{"product_id":"yokogawa-aip171-centum-dcs-transceiver-control-module","title":"Yokogawa AIP171 | CENTUM DCS Transceiver Control Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa AIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a dedicated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransceiver Control Module\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned to manage and optimize communication across Yokogawa’s V net networks. It serves as the central control unit for V net repeater devices, ensuring high-speed, accurate, and reliable data transmission between distributed network segments in CENTUM CS and CENTUM VP Distributed Control Systems (DCS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is typically mounted in dedicated interface racks or repeater files, playing a critical role in maintaining the deterministic performance required for real-time industrial control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed V net Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaintains signal integrity across long-distance network segments with a response time of under 100 milliseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProcesses transceiver data with ±1% accuracy to ensure precise control signal transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides galvanic isolation between field-side and bus-side circuits to protect central controllers from electrical surges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEquipped with front-panel LEDs showing Power (PWR), Communication Status, and Fault\/Error indicators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContinuous internal hardware checks alert the system to failures or malfunctions, preventing network downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOperates in temperatures from −10°C to +60°C and can tolerate non-condensing humidity conditions from 10–90%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eTransceiver Control Module \/ V net Repeater Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eCENTUM CS, CENTUM VP, CENTUM CS 3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e24 V DC nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eRS-485 \/ V net proprietary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e0–100%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e±1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u0026lt; 100 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e−10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e−20°C to +70°C (−4°F to 158°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e10–90% RH, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e2.5 cm × 12.7 cm × 17.8 cm (1.0\" × 5.0\" × 7.0\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e0.2 kg (6.1 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eStandard Yokogawa I\/O Rack \/ 19-inch Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis essential in plants using Yokogawa V net architecture where long-distance communication or signal amplification is required. Typical installations include CENTUM CS and VP networks in chemical, power, and process automation facilities. It allows operators to extend network reach and maintain real-time performance without compromising reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the AIP171?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It manages V net transceiver devices to ensure high-speed, accurate data relay for CENTUM DCS networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which DCS systems are compatible with the AIP171?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: CENTUM CS, CENTUM CS 3000, and CENTUM VP systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How fast does the module respond to network signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It has a response time of less than 100 milliseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the module offer diagnostics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, front-panel LEDs indicate power, communication status, and fault conditions, and the module performs continuous self-checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the operating environmental limits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It supports −10°C to +60°C operation and 10–90% RH non-condensing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44120972689507,"sku":"AIP171","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2775\/3315\/files\/YOKOGAWAAIP171-2_05c859bb-b7af-47a8-a9ad-aa94e723f398.jpg?v=1776324101","url":"https:\/\/precisemodule.com\/products\/yokogawa-aip171-centum-dcs-transceiver-control-module","provider":"Precise Module Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}