{"product_id":"yokogawa-ale111-s50-centum-vp-ethernet-communication-module","title":"Yokogawa ALE111-S50 Centum VP Ethernet Communication Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa ALE111-S50\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eALE111\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethernet Communication Module, serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eALE111\u003c\/strong\u003e Product Type utilized to execute real-time data exchange across CENTUM VP and ProSafe-RS platforms. The hardware establishes physical communication links through an IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T half-duplex interface using start-stop synchronization over 100 Ohm twisted-pair unshielded cabling. Operating at a fixed transmission speed of 10 Mbps over a maximum segment distance of 100 m, the module routes field subsystem data directly to node units via standard RJ-45 connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eALE111\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base module identifier for the FIO-compatible Ethernet communication module architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-S\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designates the standard version configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\u003c\/strong\u003e: Validates the hardware configuration as having no integrated explosion protection ratings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indicates the standard basic hardware type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003eALE111-S50\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\u003e0.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8 cm x 12.7 cm x 14.0 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 A at 5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Layer Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, half-duplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ-45 (1 port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Ohm twisted-pair (non-shielded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 m per segment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia Access Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSMA\/CD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus slave, DNP3 slave, subsystem communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANB10\/ANB11 (ESB bus), ANR10 (ER bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control and DCS Instrumentation Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module integrates specialized channel-to-channel isolation matrices across its communication interface to decouple field network transients from the internal Field I\/O (FIO) subsystem backplane. Protocol handling for Modbus slave and DNP3 slave architectures is executed directly on the embedded processor, minimizing backplane bus latency during high-density cyclic data updates. Furthermore, firmware flash compatibility limits are strictly mapped to system release revisions, requiring specific minimum controller baselines such as AFF50 R3.04+ or AFV10 R3.05+ when mapping data across remote ER bus sub-networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the software version requirements when installing this module into ER bus node units?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For proper initialization on ER bus sub-networks, the host node units must run firmware baselines of AFF50 R3.04 or higher, AFV10 R3.05 or higher, or AFG30\/40\/80 R3.03 or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can this specific module configuration be deployed inside hazardous areas requiring explosion protection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the S50 suffix designates a standard hardware type that lacks intrinsic safety barriers or explosion-proof encapsulation, restricting its installation to general-purpose, non-hazardous industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaseplate Interfacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert the module into the designated slot of the ANB10, ANB11, or ANR10 FIO baseplate. Press firmly until the top and bottom administrative latches fully engage with the structural bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Cabling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route the 100 Ohm twisted-pair Ethernet cable through dedicated low-voltage wire ways. Maintain physical segregation from high-voltage AC three-phase lines to prevent electromagnetic induction from causing packet drops or CSMA\/CD collisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure that the field control unit rack assembly is bounded directly to a low-impedance safety ground system. 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