Yokogawa AFV30D-A41252 Duplexed Field Control Unit

The Yokogawa AFV30D-A41252 Duplexed Field Control Unit represents a robust and highly reliable controller designed specifically for critical industrial automation environments. As part of Yokogawa’s AFV30D series, this duplexed unit provides redundant processing power and enhanced system availability, making it a vital component in safety-critical applications.

Engineered for demanding field operations, the AFV30D-A41252 ensures uninterrupted process control through its duplex configuration, where two identical processors operate in parallel to provide continuous monitoring and automatic fault tolerance. This design minimizes system downtime and guards against hardware failures, significantly improving plant reliability.

The unit supports seamless integration with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP and other automation platforms, ensuring smooth data communication and comprehensive control capabilities. Its compact form factor combined with high processing performance makes it suitable for a wide range of industrial environments, including hazardous areas with appropriate protection.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

• Critical Process Control: Utilized in high-stakes environments such as petrochemical and chemical plants where system failure is unacceptable.

• Power Generation Facilities: Controls critical power plant operations requiring fault-tolerant systems.

• Oil & Gas Industry: Used for upstream and downstream automation, providing safe and reliable process control.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ensures compliance with stringent regulatory standards through continuous monitoring and control.

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Supports vital treatment processes with high availability.

• Food & Beverage Industry: Enables consistent quality control and process automation in production lines.

Product Advantages

• High Availability: Duplex CPU configuration ensures fault tolerance and continuous operation without interruption.

• Robust Communication: Multiple communication ports enable reliable data exchange with control systems and field devices.

• Enhanced Safety: Designed to meet stringent safety and reliability requirements in critical industrial environments.

• Flexible Integration: Compatible with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP and other automation systems for broad usability.

• Compact but Powerful: Efficient use of cabinet space while delivering high processing capability.

• User-friendly Diagnostics: Built-in diagnostics simplify troubleshooting and maintenance procedures.

• Wide Environmental Range: Operates reliably across a broad temperature and humidity spectrum.

• Certified Quality: Meets international standards with CE and UL certifications, ensuring dependable operation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary benefit of the duplex design in the AFV30D-A41252?

   The duplex design provides redundancy, allowing one CPU to take over instantly if the other fails, minimizing downtime.

2. Which power supply does the AFV30D-A41252 require?

   It operates on a 24 V DC power supply.

3. Can this unit be used in hazardous areas?

   Yes, but it typically requires additional protective measures to meet hazardous area regulations.

4. What communication interfaces are available?

   It supports Ethernet and serial ports (RS-232/RS-485).

5. How does the AFV30D-A41252 integrate with existing control systems?

   It is designed for seamless integration with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP and compatible systems.

6. What are the physical dimensions and weight of the unit?

   The dimensions are 207 × 265.9 x 482.6 mm, and it weighs about 8.0 kg.

7. How does this unit improve system reliability?

   By using dual CPUs in parallel, the system can detect faults and switch control without process disruption.

8. What industries commonly use the AFV30D-A41252?

   It is widely applied in petrochemical, power generation, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and water treatment industries.

9. What environmental conditions can the unit withstand?

   It operates effectively between -10°C and +55°C with 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity.

10. Are there any certifications associated with this product?

    Yes, it carries CE and UL certifications confirming safety and quality compliance.