Product Core Brief
- Model: YOKOGAWA AIP830-111
- Brand: YOKOGAWA
- Series: CENTUM VP Human Interface Station
- Core Function: Industrial operation keyboard for single-loop operation and process monitoring on CENTUM VP operator stations.
- Product Type: DCS Operator Keyboard / HIS Peripheral
- Key Specs: Alphanumeric keys | special operation keys | window call keys | 64 user-definable function keys | CENTUM VP compatible
- Condition: New Original (New Surplus) / Factory Sealed
Product Introduction
A worn or failed operator keyboard can slow down alarm response, loop tuning, and manual intervention on a CENTUM VP station. The YOKOGAWA AIP830-111 is an industrial operation keyboard designed for single-loop operation within the CENTUM VP integrated production control system.
It features alphanumeric keys, special operation keys, function-grouped window call keys, and 64 user-definable function keys for fast access to process control and plant monitoring functions. This makes it suitable for replacement or spare stocking on CENTUM VP operator stations where a dedicated hardware keyboard is required alongside the HMI display.
As with other AIP830-series keyboards, the exact suffix and interface should be verified against the existing unit, because AIP830-001, AIP830-101, AIP830-111, and AIP831 variants may differ in key layout, function, or supported operation packages.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | AWA |
| Product Type | Industrial Operation Keyboard |
| Compatible System | CENTUM VP DCS |
| Primary Function | Single-loop operation, process control, plant monitoring |
| Key Layout | Alphanumeric keys + special operation keys |
| Function Keys | 64 user-definable function keys |
| Window Keys | Function-grouped special window call keys |
| Typical Application | CENTUM VP operator station, HIS keyboard replacement |
| Interface / Mounting | To be confirmed against label and existing unit |
Key Selling Points & Differentiators
- Dedicated CENTUM VP industrial keyboard for single-loop operation.
- 64 user-definable function keys support faster operator actions.
- Suitable for control room replacement, upgrade, or spare stocking.
- Factory-sealed surplus inventory with visual QA and 12-month warranty.
- Not a DCS I/O module; it is an operator station keyboard peripheral.
Quality Transparency SOP
- Visual inspection: Verify label “AIP830-111,” key condition, cable/connector, and housing.
- Seal verification: Confirm original packaging and factory labeling when supplied sealed.
- Label cross-check: Match model, suffix, and revision with the existing keyboard.
- Interface check: Confirm USB, PS/2, or proprietary interface compatibility with the HIS.
- Functional check: Test alphanumeric keys, function keys, and special operation keys before deployment.
- System check: Verify recognition on the CENTUM VP operator station after connection.
Technical Risk Avoidance
❗ Confirm the suffix. AIP830-111 is not automatically interchangeable with AIP830-001, AIP830-101, or AIP831-series keyboards.
❗ This is an operator keyboard, not a field I/O card. It should not be substituted for ADV, AAI, AAT, AAR, or other process I/O modules.
❗ Verify the interface type. Some CENTUM VP keyboards may use specific connectors or require compatible HIS configurations.
❗ For AIP831 and related packages, certain functions may require additional software licenses; confirm whether AIP830-111 has similar dependencies in your system.
❗ Third-party listings sometimes describe AIP830-111 generically as a “DCS module” or “controller module.” Treat those descriptions as unverified unless confirmed by the label.
Buyer’s FAQ
Is the YOKOGAWA AIP830-111 a genuine OEM part?
Yes. It is supplied as an original Yokogawa AIP830-series industrial keyboard when available, typically as new surplus or factory sealed.
Whatthe do?
It is an industrial operation keyboard for CENTUM VP, used for single-loop operation, process control, and plant monitoring.
Can it replace any Yokogawa keyboard?
Only if the model, suffix, interface, and key layout match the existing unit. AIP830 and AIP831 variants are not always interchangeable.
Is this a DCS I/O card?
No. It is an operator station keyboard, not a process I/O module.
What warranty do you offer?
A 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects and DOA issues. Damage from incorrect interface connection, liquid ingress, key wear, or incompatible HIS configuration is not covered.
