Yokogawa introduces a new operating keyboard AIP831-101 that enhances the CENTUM VP desktop HIS

Yokogawa Electric Corporation recently introduced a new operating keyboard, the AIP831-101, designed for the eight-ring synchronous operation of the CENTUM VP Desktop Historical Information System (HIS). The device is equipped with an 8-ring control key and contains a touch sensor that senses touch motion, enabling the “instrument panel highlighting” function of the desktop HIS to improve user interface interaction and operation accuracy.

The AIP831-101 keyboard has a variety of functions, including but not limited to manual operation, automatic operation, stepping operation and zero operation. Through the keys and indicators on the keyboard, the user can easily control and monitor the running status and position of the stepper motor. In addition, the keyboard features an electronic buzzer for alerting and includes a separate USB speaker for enhanced sound feedback.

In terms of technical specifications, the AIP831-101 operating keyboard contains two USB Type A ports, conforming to the USB 2.0 (full speed, bus powered) and USB 1.1 (full speed, bus powered) standards. The input voltage is 5V±5%, the power supply is through the USB interface of the computer, and the maximum current consumption is 1A. The weight of the equipment is about 2.0 kg (without VESA support), 2.5 kg (with VESA support) and is suitable for IEC 61010-1 installation category I equipment.

Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP system is an integrated production control system that is widely used in the petroleum, chemical, power, pharmaceutical and other industries. The introduction of the AIP831-101 operating keyboard has further enriched the accessory selection of CENTUM VP system, improving the flexibility of the system and the ease of operation.

The keyboard is suitable for industrial automation applications that require multi-loop synchronous operations, such as production lines and material handling. Through the eight-ring synchronous operation package, multiple stepper motors can be started, stopped, accelerated, decelerated and other operations at the same time to ensure the synchronization and coordination of industrial processes.

The introduction of the AIP831-101 keyboard reflects Yokogawa’s continuous innovation in the field of industrial automation control and in-depth understanding of user needs, further consolidating its leadership in the global industrial automation market.