Yokogawa 6189-RW2 Memory Card
Configured for non-volatile firmware execution and system parameter storage in Yokogawa industrial control platforms, the Yokogawa 6189-RW2 (6189-RW2 Memory Card Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 6189-RW2 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.02 kg (0.04 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard Compact Flash Form Factor |
| Operating Temp | -10 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Powered via controller card slot (3.3/5 VDC) |
| Memory Capacity | 128 MB |
| Memory Type | Compact Flash (Flash non-volatile) |
| Firmware/OS Revision | VVCE |
| Category | PLC Module / Controller Storage |
Bus Isolation and Signal Conditioning
The 6189-RW2 module utilizes high-reliability non-volatile flash memory cells engineered for continuous system data logging and controller operating system load cycles. High-impedance buffer circuitry shields the internal memory architecture from bus noise and electrostatic discharge (ESD) during real-time read and write operations. By maintaining signal integrity across host controller bus lines, the card ensures deterministic boot routines and stable operation for system CPUs managing 4-20 mA HART analog control loops and cold junction compensation (CJC) sensor cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the 6189-RW2 require continuous battery backup to maintain stored data?
A: No, the module incorporates solid-state non-volatile Compact Flash memory that retains system parameters and firmware indefinitely without external power or backup batteries.
Q: Can the 6189-RW2 card be safely removed while the host controller is powered on?
A: No, power to the host slot must be isolated or the controller halted before card insertion or extraction to avoid file system corruption and bus interface faults.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Confirm that the host PLC or DCS controller is powered down and de-energized before handling the module.
- Wear a grounded ESD wrist strap to prevent electrostatic discharge damage during installation.
- Align the side guide grooves of the 6189-RW2 card with the designated Compact Flash slot tracks on the host CPU board.
- Press the card smoothly into the socket until the edge connector pins are fully engaged and the mechanical ejector seats correctly.
- Apply controller power and monitor front-panel diagnostic indicators to confirm successful system initialization from the memory card.
Yokogawa 6189-RW2 Memory Card
Yokogawa 6189-RW2 Memory Card
Configured for non-volatile firmware execution and system parameter storage in Yokogawa industrial control platforms, the Yokogawa 6189-RW2 (6189-RW2 Memory Card Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 6189-RW2 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.02 kg (0.04 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard Compact Flash Form Factor |
| Operating Temp | -10 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Powered via controller card slot (3.3/5 VDC) |
| Memory Capacity | 128 MB |
| Memory Type | Compact Flash (Flash non-volatile) |
| Firmware/OS Revision | VVCE |
| Category | PLC Module / Controller Storage |
Bus Isolation and Signal Conditioning
The 6189-RW2 module utilizes high-reliability non-volatile flash memory cells engineered for continuous system data logging and controller operating system load cycles. High-impedance buffer circuitry shields the internal memory architecture from bus noise and electrostatic discharge (ESD) during real-time read and write operations. By maintaining signal integrity across host controller bus lines, the card ensures deterministic boot routines and stable operation for system CPUs managing 4-20 mA HART analog control loops and cold junction compensation (CJC) sensor cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the 6189-RW2 require continuous battery backup to maintain stored data?
A: No, the module incorporates solid-state non-volatile Compact Flash memory that retains system parameters and firmware indefinitely without external power or backup batteries.
Q: Can the 6189-RW2 card be safely removed while the host controller is powered on?
A: No, power to the host slot must be isolated or the controller halted before card insertion or extraction to avoid file system corruption and bus interface faults.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Confirm that the host PLC or DCS controller is powered down and de-energized before handling the module.
- Wear a grounded ESD wrist strap to prevent electrostatic discharge damage during installation.
- Align the side guide grooves of the 6189-RW2 card with the designated Compact Flash slot tracks on the host CPU board.
- Press the card smoothly into the socket until the edge connector pins are fully engaged and the mechanical ejector seats correctly.
- Apply controller power and monitor front-panel diagnostic indicators to confirm successful system initialization from the memory card.
