Ethernet Adaptor for Mine Applications
Trolex claims its new TX2123 Ethernet
adaptor makes possible the connection of
almost any group I M1 RS485 MODBUS
slave device onto a mine’s Ethernet backbone.
According to the company, unlike
many general-purpose Ethernet adaptors,
the TX2123 is ATEX group I M1 certified,
meaning the equipment works effectively
in mining applications and continues to
operate even when located in a potentially
explosive atmosphere. The TX2123
converts data communications between
MODBUS TCP over Ethernet and MODBUS
RTU over RS485. The TX2123 connects
to the Ethernet via industrial standard
ST optical fiber connectors and to
the RS485 via copper.
www.trolex.com
As featured in Womp 2010 Vol 08 - www.womp-int.com
