The Yokogawa NFAR181-S00, also cataloged as the NFAR181 RTD Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for temperature signal acquisition from Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD) within CENTUM VP Distributed Control System platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | NFAR181-S00 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.1 kg (Module weight) / Shipping: 0.35 to 0.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 2.2 x 12.4 x 12.6 cm |
| Operating Temp | -20 deg C to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 24 V DC (via backplane) |
| Input Channels | 4 channels |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Mounting Type | DIN rail mount (within standard FIO rack slot) |
| Isolation | 1500 V AC withstand voltage (input-to-system) |
| Environmental Rating | ISA G3 corrosion resistance |
| Style | Style S2 |
| Certifications | CE, UL, SIL2 compliance |
The NFAR181-S00 utilizes high-resolution 16-bit analog-to-digital converters to translate continuous resistance changes from physical RTD sensors into digital temperature variables. The module hardware employs channel-to-channel isolation and 1500 V AC input-to-system galvanic barriers to suppress ground loop current spikes and high-frequency common-mode noise. For precise measurement execution, the analog front-end supports automatic lead-wire resistance compensation for 3-wire or 4-wire RTD configurations, offsetting measurement errors caused by signal cable run lengths without requiring software-based correction matrices.
Q: What are the electrical implications of the "S00" suffix on this module?
A: Suffix "S00" specifies the standard physical version containing no intrinsic explosion protection circuits. When deploying RTD sensors in explosive or hazardous atmospheres, external intrinsic safety barriers must be placed between the field sensors and the NFAR181-S00 input channels.
Q: How does the module handle a broken RTD wire or open sensor condition?
A: The module contains hardware-level burnout detection circuitry. If an open circuit or wire break is detected on any of the 4 channels, the input channel state shifts to an overscale or underscale alarm limit depending on configuration, transmitting a dedicated error flag to the system controller.
Q: Does this module require external loop power for RTD sensors?
A: No. The NFAR181-S00 generates its own stable constant current source to feed the RTD elements, measuring the resulting voltage drop to determine temperature variations.
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