The Yokogawa F3WD32-3F, also cataloged as the F3WD32-3F Digital I/O Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 32-point discrete input and transistor output signal processing within FA-M3 Value II PLC platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | F3WD32-3F |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.11 kg |
| Dimensions | 30 mm (W) x 100 mm (H) x 110 mm (D) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 100 mA at 5 VDC |
| Input Points | 16 points (24 VDC) |
| Output Points | 16 points (transistor sink type, 24 VDC) |
| Input Voltage Range | 20.4 to 26.4 VDC |
| Input Current | 4.1 mA per point |
| Output Current | 0.1 A per point (0.4 A per common line) |
| Response Time (Input) | ON <= 2 ms / OFF <= 3.5 ms |
| Response Time (Output) | ON/OFF <= 1 ms |
| Isolation | Photocoupler isolation, 1500 VAC for 1 min |
| Interface Connector | 40-pin shared connector |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Mounting | DIN rail via FA-M3 base unit |
The Yokogawa F3WD32-3F incorporates high-speed photocoupler circuitry to isolate external field signals from internal FA-M3 backplane logic. This design maintains an electrical isolation threshold of 1500 VAC for 1 minute between field terminals and module CPU connections, suppressing industrial electrical noise and common-mode surge propagation. Furthermore, the 16 transistor sink outputs switch 24 VDC loads with sub-millisecond switching latencies (<= 1 ms), while configurable digital input filtering filters contact bounce across the 16 input channels.
Q: Does the 40-pin shared connector split input and output channels into separate terminal blocks?
A: Both the 16 digital inputs and 16 transistor outputs terminate on the single 40-pin connector header, requiring external branch cables or breakout terminal units to route field signals cleanly.
Q: How does the module handle inductive switching spikes on the 16 transistor outputs?
A: Internal solid-state output circuitry handles switching loads up to 0.1 A per channel, but inductive field loads such as solenoids or relay coils require external suppression diodes wired across the load to absorb back-EMF voltage transients.
Q: Can input response times be configured to filter noisy contact chatter?
A: Yes, the input circuit response time defaults to fast switching (<= 2 ms ON / <= 3.5 ms OFF) but allows internal software-configured delays up to 18.5 ms for debounce filtering on slow field contacts.
Field engineers must execute standard installation protocols when integrating the F3WD32-3F module into an FA-M3 rack:
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