Product Overview
When your Interbus segment needs a dependable communication link, the 170INT11000C from Schneider Electric delivers. This Interbus communication adaptor belongs to the Modicon Momentum automation platform. It connects controllers and field devices at a transmission rate of 500 kbit/s over twisted pair cable. The unit uses a ring topology, supporting 0 to 254 devices per segment. With a maximum cable distance of 12,800 m between modules, it suits large-scale architectures where long runs are unavoidable.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Interbus Communication Adaptor |
| Product Line | Modicon Momentum |
| Transmission Rate | 500 kbit/s |
| Transmission Support Medium | Twisted Pair |
| Topology | Ring |
| Devices Per Segment | 0 to 254 |
| Max Cable Distance Between Modules | 12,800 m |
| Fail State | Fail Safe |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| ESD Resistance | 8 kV |
| Electromagnetic Field Resistance | 10 V/m |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m |
| Net Weight | 0.07 kg |
| Communication Port Protocol | Interbus generation SUPI 2 |
| Protective Treatment | Conformal coating Humiseal 1A33 TC |
Why the 500 kbit/s Rate Matters
The 500 kbit/s transmission rate keeps data moving between modules without bottlenecks. For engineers running Interbus generation SUPI 2, this rate supports responsive control across the ring. The twisted pair medium keeps cabling practical and cost-effective. Because the adaptor handles up to 254 devices per segment, you can expand a line without adding another segment immediately.
Built for Demanding Environments
The 170INT11000C carries a conformal coating (Humiseal 1A33 TC) that guards against moisture and contaminants. It resists electrostatic discharge up to 8 kV and electromagnetic fields of 10 V/m. These ratings matter on factory floors where drives and welders generate electrical noise. The IP20 protection class blocks solid particles, and the unit operates at altitudes up to 5000 m. A fail-safe state adds another layer of reliability when conditions turn adverse.
Where It Fits
This adaptor suits automotive assembly lines, water treatment plants, and oil and gas facilities that still run Interbus networks. In a bottling plant, for example, the ring topology lets you daisy-chain drives and I/O blocks across long conveyor runs. If one module drops, the fail-safe design helps protect the rest of the segment. For remote pumping stations, the 12,800 m cable distance means fewer repeaters and simpler wiring.
Integration and Selection Advice
Before ordering, confirm your existing network uses Interbus generation SUPI 2 and twisted pair cabling. Check that your segment device count stays within the 0 to 254 range. The 170INT11000C weighs just 0.07 kg, so it mounts without adding strain to the rack. If you are replacing a failed adaptor, match the part number exactly to avoid protocol mismatches.
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