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Yokogawa F3YP18-0N
Product Series: F3 I/O Series — CENTUM VP / CENTUM CS 3000 Distributed Control System
Product Overview:
The F3YP18-0N is a 16-point transistor (NPN) output module designed for the Yokogawa CENTUM VP and CENTUM CS 3000 DCS platforms. The 0N suffix indicates a non-redundant (single) configuration. This module provides discrete digital output signals for controlling solenoid valves, indicator lamps, relay coils, and other on/off field devices.
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Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 16 points |
| Output Type | Transistor (NPN open-collector) |
| Output Voltage | 24VDC (nominal), max 30VDC |
| Output Current | 0.5 A per point (max), 50 mA per point (continuous) |
| On/Off Response Time | < 1 ms (turn-ON), < 1 ms (turn-OFF) |
| Isolation Voltage | 500 VAC (channel-to-channel, channel-to-backplane) |
| Insulation Resistance | > 20 MΩ at 500VDC |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +55°C (+32°F to +131°F) |
| Power Supply | 5VDC (bus-powered from backplane) |
| Power Consumption | < 4.0 W (total module) |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 25 × 160 × 120 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | Approximately 0.25 kg |
| Certifications | CSA, FM, ATEX (when used with barrier) |
Functional Features:
- LED status indicators per channel (8 per group) for visual diagnostics
- Group-wise diagnostic reporting via DCS operator station
- Short-circuit protection on each output channel with auto-recovery
- Backplane bus communication for fast data exchange with controller
- Online insertion/removal (hot-swap) supported in CENTUM VP
- Fail-safe default state configurable per channel (Open/Closed)
Material Composition:
- Module housing: Flame-retardant PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) plastic, UL94 V-0 rated
- PCB: FR-4 glass epoxy with conformal coating
- Connectors: Gold-plated pin connectors for reliable contact
- Terminal blocks: Phosphor bronze with tin plating
Applicable Industries:
- Oil Refining — Valve position control, pump start/stop
- Chemical Plants — Batch process sequencing
- Power Plants — Auxiliary equipment control
- Water Treatment — Pump and valve automation
- Pulp & Paper — Conveyor and actuator control
Installation Requirements:
- Install in F3 series compatible I/O station within CENTUM VP/CS 3000 rack
- Use 24VDC loop power supply with adequate current capacity (≥ 8A for full load)
- Maintain minimum 10 mm spacing between adjacent modules
- Route output wiring in separate conduit from analog signal cables
- Connect field device common (0V) to DCS common terminal
Usage Precautions:
- Do not exceed 0.5 A per channel — use external relays for higher loads
- Inductive loads require flyback diodes across solenoid coils
- Verify output polarity (NPN) matches field device requirements
- Replace module within 10 years of manufacture for reliability
- Do not apply voltage to outputs when module is unpowered
