{"product_id":"yokogawa-akb331-m015-centum-vp-15m-50-pin-signal-cable","title":"Yokogawa AKB331-M015 CENTUM VP 15m 50-Pin Signal Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYokogawa AKB331-M015 Signal Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa AKB331-M015\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eAKB331\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Suffix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption \/ Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKB331\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Cable with 50-pin to 50-pin connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-M015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength Designation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable length of 15 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAKB331-M015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYokogawa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 kg (shipping weight ~4.0 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 meters overall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 deg C to 75 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive signal conductor assembly (0 W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50-pin male to 50-pin male (KS interface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMI-shielded multi-conductor harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Sheath Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial-grade PVC insulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Signals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog input\/output and discrete I\/O pathways\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 deg C to 75 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Signal Integrity \u0026amp; Interface Shielding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the AKB331-M015 cable harness be field-modified or shortened if a 15-meter length is excessive for a cabinet layout?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the AKB331-M015 handle dual-redundant I\/O panel wiring configurations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What grounding procedure should be applied to the cable shield during installation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843510173786,"sku":"AKB331-M015","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/635._e115599c-dc54-4a85-9840-751aa2022b45.jpg?v=1786679521","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/yokogawa-akb331-m015-centum-vp-15m-50-pin-signal-cable","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}