{"product_id":"f3yd18-0n-fa-m3-weight-tension-control-module-new","title":"F3YD18-0N FA-M3 Weight \u0026 Tension Control Module - New","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa F3YD18-0N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a high-precision bridge between mechanical field sensors and industrial control loops for the FA-M3 Range-free Multi-controller. This specialized module converts raw millivolt signals from strain gauges and load cells into a stabilized 4-20 mA current output. It plays a critical role in advanced industrial weighing, web tensioning systems, and structural health monitoring. By standardizing mechanical stress data into an industrial-standard signal, the F3YD18-0N enables seamless integration of weight and tension data into centralized PLC control strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe supply the F3YD18-0N in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New Original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econdition, ensuring factory-calibrated accuracy and long-term signal stability for your measurement chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3YD18-0N delivers laboratory-grade precision within a ruggedized, high-density PLC form factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain Gauge \/ Load Cell Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Signal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-20 mA Current Loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e±0.15% Full Scale (FS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField-to-System Logic Isolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 (W) x 30 (H) x 25 (D) mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYokogawa FA-M3 PLC Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3YD18-0N optimizes precision measurement by resolving common industrial integration hurdles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Signal Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module achieves a typical accuracy of ±0.15% FS. This high fidelity ensures that minute fluctuations in material tension or vessel weight translate into precise control signals, preventing raw material waste in batching processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrift-Free Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemperature variations often compromise sensitive weight measurements. The F3YD18-0N maintains its calibration across a wide thermal window of -20°C to +70°C. This allows for reliable deployment in unconditioned environments or outdoor cabinets without constant re-zeroing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Failure Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy providing a direct 4-20 mA output from the strain gauge input, this module eliminates the need for standalone external signal conditioners. Removing external hardware simplifies system wiring and reduces the number of potential failure points in the measurement loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Compact Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt only 25 mm deep, the module maximizes the available I\/O density within the FA-M3 base unit. This slim profile allows engineers to pack more high-precision measurement channels into a smaller control cabinet footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the F3YD18-0N provide the excitation voltage for my load cells?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The module provides the required excitation voltage to power the strain gauge bridge. It captures the resulting millivolt return signal and scales it to the 4-20 mA output range defined within your FA-M3 system software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this module with third-party load cells?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The F3YD18-0N works with any standard load cell utilizing strain gauge technology. As long as the millivolt-per-volt (mV\/V) rating of your load cell matches the input sensitivity range of the module, it will control your process accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I calibrate the module to match a specific weight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalibration occurs through the FA-M3 programming environment. You apply a known physical load to the strain gauge and map that input to the corresponding 4-20 mA output value within the PLC logic to ensure the system reflects real-world weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the F3YD18-0N hot-swappable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FA-M3 platform supports various configurations, but we recommend powering down the slot before replacing high-precision modules like the F3YD18-0N. 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