Yokogawa AKB331-M015 CENTUM VP 15m 50-Pin Signal Cable

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Yokogawa AKB331-M015 Signal Cable The Yokogawa AKB331-M015, also cataloged as the AKB331 Signal Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component...

SKU: AKB331-M015

Manufacturer: Yokogawa
Product No.: AKB331-M015
Product Type: Signal Cables
Product Origin: JAPAN
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 100g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Yokogawa AKB331-M015 Signal Cable

The Yokogawa AKB331-M015, also cataloged as the AKB331 Signal Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for interconnecting I/O modules to field terminal boards within CENTUM VP and ProSafe-RS control platforms.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

Code Suffix	Option / Configuration	Technical Description
AKB331	Base Model	Signal Cable with 50-pin to 50-pin connectors
-M015	Length Designation	Cable length of 15 meters

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	AKB331-M015
Brand	Yokogawa
Origin	Japan
Weight	0.1 kg (shipping weight ~4.0 kg)
Dimensions	15 meters overall length
Operating Temp	-20 deg C to 75 deg C
Power Consumption	Passive signal conductor assembly (0 W)
Connector Type	50-pin male to 50-pin male (KS interface)
Shielding Structure	EMI-shielded multi-conductor harness
Outer Sheath Material	Industrial-grade PVC insulation
Supported Signals	Analog input/output and discrete I/O pathways
Storage Temp	-20 deg C to 75 deg C
Operating Humidity	5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)

4-20 mA HART Loop Signal Integrity & Interface Shielding

The AKB331-M015 facilitates deterministic multi-channel routing between high-density DCS node cards and remote marshalling panels over a 15-meter span. Built with continuous metallic EMI shielding, the assembly isolates low-level 4-20 mA HART loop current signals, thermocouple lines, and discrete voltage pulses from cross-talk and field-induced electrical noise. Standardized 50-pin KS interface connectors feature molded pin retention mechanisms that enforce secure mechanical coupling and minimize contact resistance across all conductors, preventing signal attenuation or loop drift during continuous process automation operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the AKB331-M015 cable harness be field-modified or shortened if a 15-meter length is excessive for a cabinet layout?

A: No. The cable is factory-assembled and tested with potted 50-pin KS connectors to ensure shielding effectiveness and pin-to-pin signal integrity. Field cutting or re-crimping degrades the EMI shielding and voids electrical compliance.

Q: How does the AKB331-M015 handle dual-redundant I/O panel wiring configurations?

A: The dual 50-pin KS male connectors pin-match directly to corresponding redundant terminal board headers and I/O module interface slots, allowing rapid point-to-point replacement without re-wiring individual field pairs.

Q: What grounding procedure should be applied to the cable shield during installation?

A: Shield grounding terminates automatically through the grounding fingers of the mating 50-pin KS connector shells when fully mated and screwed into the grounded module cage or terminal board shroud.

Field Installation Guidelines

Route the AKB331-M015 through dedicated low-voltage instrument cable trays, maintaining separation from high-voltage AC power cables and variable frequency drive outputs to prevent electromagnetic coupling. Ensure the cable bend radius does not drop below 10 times the outer cable diameter during installation. Insert both 50-pin male KS connectors directly into the designated I/O card and terminal board headers, tightening the integral connector retaining screws to establish solid chassis ground continuity. Verify that ambient temperature along the entire 15-meter cable run stays strictly within the -20 deg C to 75 deg C operating threshold.

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