Valmet (Metso) A413077 FBC2 Fieldbus Communication Module

Product Description

The A413077 (FBC2) is a fieldbus communication interface module for Valmet / legacy Metso Damatic XDi and early Metso DNA DCS system. It plugs into the A413003 basis unit backplane rack, serving as a bridge between the DCS internal bus and external fieldbus devices. It handles fieldbus data acquisition, protocol conversion and real-time data exchange between the control rack and field instruments, valves and remote I/O. It is a key communication card for pulp & paper, mineral processing and metallurgy process control loops.

Features

• Part No: A413077, Model: FBC2 fieldbus module
• Platform: Damatic XDi / early Metso DNA DCS, compatible with A413003 basis rack
• Fieldbus communication interface for field instrument network connection
• Supports cyclic process data exchange, device status monitoring and diagnostics
• Front panel LED indicators for power, communication active, link fault and module error
• Conformal coating for dusty, humid mill environment
• Hot-swappable under redundant rack configuration
• Standard plug-in card design for the A413 series backplane slots
• Common hardware revision: Rev.06

Applications

• Pulp and paper mill DCS control cabinet, paper machine control system
• Mineral processing, crushing, flotation and thickener automation
• Metallurgy, chemical plant legacy Metso DNA system communication
• Fieldbus instrument, smart valve and remote I/O signal connection
• Maintenance, spare replacement and retrofit for Damatic XDi racks

FAQ

Q: What rack does A413077 fit into?
A: It is designed to install on the A413003 basis unit backplane.

Q: What is FBC2?
A: FBC2 stands for Fieldbus Controller 2, the fieldbus communication controller variant name for A413077.

Q: Is this module still in production?
A: This legacy Damatic XDi hardware is end-of-life, supplied as surplus, refurbished and tested spare parts only.

Q: Can it work with newer Valmet DNA systems?
A: It belongs to the older XDi generation; compatibility is limited and only for matching legacy racks.