{"product_id":"tert-a-yokogawa-high-density-distributed-control-terminal-strip","title":"TERT*A Yokogawa High Density Distributed Control Terminal Strip","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yokogawa TERT*A serves as a heavy-duty, high-density connection interface that routes raw field I\/O signals directly into central I\/O modules. This 16-point terminal block module integrates seamlessly across the Yokogawa FIO, CENTUM VP, and STARDOM distributed control system (DCS) architectures. By providing a rugged physical termination layer, it ensures clean, uncompromised signal transmission from field sensors, switches, and transmitters to the system backplane. Process plants deploy this hardware to simplify marshalling cabinet layouts and preserve signal accuracy across complex automation loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 100% brand new, original Yokogawa field component arrives in pristine factory packaging and meets all verified electrical and environmental parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTERT*A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eField I\/O Terminal Block Module\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Link:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInterconnects raw field I\/O signals with DCS I\/O cards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYokogawa FIO, CENTUM VP, and STARDOM platforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Contact Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16 independent channels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Interface Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eM4 size rugged screw terminals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Resistance Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreater than or equal to 100 MOhms when tested at 500 V DC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithstanding Voltage Threshold:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e500 V AC dielectric barrier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Ambient Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0 to 50 degrees Celsius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Humidity Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 to 90 percent RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCSA Non-Incendive compliance certified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-durability, industrial-grade polymer plastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Shipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.0 Kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJapan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproved for Hazardous Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeploying standard terminal blocks into explosive atmospheres introduces severe safety risks. The TERT*A holds official CSA Non-Incendive compliance certification. This safety rating ensures the module limits electrical energy levels, preventing any arc or thermal spark from igniting volatile gases in Class I, Division 2 hazardous industrial areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates High-Voltage Signal Bleedthrough:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTransient voltage spikes and ground disturbances can bleed between adjacent signal lines, corrupting analog measurements and causing false control trips. The TERT*A provides a solid 500 V AC withstanding voltage barrier and an insulation resistance of 100 MOhms or greater. This rigid dielectric boundary completely insulates each of the 16 paths, maintaining high signal purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecures Large Industrial Field Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall, fragile spring clamps often fail to hold thick field wires, creating high-resistance points or loose connections under thermal expansion. This block utilizes heavy-duty M4 screw terminals. The broader thread design allows installers to apply high torque, tightly clamping ring or spade lugs directly onto the busbar to create a low-resistance, permanent connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimizes Space Inside Marshalling Enclosures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePacking 16 fully isolated contact points onto a single, compact block footprint drastically reduces the required square footage inside crowded marshalling cabinets. This streamlined layout gives engineers more space to organize wiring ducts, improves internal air circulation, and minimizes the overall size and cost of the control enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this TERT*A terminal block unit brand new and original?\u003c\/strong\u003eA: Yes. We supply this product exclusively as a 100% brand new, authentic, and original factory item from Yokogawa Japan. Every unit ships in its factory-sealed manufacturer box with matching serial numbers and quality inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the module package include the complete terminal unit housing, or is it just the connector strip?\u003c\/strong\u003eA: The TERT*A ships as a complete, integrated terminal block module module constructed from durable industrial plastic housing, containing all 16 M4 screw termination positions ready for immediate cabinet mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this terminal block withstand continuous condensing humidity environments?\u003c\/strong\u003eA: No. While the industrial-grade plastic shell and components operate safely across a broad relative humidity spectrum of 5 to 90 percent, you must mount the module within an appropriately sealed, weather-protected control enclosure to prevent liquid water condensation from shorting the raw M4 screw contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yokogawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43767620730979,"sku":"TERT*A","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/242_e147399e-6f44-4734-91ff-758a46bb51d0.jpg?v=1779345285","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/tert-a-yokogawa-high-density-distributed-control-terminal-strip","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}