{"product_id":"yokogawa-pnl4-a-interface-module-card","title":"Yokogawa PNL4*A Interface Module Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa PNL4*A\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003ePNL4\u003c\/strong\u003e Interface Module Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for field device signal routing and system communication execution within Yokogawa control system networks. The module establishes physical data transfer paths between field instruments and DCS controllers, delivering signal conversion with a response time under 10 ms and a measurement accuracy within +\/-0.2 % of full scale. Internal processing architectures maintain an operational MTBF rating of 120,000 hours under continuous duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Element\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification \/ Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePNL4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase model designation for panel interface card series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e*\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle code Revision A indicating hardware revision and internal circuit design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\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\u003ePNL4*A\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\u003e0.25 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 mm x 100 mm x 30 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC \/ backplane bus powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 10 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/-0.2 % of full scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMTBF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120,000 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYokogawa CENTUM VP \/ CS 3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDCS Communication Interfacing and Signal Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PNL4*A coordinates field device data streams with DCS backplane buses using 4-20 mA HART loop protocol parameters and digital communication interfaces. Integrated channel-to-channel isolation circuits prevent ground loops and shield internal processor logic against electrical transients up to 1500 Vrms. The card includes built-in signal conditioning and cold junction compensation (CJC) processing for connected temperature transducers, maintaining +\/-0.2 % full-scale measurement accuracy during ambient thermal shifts across the control cabinet assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum signal response time for loop data processed by the PNL4*A?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module executes signal processing and conversion routines with a maximum response latency of less than 10 ms across active communication channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the PNL4*A support hot-swapping during live rack operations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Hot-swapping is permitted provided that the active subrack features redundant communication paths and the parallel interface channel is verified active prior to extracting the target card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the PNL4*A handle ground potential differences between field instruments and the system bus?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The card incorporates channel-to-channel galvanic isolation barriers that decouple field-side signal loops from backplane power rails, suppressing common-mode electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack Slot Insertion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Align the card edge connectors with the designated subrack guide rails. Slide the PNL4*A module inward until the rear pins seat completely into the backplane motherboard, then tighten the panel locking screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabling and Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route field communication and analog signal cables through grounded wire ducts. Connect cable shield drain wires directly to the main cabinet functional earth (FE) ground bus bar at a single termination point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify that the 24 VDC system power supply voltage remains within nominal operating limits before energizing the subrack assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure clear airflow above and below the card slot array to maintain convective cooling, keeping operating ambient temperatures within the 0 to 60 deg C range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53281767653685,"sku":"PNL4*A","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/PNL4A.png?v=1786690451","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/yokogawa-pnl4-a-interface-module-card","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}