The Yokogawa F3SP38-6N, also cataloged as the F3SP38 Sequence CPU Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed control logic execution and real-time I/O management within FA-M3 PLC platforms. The module executes user program loops using stored-program repetitive operations, providing direct physical processing over field inputs and system communication backplanes.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | F3SP38-6N / F3SP38 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.125 kg |
| Dimensions | 28.9 mm x 100.0 mm x 83.2 mm |
| Operating Temp | 0 to +55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Power supplied via FA-M3 backplane bus |
| Instruction Set | 32 basic, 312 application instructions |
| Control Mode | Stored program, repetitive operation |
| Mounting | FA-M3 base unit rack / DIN rail panel mount |
| Humidity Range | 10 to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
The sequence CPU architecture isolates control execution tasks from field-level electrical interference, protecting processing logic across multi-channel I/O racks. When integrated alongside CENTUM VP DCS platforms, the processor handles high-density digital signal processing while preventing ground loop propagation across the internal backplane bus. Advanced noise suppression circuits ensure stable sequence execution even during high-frequency signal switching.
Q: How does the F3SP38-6N display CPU activity and fault diagnostics?
A: Front panel LED indicators provide real-time visual status for power, CPU activity, program execution state, and system health errors.
Q: Can the F3SP38-6N module be hot-swapped while the FA-M3 base unit is powered?
A: No. Power to the FA-M3 base unit must be disconnected before removing or inserting the CPU module to prevent damage to the backplane communication pins.
Q: What instruction set capability does the module support for control logic?
A: The processor supports 32 basic instructions and 312 application instructions for complex sequencing and data processing routines.
Mount the CPU module directly onto the designated slot of the FA-M3 base rack, ensuring the top and bottom retention mechanism latches securely into position. Connect the main ground terminal of the base rack to the cabinet protective earth bar using a short, low-impedance copper conductor. Maintain minimum clearance above and below the module rack to permit unimpeded air convection across the casing vents.
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