FB-DIAG/FF/NC
Physical layer field diagnostics for H1 fieldbus
segment health monitoring
Data sheet
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1 Description
The FB-DIAG/FF/NC field diagnostics module is a DIN rail-
mounted instrument that provides measurements and mon-
itoring for the physical layer of an active Foundation Field-
bus™ fieldbus segment.
The FB-DIAG/FF/NC is for installation in the field in conjunc-
tion with an FB-ET module via T-bus connection.
Critical process measurements, such as segment voltage,
device count, signal level, communication status and noise
levels, can be realized on each segment using an FDM
module. The use of device descriptor (DD), electronic de-
vice description language (EDDL) and device type manager
(DTM) allow seamless integration into any control system
without the need for protocol or media conversion.
Make sure you always use the latest documentation.
It can be downloaded from the product at www.phoenixcontact.com.
This data sheet is valid for all products listed on the following page:
Features
– Reads physical layer diagnostics on the H1 segment
– Powered from the H1 segment
– Communicates over the H1 segment
– Can be installed in the field or control cabinet
– Critical measurements, such as segment voltage, noise
and signal, can be monitored
– Easy control system integration with DD, EDDL and
DTM
– Adjustable alarm condition thresholds allow for preci-
sion monitoring and trending
– Capable of retrieving and transmitting diagnostic data
for up to 24 field devices
– Easy integration into Phoenix Contact systems using
the TBUS DIN rail bus system
– Wide input voltage of 9 to 32 V DC
– -40 to +85°C operating range
– ATEX and IECEx listed
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2 Ordering data

Description Type Order No. Pcs. / Pkt.

Diagnostic coupler modular installation, includes TBUS connector FB-DIAG/FF/NC 2316297 1

Accessories Type Order No. Pcs. / Pkt.

Trunk module for Foundation Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA expansions with FB-ET 2316048 1
terminator
Device coupler for Foundation Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA expansions FB-2SP 2316051 1
with terminal connections for 2 spurs connected to fieldbus end devices
Device coupler for Foundation Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA. Provides in- FB-ISO 2316064 1
trinsically safe FISCO connection to a single end device.

3 Technical data

General data
Ambient temperature (operation) -40 °C ... 85 °C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport) -40 °C ... 85 °C
Permissible humidity (operation) 95 % (no condensation)
Degree of protection IP20
Mounting On horizontal DIN rail NS 35 in acc. with EN 60715
Width 17.7 mm
Height 85 mm
Depth 70.4 mm
Weight 61 g

Connection data
Connection method TBUS

Electrical data
Supply voltage 9 V DC ... 32 V DC
Typical current consumption 27 mA
Max. current consumption 29 mA
Power dissipation 928 mW

Conformance with EMC directives

FF-830 FF-830
IEC IEC 60529, IEC 61158-2
NE21 NE21
EN 61326, EN 60068-2-27, EN 60068-2-6 EN 61326, EN 60068-2-27, EN 60068-2-6

Approvals
ATEX Sira 13ATEX4148X;  II 3G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc
IECEx IECEx SIR 13.0059X; Ex nA IIC T4 Gc

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4 Dimensional drawing
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70,4

Figure 1 Dimensions

5 Block diagram

MAU µC

F+ F- S

TBUS

Figure 2 Block diagram

6 Installation
6.1 Mounting

WARNING!
Never apply power directly to the ME 17,5
TBUS... connector. Supply voltage must be
from a Phoenix Contact FB-ET coupler for the
the FB-DIAG/FF/NC module.

1. Install and position the ME 17,5 TBUS connector in

the DIN rail.
2. Place the module onto the DIN rail from above and over
the appropriate TBUS connector. The upper holding
keyway must be hooked onto the top edge of the DIN
rail.
3. Push the bottom of the module towards the DIN rail,
aligning the module with the TBUS connector. Push the
module in until the bottom foot snaps onto the rail.

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6.2 Removal
1. Insert a suitable tool, e.g., screwdriver, into the release
latch and pull it down.
2. Pull the module slightly away from the mounting surface
by rotating it upward.
3. Lift the module from the rail.

Figure 3 ME 17,5 TBUS connector

Figure 5 DIN rail removal

7 Operation
7.1 LED indicators
LEDs on each module indicate operating status and basic
diagnostic information
Figure 4 DIN rail mounting Label Color/status Function
PWR Solid green Power is present
Off Power is not pres-
ent
DAT Solid green Communication
active
Flashing green Communication
errors
ERR Solid red System error
Flashing red Diagnostic alarms
are present

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7.2 Diagnostic parameters In addition to the real-time segment measurements, the

module provides alarms through the DD, if measurements
The following parameters can be monitored:
go outside of a customer-configured range. Monitored
SEGMENT_VOLT Displays the DC voltage on the field- alarms are:
AGE bus segment. – High voltage
SHIELD_SHORT Detects the presence of short circuits – Low voltage
between the cable shield and the + or – Signal strength
– signal wire. – Low-frequency noise
NUMBER_ACTIVE If there are fieldbus devices commu- – High-frequency noise
_DEVICES nicating on the segment, the FB-
– Fieldbus-frequency noise
DIAG/FF counts them and displays
the number of actively communicat- – Temperature
ing devices. – Sheld short circuit
FBUS_FREQUEN Measures the peak and average – Retransmits rate per hour
CY_NOISE noise in the range of 9 kHz to 40 kHz. – Retransmits rate per day
LOW_FREQUENC Measures the peak and average
Y_NOISE noise in the range of 50 Hz to 4 kHz.
HIGH_FREQUEN Measures the peak and average
CY_NOISE noise in the range of 90 kHz to
350 kHz.
LAS_ADDRESS Displays the address of the current
link active scheduler (LAS).
LOWEST_SIGNAL Displays the signal level and address
_LEVEL of the device with the weakest de-
tected signal.
DEVICE_ADD_DR Displays the address and time of the
OP most recently added or dropped de-
vice.
DEVICE_INFO Displays diagnostics information of
an active device, including signal
level, add/drop status and retrans-
mits from the device.
TEMPERATURE The estimated ambient temperature
surrounding the FB-DIAG/FF mod-
ule.
RETRANSMIT Displays total retransmits of the seg-
ment, as well as the hourly and daily
rate of retransmits.

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