{"product_id":"vf701-yokogawa-vnet-ip-interface-card-new-original-stock","title":"VF701 Yokogawa Vnet\/IP Interface Card | New \u0026 Original Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa VF701\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eVF701\u003c\/strong\u003e Vnet\/IP Interface Card) is a fundamental communication module designed for the CENTUM VP distributed control system (DCS). It serves as the primary hardware gateway that allows the Field Control Unit (FCU) to connect to the Vnet\/IP control network, ensuring reliable, high-speed, and deterministic data exchange across the plant's automation infrastructure.\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\u003eVF701\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\u003e0.75kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2 cm x 12.4 cm x 12.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 W (typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVnet\/IP Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDCS Process Control Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VF701 facilitates the core communication requirements of the CENTUM VP platform by providing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures that critical control data, such as process values and alarm packets, are delivered within strict timing constraints, preventing communication jitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanic Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the sensitive internal station bus from electrical noise, surges, and common-mode interference originating from the external control network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with dual-redundant network configurations to ensure seamless operation and high availability during link failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Bandwidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports the robust throughput required for multi-node data synchronization in large-scale industrial control environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the VF701 compatible with all CENTUM VP stations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The VF701 is designed for standard CENTUM VP field control units. Compatibility depends on the station's hardware revision; always check the module’s firmware compatibility with your system's engineering software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the card require specific network cabling?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, use high-quality, shielded Category 6A (or better) Ethernet cables to maintain signal integrity and adhere to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the control cabinet is powered down or the specific slot is set to \"Maintenance Mode\" via the engineering workstation to prevent accidental bus faults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle with Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Align the card precisely with the backplane guides. Insert it slowly to avoid bending or damaging the high-density backplane pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tighten the front-panel captive screws firmly. 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