FB3000 4-channel HART Product Data Sheet

D301911X012 June 2021

FB3000 4-channel HART® Module

The HART® (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) module
allows an Emerson FB3000 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) to
communicate with HART devices using the HART protocol. The
HART module receives signals from and transmits signals to
HART devices. The FB3000 HART module has two components:
a logic module and a personality module. The logic module
handles the interface with the FB3000 base module and the
personality module provides the HART functionality.
The HART module has four input/output channels. Software
configurable switches on the module allow each channel to be
set as an input or an output channel. A channel set as an input
can be configured for use in HART point-to-point or multi-drop
mode. A channel set as an output can be configured only for
use in point-to-point mode. Each channel has analog input
capability intended for diagnostic and primary process variable
measurement.
HART superimposes Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) signals on
top of an analog current signal. This technique allows digital
information to be passed to and from the HART device using a
4 to 20 mA analog signal.
In point-to-point mode, the analog signal represents the
primary measured variable. This mode permits
communications with only one HART device per channel.
In multi-drop mode, as many as five HART devices can be 4-Channel HART Logic Module
connected (in parallel) to each channel. A module with all four
channels in multi-drop mode supports a maximum of 20 HART
Local Terminations
devices. The Personality module enables you to connect field-resident
devices to the HART module through a 20-point terminal block
In multi-drop mode, like the point-to-point mode, digital
assembly that also provides surge suppression up to 2kV. The
communications are superimposed on the analog current
module has a removable 20-position terminal block for
signal that is used for powering the HART devices. Each HART
convenient wiring and servicing. Terminations are pluggable
device in multi-drop mode requires 4mA of current that is only
and accept a maximum wire size of 16 AWG (American Wire
for biasing. There is no analog signaling in multi-drop mode.
Gauge). See the Field Wiring Terminal table for a wiring guide.
Performance and speed are greatly improved by a separate FSK
An FB3000 unit equipped with a HART module set is
modem for each channel. The FSK transmission is channel-
considered as a HART Host (primary master) interface with a
independent. The scan time for one channel does not affect
Class 1 Conformance classification. The HART module can also
the scan time of any other channel. Point-to-point mode
be configured (using FBxConnect) for use as a secondary
supports the API 21 requirements of one second updates
master in redundant applications.
meets.
Most Universal and some Common Practice commands are
The HART module has a software selectable 250-Ohm resistor
supported. For a list of the commands, refer to Supported
on each channel. This ensures that the required 250-Ohm
Commands in the specification tables starting on Page 3. The
resistor is present on all channels. You can disconnect the
supported commands conform to HART Universal Command
resistor using FBxConnect™ configuration software if you are
Specification Revision 5.1 and Common Practice Command
connecting to a device with a 250-Ohm resistor already
Specification Revision 7 (HCF SPEC 127 & 151). Refer to
present.
www.hartcomm.org for more information on the specifications.
Note: You can install multiple HART modules in a base FB3000
chassis, placing them in any slot except the first. HART
modules cannot be installed in an extension chassis.

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HART modules are hot-swappable, meaning the module can be

removed and another module of the same kind can be installed
under power. HART modules are also hot-pluggable, meaning
they can be installed in unused module slots while the FB3000
is powered.

4-channel HART Module 4-channel HART Module

Point-to-Point Mode Wiring Diagram Input Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram

Note: For additional wiring diagrams, refer to Chapter 3 of the Emerson FB3000 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Instruction
Manual (D301851X012).

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FB3000 HART Module

Field Wiring Terminals on Personality Module (3HTSG4)

Block Definition
1 HART Channel 1 Input/Output
2 Ground
3 HART Channel 2 Input/Output
4 Ground
5 HART Channel 3 Input/Output
6 Ground
7 HART Channel 4 Input/Output
8 Ground
9 No connection
10 No connection
11 +24 VDC Loop Supply
12 +24 VDC Loop Supply
13 +24 VDC Loop Supply
14 +24 VDC Loop Supply
15 Ground
16 Ground
17 Ground
18 Ground
19 No connection
20 Chassis Ground
Inputs/Outputs
Quantity 4 total channels, software-selectable as inputs or outputs

HART Channels
Mode Half-duplex
Max. Number of Devices Multi-drop up to 5 HART devices per channel
Data Rate 1200 bps
Parity Odd
Modulation Phase coherent, Frequency Shift Keyed (FSK) per Bell 202
Carrier Frequencies Mark 1200 Hz, Space 2200 Hz, +0.1%
Update Rate 1 second update per primary device (point to point mode)

Supported Commands
Universal Read unique identifier; read primary variable; read primary variable and current; read
dynamic variable and current; write polling addresses; read unique identifier associated
with tag; read message; read tag; descriptor and date; read primary variable sensor
information; read device information; write message; write tag, descriptor and date.
Common Practice Read transmitter variables

Analog Inputs
Type Internally or externally sourced 4 to 20 mA current loop

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Accuracy 1.5% of span at 25°C (77°F)

3.0% of span -40°C to 75°C (-40°F to 167°F)
Note: Accuracy Includes: Linearity, Hysteresis, Repeatability, Stability, Gain, and Offset
error.
Resolution 12-bit

Analog Outputs
Type 4 to 20 mA current sink
Accuracy 0.2% of span at 25°C (77°F)
1.5% of span -40°C to 75°C (-40°F to 167°F)
Note: Accuracy Includes: Linearity, Hysteresis, Repeatability, Stability, Gain, and Offset
error.
Resolution 16-bit

Power
Consumption (for combined logic 1W in idle condition at 25°C (room temperature) with no external HART devices
and personality modules) connected
Additional loading added for each 120 mW of power dissipation (in multi-drop configuration)
HART device connected
Loop Power 24V Loop Supply 24 Vdc (isolated from FB3000 power)
24V Loop Supply 200 mA maximum at 24 Vdc (each HART device typically uses
4 mA in multi-drop mode and 4 to 20 mA in point-to-point mode)
Over-Voltage Protection 30 Vdc, surge on any channel
Isolation 2kV channel to bus

Physical
Logic Module Dimensions 139.9 mm W x 109.5 mm H x 22.4 mm D
(5.506 in. W x 4.312 in H x .88 in. D)
Weight 0.16 Kg (0.36 lbs)
LED Indicators (on Logic Module) Seven status indicators: Status, Communication, and Termination indicators (1 through
3); one status indicator for each HART channel (4 through 7).
Note: Refer to the Emerson FB3000 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Instruction Manual
(D301851X012) for LED descriptions.
Personality Module Dimensions 112.7 mm W x 98.4 mm H x 19.8 mm D
(4.438 in. W x 3.875 in. H x 0.781 in. D)
Surge Suppression 20-point terminal block assemblies up to 2kV
Wiring Up to size 16 AWG at the removable terminal block

Environmental
Same as the FB3000 in which it is installed.

Approvals
Same as the FB3000 in which it is installed.

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