Issue
What is the recommended type of Ethernet cables to be used by M580 and Quantum ERIO?
Product Line
Modicon M580, Quantum, x80 Modules
Environment
BMEP586040, BMECRA31210
Resolution
Schneider Electric has guidelines when making cables connections between remote I/O devices on a Quantum and M580 EIO installation. It is recommended to use shielded twisted pair CAT5e (10/100 Mbps) cables that complies with TIA/EIA-568 standard and IEC11801 / EN 50173 class D to protect against the most severe disturbance.
What is the recommended type of Ethernet cables to be used by M580 and Quantum ERIO?
Product Line
Modicon M580, Quantum, x80 Modules
Environment
BMEP586040, BMECRA31210
Resolution
Schneider Electric has guidelines when making cables connections between remote I/O devices on a Quantum and M580 EIO installation. It is recommended to use shielded twisted pair CAT5e (10/100 Mbps) cables that complies with TIA/EIA-568 standard and IEC11801 / EN 50173 class D to protect against the most severe disturbance.
You can find this information on the documents below:
- Page 45 of the Quantum EIO Remote I/O Modules Installation and Configuration Guide
- Page 49 of the Modicon M580 RIO Modules Installation and Configuration Guide
- Page 59 of the Modicon M580 Hardware Reference Manual
- Page 317 of the Grounding and Electromagnetic Compatibility of PLC Systems Basic Principles and Measures User Manual
- ConneXium Ethernet coper cable: TCSECN300R2
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