{"product_id":"yokogawa-f3ad0b-4w-fa-m3-analog-input-module","title":"Yokogawa F3AD0B-4W FA-M3 Analog Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa F3AD0B-4W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-precision analog data acquisition interface for the FA-M3 range-free multi-controller. This module captures critical process variables from field transmitters and converts them into 16-bit digital values for the PLC processor. We supply this module as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring maximum signal integrity and system longevity for your automation infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Analog Input Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-bit A\/D Conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Signal (Current)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 to 20 mA DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Signal (Voltage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 to 5 V DC, \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm 10$\u003c\/span\u003e V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm 0.1\\%$\u003c\/span\u003e of span\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannel-to-channel and Channel-to-ground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\leq 100$\u003c\/span\u003e ms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 to 4 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e130 × 25 × 90 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Noise Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe F3AD0B-4W features independent channel-to-channel isolation. This hardware architecture prevents ground loops and eliminates cross-talk between different field sensors, a critical requirement in facilities with heavy electrical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Signal Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineers configure each channel independently to accept current or voltage signals. This flexibility allows the F3AD0B-4W to interface with varied instrumentation, such as flow meters (4-20mA) and pressure transducers (±10V), on a single module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Fidelity Conversion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 16-bit resolution provides the granularity needed for sensitive chemical and pharmaceutical processes. This high bit-depth ensures the PLC detects even minute fluctuations in process variables, enabling tighter control loop performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Self-Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in fault detection logic continuously monitors the health of the A\/D converter and input circuitry. The module immediately reports hardware irregularities to the FA-M3 CPU, reducing mean time to repair (MTTR) during maintenance cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the F3AD0B-4W require external power for the A\/D conversion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The module draws its operating power directly from the FA-M3 backplane. However, you must provide separate power to your field transmitters if they operate on a 2-wire current loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I switch between voltage and current modes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou select the input range and signal type through the PLC configuration software. Additionally, ensure you follow the terminal wiring diagram specific to current or voltage to avoid damaging the internal precision resistors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this module replace older 12-bit analog input cards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3AD0B-4W fits standard FA-M3 base units and serves as a significant upgrade over lower-resolution modules. While the physical installation is compatible, you must update the scaling parameters in your ladder logic to account for the higher 16-bit resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat precautions should I take for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm 10$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eV DC input?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use shielded twisted-pair (STP) cabling for voltage signals. Ground the shield at a single point, preferably at the PLC rack side, to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) that could skew the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm 0.1\\%$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eaccuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52777493365045,"sku":"F3AD0B-4W","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/F3XD32-3F_8ef550fb-fdf7-49c0-a0d9-f432a735aa08.png?v=1776916688","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/yokogawa-f3ad0b-4w-fa-m3-analog-input-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}