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SKU: NFPW442-10

Yokogawa NFPW442-10 System Power Supply Module

The Yokogawa NFPW442-10 is a high-performance 220–240 V AC power supply module for CENTUM series control systems. Featuring a fanless design for high reliability and supporting full redundancy and hot-swappable replacement, it ensures stable, uninterrupted power for safety-critical DCS applications.

Technical Summary and Operational Reliability

The Yokogawa NFPW442-10 is a high-efficiency Power Supply Module engineered specifically for the CENTUM VP and STARDOM industrial control architectures. This module converts external AC line voltage into the regulated DC power required for the internal SB bus and associated I/O processing modules. To ensure maximum uptime, the NFPW442-10 features a convection-cooled design; by eliminating mechanical cooling fans, Yokogawa significantly reduces the risk of hardware failure and extends the overall maintenance intervals for the control cabinet.

Redundancy and RAS Functionality

This power module serves as a cornerstone of the system’s Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) strategy. In mission-critical configurations, the NFPW442-10 supports duplex redundancy, allowing two modules to share the load and seamlessly assume full capacity if one unit fails. It incorporates sophisticated self-diagnostic features, including output voltage monitoring and thermal oversight, which provide real-time status alerts to the Distributed Control System (DCS). Furthermore, the module supports hot-swapping, enabling maintenance personnel to replace power units without interrupting the power supply to the CPU or field communication.

Integration and Environmental Protection

Yokogawa designed the NFPW442-10 to operate reliably in demanding environments, offering optional G3 conformal coating for protection against corrosive atmospheric gases. The module supports a standard 220–240 V AC input range, making it compatible with global industrial power grids. Because it interfaces directly with the system’s internal SB bus, it facilitates stable power distribution across the backplane, ensuring that high-speed communication and I/O acquisition remain uncompromised during transient power events.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Yokogawa
  • Model Identification: NFPW442-10
  • Equipment Category: Power Supply Module
  • Input Voltage Range: 220–240 V AC
  • Application System: Yokogawa DCS / STARDOM
  • Weight: 0.2 kg
  • Physical Dimensions: 6.0 cm x 25.8 cm x 24.3 cm
  • Manufacturing Origin: Japan
  • Lifecycle Status: Active
  • Cooling Method: Natural Convection (Fanless)

Primary Industrial Applications

  • Powering Field Control Stations (FCS) in Oil & Gas plants
  • Centralized power management for Chemical Processing units
  • High-availability power for Power Generation control racks
  • Water and Wastewater treatment automation systems