{"product_id":"yokogawa-f3bu20-0n-fa-m3-main-base-module","title":"Yokogawa F3BU20-0N FA-M3 Main Base Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa F3BU20-0N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as the high-capacity structural foundation for the FA-M3 \"Range-free\" multi-controller system. This main base module provides 20 dedicated slots for power supply, CPU, and various I\/O modules, enabling large-scale automation architectures. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring absolute bus integrity and mechanical precision for your complex control 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\u003eNumber of Slots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 Slots (Combined for Power Supply, CPU, and I\/O)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYokogawa FA-M3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 mA (Internal 5V DC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanel mount via Ø5 mounting holes (M4 screws)\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\u003e205 mm x 196 mm x 138 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 1.0 kg (998g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to 55°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20°C to 75°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtmospheric Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree of corrosive\/flammable gases and heavy dust\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\u003eUltra-High Slot Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 20-slot design of the F3BU20-0N eliminates the need for multiple smaller bases in complex applications. This consolidation reduces cabinet footprint and simplifies the internal communication bus, streamlining the overall system architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable Signal Propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe high-integrity backplane minimizes signal crosstalk and ensures deterministic data transfer between the CPU and remote I\/O modules. This stability remains critical for high-speed motion control and synchronized process tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYokogawa engineers this base to operate within a wide temperature range (up to 55°C). The fan-less, passive design prevents dust accumulation on critical bus connectors, extending the Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) in harsh factory environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Installation Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe unit features standardized M4 mounting holes for secure panel installation. This mechanical rigidity protects the module pins from the vibration and shock commonly encountered in heavy industrial machinery.\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\u003eWhich power supply modules work with the F3BU20-0N?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3BU20-0N supports standard FA-M3 power supply modules such as the F3PU20 or F3PU30 series. Always verify that your power supply current rating (e.g., 4.3A or 6.0A) matches the total consumption of the CPUs and I\/O modules installed on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this base for expansion sub-units?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3BU20-0N primarily functions as a main base unit. For expansion, you typically connect sub-units via the FA-bus. Ensure your CPU module supports the total number of points and bases in your planned configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 20-slot count include the power supply and CPU slots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. In the FA-M3 architecture, the slot count refers to the total available positions on the backplane. You must reserve the dedicated positions for the power supply and at least one CPU module when planning your I\/O layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the environmental restrictions for this base module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain an atmosphere free of corrosive or flammable gases. 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