Yokogawa AFS30S Field Control Unit

The Yokogawa AFS30S Field Control Unit is a high-performance controller designed for use in demanding process automation environments. As a core component of Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP Distributed Control System (DCS), the AFS30S offers exceptional processing capabilities, robust communication performance, and outstanding reliability. It is purpose-built for precise control of complex industrial processes and can be deployed in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, pharmaceuticals, and water treatment.

The AFS30S supports redundant configurations to ensure continuous operation and offers advanced diagnostics, fast response times, and seamless integration with field networks. Its modular, scalable architecture allows it to meet both small system requirements and the needs of large, complex plants.

Product Specifications

Applications

The Yokogawa AFS30S Field Control Unit is used extensively in applications where reliability, precision, and performance are critical:

• Oil & Gas: Manages upstream, midstream, and downstream process control, pipeline monitoring, and terminal automation.

• Chemical and Petrochemical: Controls batch and continuous processes, including complex reactor systems and hazardous material handling.

• Power Generation: Used in boiler control, turbine control, and balance-of-plant applications in thermal, nuclear, and renewable power plants.

• Water & Wastewater Treatment: Supports process control for municipal and industrial water treatment and distribution networks.

• Pharmaceuticals: Provides GMP-compliant automation for production of regulated pharmaceutical products.

• Food & Beverage: Controls processes that require high reliability and repeatability in hygienic environments.

Advantages

• High-Performance Processing: Dual high-speed CPUs ensure fast control response and support for complex control algorithms.

• Redundancy for High Availability: Supports CPU and power redundancy to eliminate single points of failure and ensure continuous operation.

• Scalable & Modular Architecture: Easily adapts to small plants or large, distributed facilities.

• Extensive Communication Options: Offers wide protocol support for seamless integration with field devices and plant-wide systems.

• Advanced Diagnostics: Built-in diagnostics provide real-time status, fault detection, and predictive maintenance capabilities.

• Integrated with CENTUM VP DCS: Full compatibility with Yokogawa’s latest DCS platform for unified system management.

• Energy Efficient: Optimized for low power consumption without compromising performance.

• Global Standards Compliance: Meets major international certifications and is suitable for deployment worldwide.

• Long Lifecycle Support: Designed for long-term use with guaranteed parts availability and upgrade paths.

• Industrial Hardened: Withstands harsh environmental conditions and is designed for 24/7 operation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary function of the AFS30S Field Control Unit?

   It serves as a central controller in process automation, managing field I/O, executing control logic, and providing communication with higher-level systems.

2. What is the maximum I/O capacity supported?

   The AFS30S can handle up to approximately 4000 I/O points depending on system configuration.

3. Does the AFS30S support redundancy?

   Yes, it supports both CPU and power supply redundancy for maximum availability.

4. What communication protocols are supported?

   Supported protocols include Vnet/IP, Modbus, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, and others.

5. Is the AFS30S compatible with Yokogawa’s DCS platforms?

   Yes, it is fully compatible with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP DCS.

6. Can the AFS30S operate in harsh industrial environments?

   Yes, it is designed for industrial applications and operates reliably in temperatures from 0°C to +55°C and high humidity.

7. What type of mounting options are available?

   The unit can be rack-mounted or panel-mounted, depending on system design.

8. What type of power supply does the AFS30S require?

   It operates on 24 V DC and supports redundant power supplies for critical applications.

9. Is the unit certified for hazardous areas?

   Yes, the AFS30S holds certifications such as ATEX and IECEx, making it suitable for hazardous area applications.

10. How does the AFS30S integrate with field devices?

    It communicates with field devices using standard protocols and supports flexible I/O configurations to handle a variety of sensors and actuators.