The Yokogawa AMM11, also cataloged as the AMM11 Magnetic Flow Converter, operates as a dedicated hardware component for converting signals from magnetic flow tubes into standardized outputs within ADMAG series process networks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AMM11 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | Gross shipping weight: 0.2 kg (0 lbs 6.1 oz); Net converter chassis: 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 5.0 in x 1.0 in x 8.0 in (12.7 cm x 2.5 cm x 20.3 cm) |
| Operating Temp | Standard industrial ambient performance range |
| Power Consumption | 3.5 W |
| Current Output | 4-20 mA DC (Maximum loop load resistance: 1000 Ohm) |
| Pulse Output | Transistor contact rating: 30 V DC (Off state), 200 mA (On state); 0.0001-1000 pps |
| Alarm & Status Links | Transistor contact configuration: 30 V DC (Off state), 200 mA (On state); 2 dedicated status loops |
| Excitation Configurations | Size <= 400 mm: Dual frequency excitation; Size >= 500 mm: Pulsed DC excitation |
| Hardware Response Time | 0.1 seconds operational execution |
| Integrated Data Security | EEPROM non-volatile storage matrix (No backup battery required) |
| Enclosure Rating | Aluminum alloy with polyurethane corrosion-resistant finish; NEMA 4 equivalent |
The Yokogawa AMM11 utilizes dual-frequency excitation techniques on flow tube sizes up to 400 mm to maintain tight zero-point stability when tracking slurry fluids or high-noise process variables. The microprocessor-driven instrument passes active flow dynamics down a 4-20 mA HART loop protocol track or BRAIN communication network, adjusting output scaling on the fly via multi-range and bi-directional calculation subroutines. To prevent ground loop noise from corrupting the low-level electrode voltages, the hardware decouples the 4-20 mA current loops from the internal processing rails using channel-to-channel isolation circuits.
Q: How does the dual-frequency excitation architecture protect the 4-20 mA current output from slurry fluid noise?
A: The converter combines high-frequency and low-frequency excitation current profiles simultaneously. The high-frequency wave suppresses electrochemical noise caused by slurry solids colliding with the flow tube electrodes, while the low-frequency wave keeps the zero-point steady, ensuring an uncorrupted 4-20 mA process signal.
Q: What are the transmission cable constraints when tracking remote installations over long distances?
A: The physical distance between the magnetic flow tube and the AMM11 converter must not exceed a maximum length of approximately 2 km (6500 ft). Wiring runs require standard PVC-sheathed control cables with clean shielding to prevent electromagnetic ambient noise from breaking down signal integrity.
Q: How does the internal EEPROM layout handle power failures without an attached backup battery module?
A: The converter stores all calibration values, meter constants, and user configuration matrices directly inside a non-volatile EEPROM chip. If utility power drops completely, the data remains intact indefinitely, allowing the module to resume accurate flow measurements instantly upon power restoration.
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