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Yokogawa YCB301-C400 ESB Bus Cable

Configured for high-speed deterministic data transfer in CENTUM VP platforms, the Yokogawa YCB301-C400 (YCB301 ESB Bus Cable) provides direct physical/electrical execution across Field Control Units and I/O node interface modules. The 4-meter assembly utilizes 36-pin to 36-pin industrial connectors with high-grade copper conductors to link real-time system backbones. Foil and braid dual-layer shielding suppresses electromagnetic interference and maintain signal integrity over 120-ohm characteristic impedance lines.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

Base Code Option Code Description
YCB301   ESB Bus Cable (36-pin to 36-pin connector assembly)
  -C400 Cable length 4 m

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model YCB301-C400
Brand Yokogawa
Origin Japan
Weight 2.0 kg
Dimensions Cable length 4 m (Connector: 36-pin to 36-pin)
Operating Temp -10 to +60 deg C
Power Consumption Passive physical media (30 V maximum voltage rating)
Characteristic Impedance 120 ohm
Capacitance 45 pF/m
Conductor Material High-grade copper
Shielding Type Foil and braid shield (EMI/RFI protection)
Jacket Material Flame-retardant PVC
Communication Interface Enhanced System Backbone (ESB Bus)

Process Loop & Signal Isolation Characteristics

The physical cable layer operates within 4-20 mA HART loop protocol architectures and high-density DCS networks by shielding high-frequency serial communication channels from field-induced electrical noise. Dual-layer braid and foil shielding limits ground loop potential and crosstalk between adjacent bus channels, preventing packet dropouts during full-duplex transmission cycles across field control nodes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum allowable bend radius for the cable assembly inside a control rack?

A: Maintain a minimum static bend radius of at least 10 times the outer cable diameter to prevent mechanical stress on internal copper conductors and preserve the 120-ohm characteristic impedance profile.

Q: Can the cable be connected or disconnected while the Field Control Unit is powered?

A: Physical bus connections should be altered only when signal communication is safely paused or redundant bus paths are verified, as sudden disconnection interrupts live I/O bus topology data frames.

Field Installation Guidelines

  1. Inspect the 36-pin connector interfaces for bent pins, debris, or mechanical damage before mounting.
  2. Route the cable through dedicated low-voltage instrument raceways away from AC motor leads and high-power distribution lines.
  3. Align the 36-pin connector straight into the ESB bus interface receptacle on the Field Control Unit or I/O node.
  4. Tighten the integral connector retention screws by hand to ensure a secure, vibration-resistant electrical joint.
  5. Clamp cable shield grounding drain wires directly to the cabinet earthing bar to establish a single-point ground connection.
  6. Avoid tight cable ties that compress the flame-retardant PVC outer jacket and deform internal wire geometry.

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