Description
The Yokogawa ANR10D is a dual-redundant ER Bus Node Interface Unit used within Yokogawa’s Electronic Rack (ER) Bus system for industrial automation applications. Here’s a breakdown of its key functionalities:
Function:
- The ANR10D acts as an interface between the Yokogawa ER Bus and various I/O modules.
- It allows for connecting multiple analog and digital I/O modules to the control system through a high-speed and reliable communication network (ER Bus).
- The “dual-redundant” designation indicates that the ANR10D can be configured with two units for fault tolerance. If one ANR10D fails, the other can take over to maintain communication and I/O functionality within the system.
Features:
- ER Bus Communication: Connects to the Yokogawa ER Bus, a high-performance serial communication standard used for data exchange between control units and I/O modules within the Yokogawa automation system.
- I/O Module Support: Provides connection points for a variety of Yokogawa I/O modules, including those for analog voltage/current input/output, digital input/output, and temperature measurement. The exact number of supported modules might depend on the specific model and configuration.
- Dual Redundancy (optional): The ANR10D can be used in pairs for redundancy. This enhances system reliability by providing a backup communication path in case of a module failure.
Applications (within Yokogawa ER Bus systems):
- Industrial automation: The ANR10D facilitates communication between the control system and various sensors, actuators, and other field devices connected through I/O modules within the Yokogawa ER Bus network. This enables monitoring and control of industrial processes like temperature, pressure, flow, and level.
- Data acquisition: The ANR10D transmits analog and digital signals from sensors to the control system for data acquisition and analysis.
- Process control: Control signals from the Yokogawa controller are sent through the ANR10D to I/O modules, which then actuate valves, motors, or other final control elements to regulate the process variables.
Finding More Information:
A specific datasheet for the Yokogawa ANR10D might be difficult to find publicly due to the potential age of the product. Here are some ways to learn more about its functionalities and compatibility:
- Yokogawa Support: Contacting Yokogawa customer support is likely the most effective way to obtain the user manuals or datasheets for the ANR10D. They can provide the definitive details on its features, supported I/O modules, redundancy configuration, and compatibility with your specific Yokogawa ER Bus system.
- Industrial Parts Suppliers: Several suppliers sell replacement or surplus Yokogawa automation components, including ER Bus Node Units [supplier 1], [supplier 2], [supplier 3] (similar to previous searches, I cannot share URLs but searching the part number should lead you to product pages). These listings may offer:
- Limited information about the ANR10D’s functionalities and compatible I/O modules (if available in their database).
- Compatibility details with specific Yokogawa ER Bus system versions (depending on the supplier information).
Additional Tips:
- If you have the physical ANR10D module, look for any markings or labels on it that might indicate model variations or compatibility details for further searching.
- Consider the context in which you encountered the ANR10D (e.g., mentioned in a system manual or used with a specific Yokogawa ER Bus system). This context might provide clues about the I/O modules it supports and its function within the automation system.
By using a combination of these strategies, you should be able to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Yokogawa ANR10D and its role in establishing a reliable communication link between the ER Bus and various I/O modules within Yokogawa industrial automation systems.
