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Yokogawa F3AD04-5V/CT

Product Overview:
The F3AD04-5V/CT is a 4-channel high-precision A/D converter card for the CENTUM VP DCS platform. The “CT” suffix indicates current input (4-20 mA) configuration, and “5V” indicates it is powered by the 5 VDC I/O bus. This card provides 16-bit resolution for high-accuracy analog signal acquisition, suitable for critical process measurements.

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Technical Specifications:

  • Model Code: F3AD04-5V/CT
  • Number of Channels: 4 channels
  • Input Signal: 4-20 mA DC (2-wire) or 1-5 V DC (configurable via jumper)
  • Resolution: 16-bit A/D converter (65,536 steps)
  • Accuracy: ±0.02% of span (typical)
  • Conversion Rate: 250 μs per channel (4 channels simultaneous)
  • Isolation: Channel-to-channel isolation, 500 VDC
  • Input Impedance (Current Mode): 250 Ω (built-in burden)
  • Input Impedance (Voltage Mode): ≥ 1 MΩ
  • Power Supply: 5 VDC (from CENTUM VP I/O bus)
  • Power Consumption: ≤ 2.0 W
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +55°C
  • Storage Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C
  • Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
  • MTBF: ≥ 100,000 hours
  • Dimensions (W × H × D): 25 mm × 160 mm × 165 mm
  • Weight: Approximately 280 g
  • Mounting Method: CENTUM VP I/O card cage (vertical insertion)

Functional Features:

  • 16-bit resolution provides superior accuracy compared to standard 12-bit cards (F3YP22)
  • Simultaneous sampling on all 4 channels (no scan delay between channels)
  • Per-channel configuration via CS3000 engineering station
  • Supports input range scaling, square root extraction, and totalization
  • Burnout detection: Fixed output (3.6 mA / 1.0 V) on wire break
  • Ideal for custody transfer metering, precision batch control, and laboratory-grade measurements

Applicable Industries:
Oil & Gas (custody transfer), Petrochemical, Power Generation, Pharmaceutical (precision dosing), Water Treatment (chemical dosing), Semiconductor

Installation Requirements:

  • Install in CENTUM VP I/O station (AIH cabinet)
  • Use shielded twisted-pair cable (AWG 22 to AWG 18)
  • Maximum loop resistance: 600 Ω (for 4-20 mA mode)
  • Set input range jumper correctly (4-20 mA or 1-5 V) before energizing

Precautions:

  • Do not apply voltage > 5 VDC in voltage input mode
  • Do not apply current > 25 mA in current input mode
  • Verify 16-bit mode is enabled in system configuration for full accuracy
  • Do not mix 5 VDC and 24 VDC I/O cards in the same bus segment

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