Installation guide

RIO Network Hardware Components
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The following table shows the specifications for the MA-0185-100 Tap.
MA-0185-100 Tap Specifications
Impedance 75 Ω
Frequency Range 100 kHz ... 30 MHz
Tap Loss 14 dB (+0.5 dB)
Trunk Insertion Loss 0.8 dB maximum
Trunk Return Loss 26 dB maximum
Tap Return Loss -18 dB minimum
Temperature Range -40 ... +60° C
Humidity 95% at 85° C
Sealing RFI/EMI sealed
Interconnections F Connectors torque up to 90 in./lb
Note: Taps not supplied by Modicon are not supported by Modicon.
Note: The Modicon MA-0185-000 Tap can be used on an RIO network if it is at
Revision C. Do not use a lower revision of the MA-0185-000 tap.
Note: Do not ground a tap unless you are using it specifically as the single-point
ground for the entire RIO cable system.
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