P+F Segment Checker 1.1

P+F Segment Checker is an engineering and validation tool from Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH designed to help process automation teams plan reliable fieldbus segments before installation. It models fieldbus networks—commonly including FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 and PROFIBUS PA—and verifies that power, voltage drop, and topology constraints are met for stable operation in both safe and hazardous areas.

Key capabilities:

• Segment calculation and validation: Computes load current, voltage margins, device counts, trunk and spur lengths, and terminator requirements; highlights limit violations and design risks.
• Built‑in component library: Includes Pepperl+Fuchs FieldConnex products such as power supplies, power hubs, conditioners, field barriers/segment protectors, junction boxes, and terminators to build accurate, vendor‑specific designs.
• Hazardous area support: Assists with intrinsic safety concepts (e.g., Entity, FISCO) and high‑power trunk architectures used in Zone/Division applications.
• Topology modeling and what‑if analysis: Lets you compare layouts and cable options to optimize performance and cost.
• Documentation outputs: Generates clear, printable reports and bill of materials to support procurement, reviews, and handover.
• Desktop convenience: Runs offline on Windows, making it suitable for site work and secure environments.

Who it’s for:

• Process control engineers, system integrators, and EPCs planning new installations or expanding existing fieldbus infrastructure.

Benefits:

• Reduces design uncertainty and rework.
• Improves compliance with fieldbus design guidelines.
• Speeds up commissioning and helps ensure robust, maintainable segments.

P+F Segment Checker is developed by Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH. The most popular version of this product among our users is 1.1. The name of the program executable file is PFSegPlan.exe.