{"product_id":"yokogawa-acm12-communication-module","title":"Yokogawa ACM12 Communication Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa ACM12\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eACM12\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for serial communication within industrial automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe catalog designation \u003cstrong\u003eACM12\u003c\/strong\u003e establishes the primary hardware architecture for the RS-422\/RS-485 serial interface module designed to support serial data transfer.\u003c\/p\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\u003eACM12\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\u003eGlobal Manufacturing Facility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 A (5.0 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-422\/RS-485 (1 port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf-duplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. 1200 m (total length)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe communication module manages serial data streams across industrial networks while maintaining precise electrical parameters. Key operational characteristics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting point-to-point and multipoint connection architectures using an RS-422\/RS-485 interface configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilizing start-stop synchronization across communication speeds of 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and 19200 bps with ASCII or Binary transmission codes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintaining selectable parity checks (None\/Odd\/Even) and character\/stop bit length configurations to ensure reliable data framing over extended transmission distances up to 1200 meters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the ACM12 communication module be installed in the same nest with an ACF11?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The ACM12 cannot be combined with an ACF11, though an ACM11 can be combined with an ACM12 within the Communication Module Nest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the parity settings available at 19200 bps?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: \"No parity\" is not available when operating at 19200 bps; only Odd or Even parity check configurations are supported at this speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all associated power feeds and backplane supplies are completely de-energized and locked out (LOTO) prior to module insertion or removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the module directly into the designated Communication Module Nest, verifying that incompatible modules such as the ACF11 are not co-located.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate field wiring using a 3-pair shielded cable or an approved connection assembly (such as AKB161 for FA500 connections up to 100 m).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the D-sub 25-pin (female) interface securely to the 6-pole terminal using M4 screws, maintaining proper signal shielding and ground continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48214748823742,"sku":"ACM12","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/1145\/5422\/files\/ACM12_08dcc576-737c-4e7d-b8ba-cf6d161e0844.png?v=1785231307","url":"https:\/\/www.autooiltech.com\/products\/yokogawa-acm12-communication-module","provider":"AutoOilTech Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}