{"product_id":"yokogawa-mac2-a-centum-xl-multipoint-analog-control","title":"Yokogawa MAC2*A CENTUM XL Multipoint Analog Control","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa MAC2*A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003emultipoint analog control card\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for the Yokogawa \u003cstrong\u003eCENTUM XL\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emicroXL\u003c\/strong\u003e Distributed Control Systems. It provides multiple analog input and output channels for process variable control, handling signals such as pressure, flow, and temperature. The card integrates within the Yokogawa control system nest, enabling centralized analog loop management for complex industrial processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yokogawa CENTUM XL \/ microXL DCS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multipoint Analog Control Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput\/Output Channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple analog I\/O channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog signals for process control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Input Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e -10 V to +10 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Output Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 mA to 20 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.1% to ±0.2% of full scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSampling Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times per second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 V DC ±10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.53 lbs (0.69 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°C to 50°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultipoint analog I\/O consolidates multiple control loops into one card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide input range of -10 V to +10 V accommodates various sensor signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0-20 mA output range drives standard process control actuators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh accuracy of ±0.1% ensures precise process variable control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact card format fits standard Yokogawa DCS card nests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable control parameters using Yokogawa engineering software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCENTUM XL DCS analog loop control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess variable monitoring (pressure, flow, temperature)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicroXL system analog I\/O expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical process control skids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower plant auxiliary system control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the suffix *A indicate on the MAC2 module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The suffix letter denotes the hardware revision level. MAC2*A is Revision A. Subsequent revisions include MAC2*B and MAC2*C with enhanced features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between MAC2*A, MAC2*B, and MAC2*C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: MAC2*A is the initial revision. MAC2*B and MAC2*C feature improved specifications, enhanced signal processing, and broader compatibility with FIO modules of CENTUM VP\/CS3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which DCS platforms support MAC2*A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The MAC2*A is designed for Yokogawa CENTUM XL and microXL systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many control loops can one MAC2*A card manage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The card supports multiple analog input and output channels simultaneously. The exact number depends on the specific model variant and system configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower down the DCS rack before installing the analog control card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the MAC2*A card with the card nest guide rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the card firmly until the backplane connectors engage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect analog field wiring to the card terminals per the wiring diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigure control loop parameters in the Yokogawa engineering station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform loop checks to verify analog signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify module status LEDs indicate normal operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSelection Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect MAC2*A for CENTUM XL\/microXL analog control applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor newer systems with FIO module compatibility, consider MAC2*B or MAC2*C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify your DCS software version supports the selected revision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm required analog input\/output ranges before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the card nest has available slots for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54012359114936,"sku":"MAC2*A","price":194.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/MAC2A_2__.r270_cdb9a9ab-b8b2-4499-b027-9c95a4d02488.png?v=1788157140","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/yokogawa-mac2-a-centum-xl-multipoint-analog-control","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}