Product Description

The P0972KX is an industrial-grade multi-mode fiber optic cable assembly for Foxboro I/A Series and Evo DCS. It provides high-speed Mesh network and Fieldbus connectivity with complete electrical isolation between nodes. Designed to eliminate EMI and RFI, the P0972KX ensures deterministic communication and high signal integrity across long distances in electrically noisy industrial environments.

Its rugged construction, low-attenuation optical fiber, and premium connectors make it ideal for high-density cabinet routing and interconnection of Control Processors, Gateways, and Fieldbus Modules.

Technical Specifications

Application

The P0972KX is used to interconnect high-performance baseplates in distributed control systems. It is essential in power plants, offshore oil platforms, and chemical refineries, where ground potential differences or high-voltage equipment make copper cabling unsuitable. It also extends communication distance between primary control racks and remote I/O subsystems.

Technical FAQ

Can the P0972KX be used for outdoor runs between buildings?
The cable is intended for indoor cabinet-to-cabinet or room-to-room routing. For outdoor or direct-burial applications, it should be placed in a protective conduit or replaced with an armored variant.

Does this cable require specific transceivers?
Yes, it must be paired with compatible Foxboro fiber optic transceivers (e.g., FCM100 or Mesh Baseplates) to ensure proper optical power and communication reliability.