Overview

The Foxboro A4H124-24FX (P0973JN) is part of the Invensys I/A Series and is engineered for demanding industrial environments where reliability and performance are critical. It provides 24 fiber optic ports for secure, high-speed communication across distributed control systems. Moreover, as a managed switch, it supports advanced features such as VLAN configuration, Quality of Service (QoS), and network security, ensuring efficient traffic management and robust system integration.

This switch is particularly valued in industries like oil & gas, chemical processing, power generation, and water treatment, where fiber optics are preferred for long-distance communication and immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Technical Data

Typical Applications

• Process Automation Systems: Provides backbone communication for Foxboro I/A Series controllers and I/O modules.

• Power Generation Plants: Ensures reliable fiber communication between distributed turbine and boiler control systems.

• Oil & Gas Facilities: Supports long-distance communication immune to EMI in refineries and offshore platforms.

• Chemical Processing: Integrates multiple control nodes with secure, high-speed fiber links.

• Water Treatment Plants: Connects distributed monitoring and control equipment across large facilities.

For example, the A4H124-24FX is often deployed in refineries and chemical plants where fiber optics are essential for secure, interference-free communication across large sites.

FAQ

Q1: How many ports does the A4H124-24FX provide?
A1: It offers 24 fiber optic ports for high-speed communication, ideal for distributed systems.

Q2: What is the switching capacity?
A2: It supports up to 128 Gbps switching capacity, with a forwarding rate of 95 million packets per second (Mpps).

Q3: Is it a managed switch?
A3: Yes, it is a managed switch that supports VLAN, QoS, and advanced security protocols, with a web-based management interface.

Q4: Which industries commonly use this switch?
A4: It is widely applied in oil & gas, chemical processing, power generation, and water treatment sectors, where fiber optics are essential for reliable, high-speed communication.

Q5: What makes fiber communication advantageous here?
A5: Fiber optics allow for long-distance transmission with immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI), making it ideal for industrial environments where interference-free communication is critical.