Configured for high-speed serial data exchange and remote monitoring in FA-M3 and FA-M3V PLC platforms, the Yokogawa F3LC11-2F (F3LC11-2F PC Link Communication Module) provides direct physical and electrical execution of serial network protocols without disturbing host controller operations. The module interfaces target base units directly with external computer platforms, human-machine interfaces, and supervisory control networks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | F3LC11-2F |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.1 kg (0.22 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 102 mm x 25 mm x 102 mm (4.0 in x 1.0 in x 4.0 in) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55 deg C |
| Storage Temp | -20 to 75 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 0.5 W |
| System Compatibility | FA-M3 / FA-M3V Base Units |
| Communication Interfaces | RS-232C, RS-422A, RS-485 |
| Maximum Baud Rate | Up to 115.2 kbps |
| Communication Protocols | ASCII-based communication, Proprietary FA-M3 PC Link |
| Maximum Connected Devices | Up to 32 FA-M3 units (via RS-422A/485) |
| System Capacity | Manages remote RUN/STOP, program load/save, error logs |
| Mounting Method | Dedicated FA-M3 base unit slot |
| Tariff Code | 8517620050 |
The Yokogawa F3LC11-2F incorporates galvanically isolated serial transceivers engineered to mitigate ground potential differences across industrial plant networks. When deployed over RS-422A or multipoint RS-485 physical layers, internal signal conditioning circuitry suppresses common-mode noise across long-distance cable runs extending to peripheral control hardware. The communication controller handles ASCII message formatting, frame validation, and event-driven data packet updates autonomously. Consequently, offloading these cyclic communications tasks from the main execution rack prevents expansion overhead and guarantees deterministic ladder execution inside the host CPU backplane.
Q: How does the F3LC11-2F prevent communication bus contention when operating on multi-drop RS-485 networks?
A: The module relies on proprietary FA-M3 PC Link arbitration protocols alongside high-speed driver tristate control. When addressing up to 32 interconnected FA-M3 units, the physical transceiver enables output drivers strictly during frame transmission windows, maintaining high impedance during receive cycles to eliminate cross-talk and bus collision.
Q: Can the serial communication parameters be altered dynamically without interrupting host controller execution?
A: Yes, communication parameters including baud rate selection up to 115.2 kbps, framing bits, and parity configurations can be written via system utility software or dedicated ladder instructions. Parameter latching occurs in local module memory without requesting a full processor reset or dropping host PLC RUN execution.
Proper physical mounting and electrical grounding prevent serial data corruptions and hardware degradation in harsh industrial environments:
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