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SKU: P0926GQ

Foxboro P0926GQ Type 5 Hypalon Termination Cable DCS Interconnect

The Foxboro P0926GQ is a ruggedized Type 5 termination cable featuring a chemical-resistant Hypalon jacket. Designed for 200 Series DCS interconnections, it provides high-performance EMI shielding and G3-rated durability for critical I/O signal transmission in harsh industrial processing zones.

Primary System Logic and Connectivity

The Foxboro P0926GQ serves as a high-integrity signal link within the EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS architecture. By providing a specialized interface between Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) and termination assemblies, this Type 5 cable actively facilitates the transfer of process data with minimal signal loss. Once connected to the system backplane, the cable coordinates the flow of I/O signals, ensuring that the control processor receives real-time feedback from field instrumentation. Because it utilizes a specific 25-pin or 50-pin configuration (depending on the FBM type), it ensures a keyed and secure electrical path that prevents incorrect cross-connections during cabinet assembly.

Performance Characteristics and Asset Protection

  • Resists Extreme Chemical Exposure: The P0926GQ features an outer jacket constructed from Hypalon (Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene). In doing so, it provides a superior barrier against industrial oils, ozone, and aggressive chemicals that would typically degrade standard PVC cabling.
  • Neutralizes Electromagnetic Interference: By utilizing a high-coverage tinned copper braid shield, the cable actively suppresses RFI and EMI. As a result, the DCS maintains high data fidelity even when the cable is routed in close proximity to variable frequency drives or high-voltage switchgear.
  • Maintains Flexibility in Wide Temperature Ranges: By leveraging the thermal stability of Hypalon, the cable remains pliable and crack-resistant across a broad temperature spectrum. Consequently, it facilitates easier routing in cramped cabinets and ensures long-term mechanical reliability in non-climate-controlled environments.
  • Ensures Gas-Tight Connections: Beyond its ruggedized jacket, the P0926GQ is equipped with precision-engineered connectors that resist oxidation. Therefore, the module protects the system from intermittent communication failures often caused by high humidity or corrosive salt-air in offshore applications.
  • Facilitates Standardized Marshalling: Finally, the Type 5 design aligns with Foxboro’s modular marshalling standards. By providing a consistent termination footprint, it allows maintenance teams to swap cables or expand I/O capacity without redesigning the entire cabinet wiring structure.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Foxboro
  • Model Identification: P0926GQ
  • Cable Classification: Type 5 Termination Cable
  • Jacket Material: Hypalon (Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene)
  • Core Configuration: Multicore Twisted Pair (Optimized for FBM I/O)
  • Shielding: Overall Tinned Copper Braid / Foil Wrap
  • Flame Rating: UL VW-1 / CSA FT1 (Self-extinguishing)
  • Standard Lengths: Available in 0.5m to 30m increments (Standard: 3m / 10ft)
  • Connector Type: Subminiature D-Type or proprietary Foxboro Header
  • Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +90 °C
  • Environmental Rating: Rated for Class G3 Harsh Environments