{"product_id":"schneider-electric-tsxsca50-modbus-passive-tap-junction-box","title":"Schneider Electric TSXSCA50 Modbus Passive Tap Junction Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for RS485 serial link line extension and single channel tap-off applications, the \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric TSXSCA50\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eTSXSCA50\u003c\/strong\u003e Passive Tap Junction Box) provides direct physical connection between Modbus devices through a screw terminal interface with integrated RC line termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\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\u003eTSXSCA50\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus Passive Tap Junction Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS485 serial link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine extension and single channel tap-off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTap junction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.52 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive device, no external power supply required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModbus RS485 Physical Layer Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TSXSCA50 is a passive junction accessory designed for Modbus RS485 serial link wiring. The unit provides a tap connection point through screw terminals and supports line extension and single channel tap-off configurations. The device incorporates an RC line terminator for serial communication network termination requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passive design eliminates the need for auxiliary power and maintains the electrical continuity of the RS485 communication path. Installation requires correct polarity maintenance and appropriate cable routing to preserve signal integrity on the serial bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the TSXSCA50 require an external power supply?\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The TSXSCA50 is a passive tap junction box and operates without an external power connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What communication protocol is supported by the TSXSCA50?\u003cbr\u003eA: The TSXSCA50 is designed for Modbus communication over an RS485 serial link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What type of field connection is used on the TSXSCA50?\u003cbr\u003eA: The unit uses screw terminal electrical connections for RS485 serial wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the TSXSCA50 in accordance with RS485 network wiring practices. Maintain correct signal polarity between connected devices and avoid routing communication cables parallel to high-voltage power conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse suitable shielded twisted-pair cable for the serial network where required by the system design. Connect cable shields according to the grounding method specified for the installation environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure all screw terminals with appropriate torque and verify terminal identification before energizing the communication network. Confirm network termination placement according to the Modbus RS485 topology requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67733197914354,"sku":"TSXSCA50","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/5589\/5794\/files\/TSXSCA502.jpg?v=1791967002","url":"https:\/\/www.petrospare.com\/products\/schneider-electric-tsxsca50-modbus-passive-tap-junction-box","provider":"Petro Spare Industrial Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}