The Yokogawa F3SP28-3N, also cataloged as the F3SP28-3N Sequence CPU Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed sequence control and ladder logic execution within FA-M3V controller platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | F3SP28-3N |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.11 kg |
| Dimensions | 33 mm (W) x 102 mm (H) x 89 mm (D) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Standard backplane power from FA-M3 base unit |
| Controller Series | FA-M3V / FA-M3 |
| Instruction Execution Speed | 0.045 us per basic instruction |
| Program Capacity | 30K ladder steps |
| Scan Time | 1 ms for 6,000 steps |
| I/O Capacity | Up to 4,096 local and remote points |
| Memory Architecture | Integrated Flash memory plus RAM |
| Communication Interfaces | Ethernet, RS-232C, RS-485 |
| Diagnostics | RUN, ALARM, and ERROR LED indicators |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Mounting | FA-M3 backplane base unit slot |
The Yokogawa F3SP28-3N processes discrete automation tasks using a 0.045 us basic instruction execution engine. High-speed backplane bus communication velocity allows the CPU module to update up to 4,096 local and remote I/O channels with a scan cycle time of 1 ms per 6,000 ladder steps. Program logic stores within non-volatile onboard Flash memory, eliminating logic loss during power supply interruptions, while internal RAM handles dynamic data register buffering and real-time task allocation across the FA-M3 system bus.
Q: How does the F3SP28-3N retain program logic and data registers during power outages?
A: Logic instructions persist in internal non-volatile Flash memory without external power, while dynamic data registers and real-time clock (RTC) states require an operational lithium backup battery installed on the CPU module.
Q: Can the CPU module be inserted or removed while the FA-M3 base unit is powered on?
A: No, inserting or removing the F3SP28-3N CPU module while the base unit power supply is active causes backplane bus errors and risks electrical damage to the CPU logic board.
Q: What diagnostic indicators report system status during execution faults?
A: Front-panel RUN, ALARM, and ERROR LEDs signal execution states. A solid or flashing ERROR LED pinpoints instruction errors, hardware failures, or backplane bus communication interruptions.
Field engineers must carry out standard handling and setup routines when installing or replacing the F3SP28-3N CPU module:
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