The Yokogawa ATR8D-00, also cataloged as the ATR8D Dual Pressure Clamp Terminal Block, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 8-channel temperature input modules within CENTUM VP and CS 3000 FIO Subsystem platforms. Configured for dual-redundant signal branching, the unit provides direct physical/electrical execution of low-voltage sensor connections to multiple I/O subsystems simultaneously.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | ATR8D-00 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard Yokogawa FIO terminal block profile |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive component (No independent power draw) |
| Channel Count | 8 channels (Dual-redundant support) |
| Connection Interface | M3.5 pressure clamp terminals |
| Supported Sensors | RTD (Pt100, Pt50), Thermocouple (K, J, T, E) |
| Withstanding Voltage | 500 VAC between terminals and ground |
| Insulation Resistance | >= 10 MOhm at 500 VDC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85 deg C |
The terminal block routes raw field signals from RTD and thermocouple sensors over a dual-path layout, splitting the data matrix to redundant input modules like the AAR181 without signal loss. Internal trace pathways feature precise tracking to facilitate cold junction compensation (CJC) stability across all thermocouple configurations. The physical design ensures channel-to-channel isolation integrity is maintained upstream, safeguarding the 4-20 mA HART loop protocol architectures or dedicated temperature lines against common-mode noise propagation and atmospheric grounding interference.
Q: Does the ATR8D-00 require a power supply to maintain the redundant signal paths?
A: No, this unit is a passive hardware component utilizing internal hardwired physical traces to branch the incoming 8-channel signals. It requires no external power connections to function.
Q: Can wire leads be safely connected or disconnected while the paired I/O modules are powered?
A: Field signal wiring can be adjusted on the M3.5 clamps while the backplane is active, provided the technician uses insulated tools. However, care must be exercised not to short adjacent low-voltage temperature signals, which can cause transient diagnostic faults on the active DCS modules.
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