Hardware reference guide

Modicon Quantum Overview

35013379 02 October 2007

InterBus

Interface Module

(NOA)

The Quantum InterBus is the interface module to the InterBus bus. The InterBus bus

is a fieldbus network designed for I/O blocks and intelligent devices used in

manufacturing. It offers a master/slave topology that permits deterministic I/O

servicing over it’s 13 km twisted pair network.

LonWorks

Modules (NOL)

Quantum NOL modules provide connectivity between a Quantum controller and a

LonWorks network, based on Echelon’s LonWorks technology. The NOL module is

offered in three models for different transceiver types, and supports three twisted-

pair media types with different network topologies or data transfer speeds.

Profibus

Interface Module

(CRP)

Quantum Profibus module is the interface module to Profibus-DP networks. The

interface modules use Type A, shielded twisted pair to join inline connectors, with or

without service ports and bus terminators.

AS-i Interface

Module

Quantum AS-i modules provide connectivity between a Quantum controller and AS-

i networks. AS-i bus cable is an unshielded flat two-wire link on which

communication and power are transmitted to connected devices. The media

insulation is self-healing to accommodate junction block removal.

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