Features:
- Provides reliable serial communication over long distances; used in Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) networks; supports distributed I/O and controller connectivity.
- Works with Advant Controller 410/450, AC400, Advant OCS with Master SW, and MOD 300 SW; essential spare part for existing installations.
- Follows EU Directive 2011/65/EU; exempt for Advant Master spare parts; contains no batteries; WEEE Category 5.
The TC516 3BSE012632R1 is a dedicated RS485 twisted pair modem for ABB's Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) network. AF100 is a high‑speed fieldbus used in Advant process control systems to connect controllers, I/O, and other devices. The RS485 physical layer uses differential signaling over a twisted pair cable, which provides excellent noise immunity compared to single‑ended RS232. This allows communication over distances up to 1200 meters at lower baud rates, making it suitable for large industrial plants where control cabinets are separated by hundreds of meters.
The TC516 3BSE012632R1 is specifically designed for ABB's legacy Advant product line. It is compatible with Advant Controller 410 (Version 1.5), Advant Controller 450 (Version 2.3), and Advant Controller 450RMC (2.x). It also works with AC400 series controllers and MOD 300 SW systems (AC410, AC460). These controllers are widely used in process industries including power generation, pulp and paper, chemical, and oil & gas. Many of these systems remain in operation decades after installation, and the TC516 3BSE012632R1 provides a direct replacement for failed modems without requiring a system upgrade.
The TC516 3BSE012632R1 is marked as following EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS) but with specific exemptions. This means that while the module is generally compliant, it may contain restricted substances such as lead (Pb) in solder joints or certain components. The exemptions under Article 2(4)(c), (e), (f), and (j) apply to spare parts for ABB Advant Master Process Control Systems that were placed on the market before RoHS restrictions took effect. For plant operators in the European Union, this is critically important: it allows the continued sale, installation, and use of this module as a spare part to keep legacy plants running.
The TC516 3BSE012632R1 ABB Pair Modem may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond
End-Of-Life (EOL)by the manufacturer (OEM).
ABB TC516 3BSE012632R1 Pair Modem Manuals,
Datasheets,Drivers,Link
Important Notice:Other accessories,manuals,cables,calibration data,software,etc.are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description.All prices are
shown in USD.
ABB TC516 3BSE012632R1 Pair Modem Specs
General
- Manufacturer ABB
- Model TC516 3BSE012632R1
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family
TC516-1,TC515,CI522
Important Notice:Other accessories,manuals,cables,calibration data,software,etc.are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description.All prices are
shown in USD.
- DCS/PLC Communication: Acts as a bridge in the Advant OCS system to connect controllers (like AC 400 series) with remote I/O or other stations.
- Power Generation: Frequently applied in turbine control systems (Gas, Steam, Hydro) and Combined Cycle power plants.
- Heavy Industry & Marine: Used in ship machinery and global industrial production lines due to its high immunity to electrical noise.
- Fieldbus Networks: Specifically supports communication over the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) protocol.
- Electrical Compatibility: Uses RS485 differential signaling, which is highly resistant to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), making it suitable for factory floors with high-voltage motors and drives.
- Power Requirements: Typically operates on a standard 24V DC (19.2–30 V) power supply common in Advant system racks.
- Compliance: Meets EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC for industrial safety.
- Real-time Data Transmission: Ensures that status information, measurements, and fault reset commands are transmitted transparently between the controller and remote devices.
- Redundancy Support: Can be configured in redundant communication links to ensure "bumpless" switchover (less than 25ms) in case of a cable or module failure.
- Integration: Managed via Control Builder A or AMPL programming, allowing engineers to monitor the health of the communication link and the status of connected assets remotely.