{"product_id":"yokogawa-nfai143-500-a4500-analog-input-module","title":"YOKOGAWA NFAI143-500\/A4500 Analog Input Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYOKOGAWA NFAI143-500\/A4500\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eNFAI143\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 16-channel analog current signal acquisition within Yokogawa process control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NFAI143-500\/A4500 uses a standardized suffix configuration for hardware version control. The -500 designator identifies the module as a high-density input unit, while the \/A4500 suffix confirms the specific compliance and calibration standard for the 4-20 mA current input range.\u003c\/p\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\u003eNFAI143-500\/A4500\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\u003e0.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Yokogawa module form factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 mA at 5 VDC, 540 mA at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 (isolated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-20 mA DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/- 0.1 % of full scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Update Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllowable Input Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 mA max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolated Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 V AC (1 minute)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation and 4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NFAI143-500\/A4500 is engineered with galvanic isolation between the field input stage and the internal system bus. This isolation is required to prevent ground potential interference and to suppress electrical transients originating from the field wiring. The module supports direct interfacing with standard 4-20 mA DC field instruments and maintains compatibility with HART loop protocols when deployed with external loop-powered configurations, ensuring precise monitoring of process variables across all 16 independent channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the NFAI143-500\/A4500 provide internal loop power to field devices?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module requires an external 24 VDC power source to drive the current loops. The power consumption specifications refer to the energy required for the module's internal logic and the signal conditioning circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the module protected against accidental high-current injection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module features built-in overcurrent protection circuitry. However, input current must be kept under the 24 mA maximum limit to prevent potential hardware stress and maintain measurement accuracy within the specified +\/- 0.1 % tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackplane Mounting: Ensure the module is properly aligned with the system rack backplane. Secure the front-panel locking levers to guarantee consistent electrical contact with the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielding and Grounding: Connect the signal cable shields to the cabinet ground bus. Proper shield termination is required to maintain the effectiveness of the 1500 V AC isolation barrier against EMI\/RFI noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring Integrity: Use twisted-pair cabling for all 4-20 mA loops to minimize inductive crosstalk. Ensure that loop wiring does not exceed the maximum allowable resistance for the signal loop, considering the voltage drop across the input stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermal Management: Maintain convective airflow around the module. Operating ambient temperatures must stay within 0 deg C to 60 deg C to ensure that temperature-related drift remains within the +\/- 0.01 % per deg C limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49235721650428,"sku":"NFAI143-500\/A4500","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/NFAI143-500A4500.jpg?v=1782696710","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/yokogawa-nfai143-500-a4500-analog-input-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}