{"product_id":"yokogawa-rc1-a-plc-module-card","title":"Yokogawa RC1*A PLC Module Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa RC1*A\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eRC1*A\u003c\/strong\u003e PLC Module Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for discrete signal processing and digital output execution within Yokogawa CENTUM VP and CENTUM CS 3000 DCS platforms. Powered by a 24 VDC (+\/-10%) supply rail, the card executes sink or source logic control with up to 1 A output current per channel (0 to 24 VDC range), exchanging system parameters via Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP protocols across operating temperatures from -20 to 70 deg C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Segment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition \/ Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRC1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete PLC Logic \u0026amp; Communication Interface Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e*****\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOption Suffix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware revision \/ Mounting coating option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersion Designator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst-generation circuit board release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\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\u003eRC1*A\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\u003e1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 cm x 15.2 cm x 25.4 cm (5.0 in x 6.0 in x 10.0 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 70 deg C (-4 to 158 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage: 24 VDC (+\/-10%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfigurable Sink or Source Digital Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Drive Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 A Channel Load (0 to 24 VDC Output Range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus RTU, Modbus TCP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYokogawa CENTUM VP \/ CENTUM CS 3000 DCS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLC Control Module Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Signal Routing \u0026amp; DCS Loop Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RC1*A ensures deterministic timing during digital output actuation and discrete event logging. Equipped with optical channel-to-channel isolation, the card shields sensitive internal processor buses from field line transients, contact bounce arc noise, and ground loops. Integrated signal conditioning circuitry preserves transparent pass-through for concurrent 4-20 mA HART loop protocol instruments sharing common marshalling panels, protecting digital HART FSK frequency modulation from inductive switching noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the digital output channel configured for sink versus source mode on the RC1*A?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Sink or source operation is determined by physical terminal jumper wiring on the field wiring block in accordance with the field load power wiring scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What communication interfaces are available on the RC1\u003ci\u003eA card for host system integration? A: The RC1\u003c\/i\u003eA supports industrial Ethernet and serial communication links utilizing Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU protocols for peer-to-peer and supervisory data access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully de-energize primary 24 VDC power supply feeds and external field load voltages before inserting, removing, or wiring the RC1*A card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slide the card along the chassis guide rails until the backplane connectors seat completely, then lock the top and bottom retaining screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField Load Wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure external inductive loads driven by the 1 A output channels (such as solenoid valves or relay coils) have flyback suppression diodes installed across their terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield Terminations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect communication and signal cable shield drain wires directly to the cabinet ground bar using short, low-impedance grounding straps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain clean air ventilation pathways above and below the card chassis to support natural convective heat dissipation up to the 70 deg C operating threshold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734398923032,"sku":"RC1*A","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0892\/3483\/3688\/files\/2_e3a65103-5111-4b5c-96a1-db918fb23e37.png?v=1789871288","url":"https:\/\/www.innoplcsync.com\/products\/yokogawa-rc1-a-plc-module-card","provider":"InnoPLC Sync Co., Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}