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Yokogawa GRAMMABYS170

Product Overview:
The GRAMMABYS170 (Grammaby S170) is a single-channel (1-ch) paperless recorder from the Yokogawa Grammaby product line. This device provides compact, economical process data recording with digital display, alarm functions, and USB data export capability. It is designed as a cost-effective replacement for chart recorders in single-point monitoring applications.

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Technical Specifications:

Parameter Specification
Number of Channels 1 channel
Display Monochrome LCD (128 × 64 dots) with LED backlight
Memory Capacity 2 MB internal (approximately 300,000 data points)
Input Types DC mA (4-20mA, 0-20mA), DC V (0-5V, 1-5V, 0-10V), TC (K, J, T, E, R, S, B, N), RTD (Pt100, JPt100, Cu50, Ni100)
Sampling Rate 500 ms (standard)
Recording Interval 1 second to 60 minutes
Accuracy ±0.2% of span (DC input), ±0.3% of reading (TC/RTD)
Alarm Outputs 2 relay outputs (SPDT, 250VAC/3A or 30VDC/3A)
Communication RS-232C, USB (front panel)
Power Supply 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 24 VDC
Operating Temperature 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
Dimensions (W×H×D) 96 × 96 × 110 mm (DIN 96×96 mm cutout)
Weight Approximately 0.4 kg
Certifications UL, CSA, CE, FCC Class A

Functional Features:

  • Trend display with adjustable time base (1 min to 24 hours)
  • Bar graph display for real-time process value visualization
  • USB memory stick export — CSV format compatible with Excel
  • Password protection — 3 access levels (Viewer, Engineer, Administrator)
  • Event recording — up to 100 manual events with timestamp
  • Recorder emulation mode — mimics traditional circular chart appearance

Structure Characteristics:

  • DIN 96×96 mm front panel — standard instrument cutout
  • Snap-in DIN rail mounting with rear bracket
  • Screw-type terminal blocks — tool-free field wiring
  • Front panel USB port for data export and firmware updates

Applicable Industries:

  • Water Treatment — Single-point flow or level recording
  • Small Manufacturing — Temperature monitoring for quality control
  • HVAC — Supply air temperature recording
  • Agriculture — Greenhouse temperature and humidity logging
  • Educational/Laboratory — Process data acquisition for training

Installation Requirements:

  • DIN 96×96 mm panel cutout for panel mounting
  • Power supply: Verify voltage rating (100-240VAC or 24VDC) on nameplate
  • Ground terminal connection mandatory
  • Input cable: Use shielded cable for TC/RTD; unshielded acceptable for mA/V

Usage Precautions:

  • Do not exceed input range specifications — permanent damage will result
  • Calibrate annually using traceable reference standards
  • Export data before power interruption — unsaved data is lost
  • Operating temperature must remain below +50°C
  • Replace internal backup battery every 5 years

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