The Yokogawa S9341FA, also cataloged as the S9341FA Bus Connector / Terminator Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for signal reflection suppression & impedance matching within CENTUM VP, CENTUM XL, and CS 3000 network platforms. Configured at the physical terminus of an Enhanced System Bus (ESB) line, the unit establishes electrical equilibrium to maintain communication continuity between Field Control Stations (FCS) and remote node hardware.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | S9341FA |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Singapore |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 32.8 mm x 107.5 mm x 130 mm |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Bus-powered via interface connection |
| Network Protocol | ESB (Enhanced System Bus) |
| Product Category | Bus Connector / Terminator Unit |
| Termination Type | Built-in high-precision resistor |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes |
The unit provides hardware termination utilizing a high-precision resistor matrix optimized for the characteristic impedance of the 4-20 mA HART loop protocol environments and associated higher-level ESB networks. The internal circuitry absorbs residual electrical energy at the bus boundary, preventing transmission signal echoes from distorting active data frames. Channel-to-channel isolation parameters within the node network are maintained via the localized grounding layout of the terminator chassis, ensuring that field-induced transient voltages do not propagate backward along the communication trunk line.
Q: Can the S9341FA unit be extracted from a live node without halting station controller processing?
A: The hardware supports hot-swapping during active operation; however, pulling a termination resistor disrupts the characteristic impedance of an active ESB line. Extraction must only occur during planned maintenance windows or when a redundant bus path is fully active to prevent data packet corruption.
Q: Does this component require external 24 VDC auxiliary power wiring?
A: No, the unit derives its necessary signal bias and internal operational references directly through the physical bus interface connection pinout, eliminating the need for independent external power termination.
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