{"product_id":"schneider-electric-490nrp25300-modicon-quantum-fiber-optic-repeater","title":"Schneider Electric 490NRP25300 Modicon Quantum Fiber Optic Repeater","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric 490NRP25300\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e490NRP25300\u003c\/strong\u003e Point-to-Point Fiber Optic Repeater, operates as a dedicated hardware component for optical signal amplification and network segment isolation within Modicon Premium\/Quantum automation platform networks. It extends Modbus Plus communication distances over noise-immune glass optical fiber media, mitigating ground potential differences across distributed control topographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e490NRP25300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.875 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0 cm x 27.2 cm x 13.0 cm \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC via backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoint-to-point fibre optic repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModicon Premium \/ Modicon Quantum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber optic cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Topology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoint-to-point \/ Bus extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication \u0026amp; Deterministic Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 490NRP25300 interfaces directly with the Modicon backplane bus communication velocity architecture, maintaining deterministic packet transmission rates without introducing jitter into the Modbus Plus token-passing cycle. Optical transceiver logic inside the module converts electrical differential signals into optical pulses and vice versa with minimal protocol conversion latency. The module enforces galvanic isolation between distinct electrical network segments, preventing ground loops and protecting local backplane electronics against high-voltage industrial surges. Firmware flash compatibility ensures seamless backplane negotiation across various Modicon CPU hardware revisions and chassis backplane density scaling configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 490NRP25300 fiber optic repeater support hot-swapping during active network operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Removing or inserting the 490NRP25300 while the Modicon backplane is powered disrupts the local backplane bus sequence and temporarily interrupts the optical network segment. Always disconnect backplane power before hardware replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the repeater handle signal attenuation across long fiber optic runs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module incorporates active optical driver circuitry that reshapes and re-amplifies incoming light pulses before re-transmitting them. This eliminates pulse distortion and signal degradation introduced by long cable distances or optical splice losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of optical isolation provided by this repeater?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The fiber optic media breaks electrical conductivity between nodes, providing total galvanic isolation. This eliminates ground potential currents between remote control cabinets and protects the network from high electromagnetic interference (EMI).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower down the rack power supply and verify that no voltage is present on the backplane prior to installing the module into the designated Modicon Quantum chassis slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the module housing with the backplane slot guides and insert it firmly until the top and bottom retaining clips engage securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean all fiber optic cable connectors with lint-free optical cleaning wipes before insertion into the module optical ports to prevent signal loss from dust contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain minimum cable bend radius limits during routing; sharp bends in the optical cable cause excessive attenuation and potential core fracture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect functional earth ground to the chassis frame following standard industrial noise suppression procedures, ensuring a low-impedance path for shield terminations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50018318876914,"sku":"490NRP25300","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/5589\/5794\/files\/490NRP253002.jpg?v=1788424236","url":"https:\/\/www.petrospare.com\/products\/schneider-electric-490nrp25300-modicon-quantum-fiber-optic-repeater","provider":"Petro Spare Industrial Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}