Yokogawa CDBR-4045B
Product Category: 4-Channel Bar Graph Recorder / Trend Recorder
Product Overview:
The CDBR-4045B is a 4-channel bar graph recorder with 45mm paper width from Yokogawa. It displays process variables as large LED bar graphs and simultaneously records data on 45mm chart paper. The B suffix indicates the specific variant configuration. It is used for process monitoring and trend recording in control rooms.
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Technical Specifications:
- Number of Channels: 4 channels
- Recording Paper Width: 45 mm
- Input Signals: 4–20 mA DC, 1–5 V DC, 0–10 V DC, Thermocouple (J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N), RTD (Pt100, JPt100, Cu50)
- Bar Graph Display: Large LED bar graph per channel (40 segments)
- Recording Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale
- Chart Speed: 6.25 mm/h to 500 mm/h (selectable)
- Display Update Rate: 1 second
- Output Signals: 4–20 mA DC (max 2 channels), Pulse output
- Communication: RS-232C, RS-485 (Modbus RTU)
- Power Supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz / 24 VDC
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Dimensions: 144 mm × 144 mm × 180 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight: Approximately 2.0 kg
Functional Features:
- 4-channel large LED bar graph display — visible from distance in control room
- 45mm chart paper recording — continuous trend record
- Alarm function — high/low alarm per channel with relay output
- Bar graph scaling — auto-range or manual per channel
- Data communication — RS-232C / RS-485 for remote monitoring
- Compact design — 144×144 mm front panel
- Event marker — records operator actions and alarms on chart
Material Composition:
- Housing: ABS resin (front), Steel chassis (internal)
- Front Panel: Polycarbonate with anti-glare coating
- Paper Mechanism: Stainless steel rollers, serrated cutter
- Print Head: Thermal dot-matrix print head
- LED Display: High-brightness red LED bar graph array
Structural Characteristics:
- Form Factor: Compact tabletop / panel-mount recorder
- Paper Roll Capacity: 45mm × 20m roll
- Front Panel: Flip-down door with transparent window for paper viewing
- Depth: 180 mm (from mounting surface)
Working Principle:
The CDBR-4045B accepts analog signals from up to 4 process inputs. Each channel’s value is displayed as a 40-segment LED bar graph on the front panel, updated every 1 second. Simultaneously, a thermal print head creates a continuous trend trace on 45mm chart paper moving at a configurable speed (6.25–500 mm/h). The microprocessor also monitors each channel against configurable alarm setpoints and activates relay outputs on alarm conditions. Data can be transmitted via RS-232C/RS-485 to a PC or SCADA system.
Key Advantages:
- Large visible LED bar graph — ideal for control room monitoring
- 4-channel in compact 144×144 mm unit — space efficient
- 45mm paper recording — lower paper cost than 100mm recorders
- Alarm relay outputs built-in
- RS-232C/RS-485 — easy data integration
- Dual power supply (AC/DC) — flexible installation
Applicable Industries:
- Control room process monitoring (oil & gas, chemical, power)
- Water & Wastewater treatment plants
- Food & Beverage processing
- Pharmaceutical batch monitoring
- HVAC system monitoring
Installation Requirements:
- Install on flat, stable surface or DIN rail (with adapter)
- Provide 100–240 VAC or 24 VDC power supply
- Connect input signals using shielded twisted-pair cables
- Load 45mm × 20m chart paper roll (Yokogawa specified)
- Set chart speed appropriate to process dynamics (typically 25–100 mm/h for slow processes)
Usage Precautions:
- Use only Yokogawa-specified 45mm thermal chart paper
- Do not exceed ambient temperature of +50°C
- Clean print head regularly — dust causes recording defects
- Replace paper roll before running out to avoid print head damage
- Ensure minimum 50 mm ventilation clearance on all sides












