Product Details
The Yokogawa NFTC5S-00, also cataloged as the NFTC5S Terminal Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for field wiring termination and signal routing within Yokogawa CENTUM VP and CENTUM CS 3000 Field I/O (FIO) subsystems.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
- NFTC5S: Base model designating Field I/O terminal board assembly for CENTUM control systems.
- -00: Standard basic hardware specification option.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | NFTC5S-00 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Subsystem | FIO (Field I/O) |
| Compatible Systems | CENTUM VP / CENTUM CS 3000 |
| Signal Types | Dependent on paired I/O module (Digital or Analog) |
| Wiring Method | Screw-type terminals |
| Isolation | Terminal-to-system isolation |
| Weight | Approx. 0.25 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard Yokogawa FIO Terminal Board Assembly |
| Operating Temp | -20 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive Component (Zero Power Dissipation) |
Yokogawa Signal Distribution & Channel Isolation Interface
The NFTC5S-00 routes discrete and analog field conductors through a dedicated backplane connector directly into paired I/O module slots. Integrated terminal isolation limits high-frequency field noise coupling into 4-20 mA HART loop protocol pairs and FOUNDATION Fieldbus signal channels. Dedicated shield grounding terminals maintain signal integrity between field devices and internal A/D converter buses across the control system platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the NFTC5S-00 terminal board require a separate DC power supply connection?
A: No, the NFTC5S-00 operates as a passive wiring interface block that passes electrical signals directly to the baseplate and paired I/O module without active power consumption.
Q: Can the NFTC5S-00 be replaced while field wiring remains intact?
A: Yes, the assembly releases directly from the Yokogawa baseplate and paired I/O module connection interface, allowing module maintenance without disturbing individual field screw terminals.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mount the NFTC5S-00 terminal board securely onto the designated Yokogawa I/O baseplate position until the backplane connector fully seats. Strip field conductor ends to specified gauge lengths and clamp each wire firmly into the screw terminals. Connect all instrument cable shields directly to the designated shield grounding terminal on the board, ensuring continuous bonding to the main cabinet single-point earth ground bar. Maintain physical separation between low-voltage signal wiring and AC power cables inside the panel wire ducts.
Additional Information
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