{"product_id":"140cra93200-schneider-electric-modicon-quantum-plc-communication-module","title":"140CRA93200 Schneider Electric Modicon Quantum PLC Communication Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e140CRA93200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a Remote I\/O (RIO) Drop Adapter for the Modicon Quantum platform by Schneider Electric. It functions as the communication interface between a remote I\/O rack and the central Field Control Station (FCS), enabling deterministic data exchange over a coaxial S908 RIO network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy decentralizing I\/O modules, the 140CRA93200 significantly reduces field wiring while maintaining reliable, high-speed communication. The module features dual female “F” connectors to support\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eredundant coaxial topologies\u003c\/strong\u003e. If one cable path fails, the adapter automatically switches to the secondary path, ensuring uninterrupted process control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully compatible with standard and specialty Quantum I\/O modules, this drop adapter is widely deployed in distributed automation architectures across utilities, oil \u0026amp; gas, and heavy industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\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\u003e140CRA93200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModicon Quantum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote I\/O (RIO) Drop Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Coaxial (Redundant S908 RIO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 × Female “F” connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.544 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax RIO Drops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 31 per network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAddress Setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotary switches (01–31)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLEDs: Ready, Run, Error, Comm A\/B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mA @ 5 V DC (via backplane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.31 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 140CRA93200 is commonly used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMunicipal wastewater and water treatment plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower generation facilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil \u0026amp; gas processing sites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge distributed manufacturing systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly valuable in geographically dispersed installations where remote I\/O racks are located across multiple buildings or process areas. In redundant architectures, it ensures continuous communication even if one coaxial cable segment is damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How is the module address configured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe address (01–31) is set using two decimal rotary switches on the module. The selected address must match the configuration in Unity Pro \/ EcoStruxure Control Expert or Concept software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Does it support Ethernet RIO (eRIO)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 140CRA93200 is designed for traditional coaxial S908 RIO networks. Ethernet-based remote I\/O requires different modules (e.g., CRA\/CRP Ethernet series).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can it be used in a Hot Standby system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 140CRA93200 is commonly used in Quantum Hot Standby architectures, ensuring remote I\/O remains accessible to the active (Primary) processor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48746747232508,"sku":"140CRA93200","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/140CRA93200_16058fbe-176a-4cf0-ae48-ae4961ea2800.jpg?v=1772610734","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/140cra93200-schneider-electric-modicon-quantum-plc-communication-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}