Products Description
Foxboro CMP10 Communication Processor Module

Technical Specifications
Model:CMP10
Brand:Foxboro
System compatibility:I/A Series DCS distributed control system
Function:Communication processor gateway,realizes protocol conversion between I/A‑Series Nodebus network and external third‑party automation equipment
Installation:Standard I/A‑Series rack‑mount installation
Native interface:Nodebus high‑speed control network interface
External communication:Support Modbus RTU / Modbus TCP multi‑protocol conversion
Memory:On‑board non‑volatile memory,saves gateway configuration parameters
Feature:Support hot‑swap online replacement without system power‑off
Diagnostic:Front‑panel multi‑color LED indicators for power,Nodebus link,external communication channel fault alarm
Protection:Built‑in transient surge protection for all communication interfaces
Power supply:Rack backplane powered
Environmental standard:Compliant with ISA‑S71.04 Class G3 industrial atmospheric condition
Housing:Metal shielded rack‑mount housing,anti‑vibration mechanical reinforcement
Protection class:IP20
Horizontal operating temperature:0℃ ~ +60℃
Vertical operating temperature:‑20℃ ~ +55℃
Storage temperature:‑40℃ ~ +85℃
Relative humidity:5%‑95% non‑condensing
Weight:1.15kg
Dimensions:34mm × 250mm × 220mm
Certification:CE,UL
MTBF:>87000 hours

Built‑in function
CMP10 communication processor acts as protocol conversion gateway for Foxboro I/A‑Series DCS system. It completes bidirectional data exchange between Nodebus control network and Modbus‑based third‑party instruments,PLC and auxiliary equipment. Non‑volatile memory retains gateway configuration parameters to avoid re‑configuration after power‑off. Hot‑swap function supports online module replacement and reduces plant downtime risk. Front‑panel LED visually reflects communication link status for quick on‑site troubleshooting,widely applied for petrochemical,chemical and power‑plant DCS system interconnection with multi‑brand field devices.
Product Brief
CMP10 belongs to Foxboro I/A Series legacy DCS communication spare‑part family,obsolete original rack‑mount gateway component. Must be fitted in matching I/A‑Series instrument rack with correct Nodebus and external device wiring. Widely used for original Foxboro DCS equipment maintenance and renovation. ESD anti‑static protection shall be followed during installation.