{"product_id":"foxboro-p0916nb-field-control-processor-module","title":"FOXBORO P0916NB Field Control Processor Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0916NB\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0916NB\u003c\/strong\u003e Field Control Processor \/ 8-Channel Isolated Digital Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for discrete signal command execution and load isolation within Foxboro distributed control networks. This rugged processing card, weighing 0.6 kg under part number \u003cstrong\u003eP0916NB\u003c\/strong\u003e, provides direct physical and electrical execution by routing digital output commands from the central backplane to external field actuators, solenoids, relays, and motor starters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP0916NB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro (Schneider Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory Standard Global Site\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6 kg (1.32 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.7 cm $\\times$ 5.15 cm $\\times$ 11.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Control Processor \/ 8-Channel Isolated Digital Output Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 isolated discrete output channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Barrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN rails or proprietary Foxboro baseplates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control and DCS Instrumentation Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P0916NB manages discrete switching loops and output channel state verification directly across the system's distribution backplane. To drive multi-point solenoid circuits and field relays concurrently without software loop execution lag or contact bounce timing delays, the internal output matrix utilizes dedicated solid-state galvanic switches. This physical isolation prevents high-voltage inductive back-EMF spikes or ground loop currents from bleeding back into the master logic, directly supporting deterministic loop tracking rules and expanding physical I\/O density scaling options within high-consequence marshalling enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the card serves alternating roles as an autonomous execution node and a high-density digital driver, the controller framework maintains absolute processing database and firmware flash compatibility with upstream engineering master stations. This ensures that command sequences, interlock trip blocks, and safety override parameters execute locally and transmit over the bus lines without causing signal transit noise or communication timeouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle simultaneous, high-duty-cycle switching across all 8 isolated channels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module's internal power rail is designed to minimize thermal dissipation during continuous, simultaneous channel execution. The galvanic channel-to-channel isolation network limits thermal cross-talk, preventing internal register drifting or logic faults when multiple high-current field loads are driven concurrently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What actions are executed by the channel-to-ground isolation circuits if a field wire shorts to the frame?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The galvanic isolation barrier confines the resulting fault current to that specific channel's loop. By blocking the surge from entering the shared backplane power lines, the module ensures that the remaining 7 digital outputs continue running without logic corruption or processor resets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45058729738355,"sku":"P0916NB","price":233.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/screenshot_2026-05-18_14-08-43.png?v=1780306855","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/products\/foxboro-p0916nb-field-control-processor-module","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}