User guide

Using the Modbus Ports

870 USE 101 00 V.2.2

Cable for Modbus RS485 Networks,

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Other Premade

Cable

Interconnect cable in various lengths may be obtained from other vendors,

including Amp:

Custom Cable

For custom cabling, use Cat. 5 4-Twisted Pair Ethernet Cable AWG#24. 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) and an RJ45 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)