
Pepperl Fuchs FB8211H0756.3
Com Unit for MODBUS TCP
- MPN
- FB8211H0756.3
- Category
- FB (Zone 1)
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What is the Pepperl Fuchs FB8211H0756.3?
Interface between the I/O modules and the PCS/PLC
Com unit for 80 analog or 184 digital channels
Communication via MODBUS TCP
Installation in suitable enclosures in Zone 1
Module can be exchanged under voltage (hot swap)
HART communication via MODBUS TCP
Configuration via FDT 1.2 DTM
Non-volatile memory for configuration and parameter settings
Self configuration in redundant systems
Permanently self-monitoring
Outputs drive to safe state in case of failures
Interface between the I/O modules and the PCS/PLC, Com unit for 80 analog or 184 digital channels, Communication via MODBUS TCP, Installation in suitable enclosures in Zone 1, Fieldbus type: MODBUS TCP
Specifications
Slots
| Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number) | 287579 |
| Occupied slots | 2 |
| Lifecycle | Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product) |
Supply
| Connection | backplane bus |
| Rated voltage | 5 V DC , only in connection with the power supplies FB92** Ur |
| Power dissipation | 2 W |
| Power consumption | 2.5 W |
Fieldbus connection
| Fieldbus type | MODBUS TCP |
Ethernet Interface
| Connection type | wired to Ex e terminals via backplane |
| Transfer rate | 10 MBit/s |
| Station connection | directly to PCS or PLC or via hubs or switches |
| Bus length | max. 100 m (Ethernet standard) |
| Addressing | IP address assigned via Ethernet |
| Ethernet address | IP V4 address (factory standard setting: 0.0.0.0, auto IP, DHCP) |
| Number of channels per station | max. 80 analog, max. 184 digital |
| Supported I/O modules | all FB remote I/O modules |
| HART communication | via Ethernet |
Internal bus
| Connection | backplane bus |
| Redundancy | via left front connector |
Service interface
| Connection | via right front connector in connection with service adapter SERV8001 |
Indicators/settings
| LED indication | LED green (power supply): On = operating, fast flash = cold start LED red (collective alarm): On = internal fault, flashing = no Modbus TCP connection LED yellow (operating mode): flashing 1 (1:1 ratio) = active, normal operation; flashing 2 (7:1 ratio) = active, simulation |
Directive conformity
| Electromagnetic compatibility: Directive 2014/30/EU | EN 61326-1:2013 |
Conformity
| Electromagnetic compatibility | NE 21 |
| Degree of protection | IEC 60529 |
| Fieldbus standard | IEEE 802.3 |
| Environmental test | EN 60068-2-14 |
| Shock resistance | EN 60068-2-27 |
| Vibration resistance | EN 60068-2-6 |
| Damaging gas | EN 60068-2-42 |
| Relative humidity | EN 60068-2-78 |
Ambient conditions
| Ambient temperature | -40 ... 60 °C (-40 ... 140 °F) |
| Storage temperature | -40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F) |
| Relative humidity | 95 % non-condensing |
| Shock resistance | shock type I, shock duration 11 ms, shock amplitude 15 g, number of shocks 18 |
| Vibration resistance | frequency range 10 ... 150 Hz; transition frequency: 57.56 Hz, amplitude/acceleration ± 0.075 mm/1 g; 10 cycles frequency range 5 ... 100 Hz; transition frequency: 13.2 Hz amplitude/acceleration ± 1 mm/0.7 g; 90 minutes at each resonance |
| Damaging gas | designed for operation in environmental conditions acc. to ISA-S71.04-1985, severity level G3 |
Mechanical specifications
| Degree of protection | IP20 (module) , a separate housing is required acc. to the system description |
| Connection | via backplane |
| Mass | approx. 750 g |
| Dimensions: Height | 107 mm |
| Dimensions: Width | 57 mm |
| Dimensions: Depth | 132 mm |
Data for application in connection with hazardous areas
| EU-type examination certificate | Presafe 19 ATEX 14058U |
| Marking | Ex db eb q [ib] IIC Gb |
| Directive conformity: Directive 2014/34/EU | EN IEC 60079-0:2018+AC:2020 EN 60079-1:2014 EN 60079-5:2015 EN 60079-7:2015+A1:2018 EN 60079-11:2012 |
International approvals
| ATEX approval | Presafe 19 ATEX 14058U |
| IECEx approval | IECEx PRE 19.0013U |
| Approved for | Ex db eb q [ib] IIC Gb |
General information
| System information | The module has to be mounted in appropriate backplanes (FB92**) in Zone 1, 2, or outside hazardous areas. Observe the corresponding EC-type examination certificate. |
| Supplementary information | EC-Type Examination Certificate, Statement of Conformity, Declaration of Conformity, Attestation of Conformity and instructions have to be observed where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com. |
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FB8211H0756.3: frequently asked questions
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