1.2 Features

The standard ESC-100 implements each of its communication channels with a 16750 UART and uses standard line driver and receiver components. For improved performance and industrial-grade reliability, Quatech offers the following board upgrades:

1.2.1 "IND" Option --- Surge Suppression Upgrade

The "IND" upgrade provides the protection essential for reliable use in an industrial environment. Each communication line has a surge suppressor capable of sustaining up to 40A 20us peak transient surges, a clamping voltage of 30V and a peak energy dissipation of 0.1 Joules.

Part Number

IND Option

Connector

ESC-100D

no

D-78

ESC-100DIND

yes

D-78

 

 

 

ESC-100M

no

RJ-11

ESC-100MIND

yes

RJ-11

Figure 1 --- ESC-100 Product Series Summary

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Quatech ESC-100 user manual Features, IND Option --- Surge Suppression Upgrade