No. | Function Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Execute PID regulation, logic control, sequential and batch control algorithms for process loops. |
| 2 | Collect field process data from FBM I/O modules, detect alarms and send event notifications. |
| 3 | High-speed fiber Ethernet communication to exchange data with operator stations and engineering workstation. |
| 4 | Support redundant controller configuration, automatic switchover to avoid system shutdown upon fault. |
| 5 | ECC memory error correction, built-in self-diagnosis and hardware fault monitoring function. |
Application Scenarios
| No. | Application |
|---|---|
| 1 | Foxboro I/A Series and Evo distributed control system for petrochemical plants |
| 2 | Power plant boiler and turbine process control and monitoring system |
| 3 | Oil & gas production, refining and pipeline process automation control |
| 4 | Legacy Foxboro DCS spare replacement and old automation system maintenance |
FAQ
| No. | Question & Answer |
|---|---|
| 1 | Q: What is FOXBORO FCP270 P0917YZ? A: It is field control processor module for Foxboro I/A Series and Evo DCS distributed control system. |
| 2 | Q: What communication interfaces does it adopt? A: It uses 100Mbps fiber Ethernet for control network and HDLC fieldbus to connect FBM I/O modules. |
| 3 | Q: Can FCP270 support redundant configuration? A: Yes, it supports optional fault-tolerant redundant pair setup for high availability process control. |