Using the Modbus Ports
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Cable for Modbus RS485 Networks, Continued
Other Premade
Cable Interconnect and Ethernet cable in various lengths and boot colors may be
obtained from other vendors, including Amp:
Custom Cable For custom cabling, use Cat. 5 4-Twisted Pair Ethe rnet Cable AWG#26. It may be
shielded or unshielded. Shielded cable is recommended for long runs and for noisy
environments. You may use stranded or unstranded cable. Keep in mind that
stranded cable is more flexible.
Custom Cable
Vendors Vendors include:
Crimping Tool Schneider Automation provides a crimping tool (490 NAB 000 10) a nd an R J4 5 die
set (170 XTS 023 00) to attach the 170 XTS 022 00 connector to the cable.
Description Amp Part Number
2 ft. 621 894-2
5 ft. 621 894-4
7 ft. 621 894-5
10 ft. 621 894-6
14 ft. 621 894-7
Vendor Part # for Shielded Cable Part # for Unshielded Cable
Belden 1633A 1583A non plenum
1585A plenum
Berk/Tek 530131 540022
Alcatel Cable Net -- Hipernet Cat. 5 - UTP
(LSZH-rated cable)