{"product_id":"akb331-m020-yokogawa-akb331-signal-cable","title":"AKB331-M020 | Yokogawa | AKB331 Signal Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa AKB331‑M020\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAKB331 signal cable, operates as a 50‑pin to 50‑pin transmission cable used for interfacing AKB‑series terminal boards within Yokogawa control architectures. The M020 suffix designates a fixed cable length of 20 m, supporting stable analog\/digital signal transfer across distributed panel locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKB331:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base signal‑cable family used for terminal‑board interconnection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM020:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicates a 20 m cable length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo additional functional segmentation is defined for this model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKB331‑M020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yokogawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKB331 Cable Family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKB331 Signal Cable (50‑pin to 50‑pin)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50‑pin to 50‑pin ribbon\/round cable (per AKB331 standard)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shielded signal‑grade cable for control‑system interconnection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified (Yokogawa global production)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4‑20 mA HART Loop Protocol \u0026amp; Channel‑to‑Channel Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe AKB331 cable supports Yokogawa DCS wiring practices where 4‑20 mA and HART‑enabled channels require low‑noise transmission paths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShielding reduces interference between adjacent channels, maintaining channel‑to‑channel isolation when used with corresponding terminal boards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCable geometry minimizes impedance variation across long‑distance runs such as the 20 m M020 variant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper grounding of the shield at a single point prevents ground‑loop formation in mixed‑signal environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the AKB331‑M020 be used interchangeably with other AKB cable lengths?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Length is the only functional difference; connector pinout remains identical across AKB331 variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the cable support mixed analog and digital signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The AKB331 family is designed for multi‑signal routing, provided shield bonding and grounding rules are followed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the cable hot‑swappable?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. All AKB‑series cables must be connected or removed only when the associated I\/O modules are powered down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain shield bonding at a single grounding point to avoid noise coupling into analog channels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoute the cable away from high‑voltage or high‑current conductors to prevent induced interference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure both 50‑pin connectors are fully seated and latched before powering the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply strain relief at both ends to prevent connector fatigue during cabinet vibration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid tight bending radii to maintain internal conductor integrity over the 20 m length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47815321223358,"sku":"AKB331-M020","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/1145\/5422\/files\/screenshot_2026-06-10_11-36-19_0894c52b-b6b2-43d7-8d32-738979147931.png?v=1781070419","url":"https:\/\/www.autooiltech.com\/ar\/products\/akb331-m020-yokogawa-akb331-signal-cable","provider":"AutoOilTech Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}