The YOKOGAWA ALR121-S51, also cataloged as the ALR121 Serial Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for executing half-duplex serial data transmission and field device interfacing within CENTUM VP / CS 3000 Field I/O platforms. The hardware establishes connection methods via point-to-point RS-422 or multipoint RS-485 four-wire systems utilizing start-stop synchronization. Operating at transmission speeds ranging from 1200 bps to 38400 bps, the module processes physical signal conversions and routes electrical commands directly to the system backplane bus.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | ALR121-S51 |
| Brand | YOKOGAWA |
| Origin | JAPAN |
| Weight | 0.34 kg |
| Dimensions | 107.5 x 130 x 32.8 mm |
| Operating Temp | -20 to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 300 mA at 5 VDC / 20 mA at 24 VDC |
| Interface Type | RS-422 / RS-485 (4-wire system) |
| Communication Function | Half-duplex |
| Synchronization Method | Start-stop synchronization |
| Transmission Speed | 1200 / 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 bps |
| Number of Channels | 16 isolated channels |
| Isolation Voltage | 1500 VAC for 1 minute (Channel to system) |
| Corrosion Protection | ISA G3 conformal coating |
The module integrates specialized channel-to-channel isolation parameters to mitigate ground loop noise across the distributed control network. This physical isolation baseline ensures that voltage spikes or signal degradation on one serial loop cannot propagate to adjacent processing channels or compromise backplane communications. Furthermore, the embedded circuitry is hardened against high electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), maintaining synchronous data integrity under transient industrial noise profiles without requiring external isolation barriers.
Q: Does the module support hot-swap replacement within an active FIO subsystem?
A: Yes, the hardware incorporates online hot-swap capabilities, allowing terminal removal and module extraction from the FIO baseplate without interrupting the power supply or communication loops of adjacent modules.
Q: What are the continuous backplane current limitations for this unit?
A: The device draws a maximum stable current of approximately 300 mA from the 5 VDC backplane logic rail and 20 mA from the 24 VDC field rail during peak active execution.
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