Eaton MTL 8937-HN Fiber Optic Extender Module

F300 Megablocks are DIN-rail mounted, device couplers for Foundation™ fieldbus

or Profibus PA networks. They allow connection of field devices to the segment

trunk cable and provide short-circuit protection to the segment.

Megablocks minimize hand wiring and allow individual devices to be added to

and removed from the segment without disrupting network communication.

Megablocks are available in four, eight, and twelve port versions. Multiple

Megablocks are easily wired together to allow larger segments to be constructed.

Each F300 Megablock includes an F97 Terminator for installation in the trunk

terminals, which is clearly marked with a large ‘T’ for easy identification by field

personnel.

Individual surge-protector modules (FS32) can also be fitted to any of the

Megablock fieldbus terminals to provide protection against induced surges and

transients that can potentially destroy or degrade certain components inside the

F300 Megablocks.

DESCRIPTION

Simple and reliable interconnection

Each Megablock has dedicated connections for the fieldbus “home run” or trunk

cable. Trunk connections are identified by their black connectors. Numbered

(grey) connectors are provided for each spur.

Wiring connections to the Megablock are made using pluggable connectors

(screw terminal type are standard, but other connection styles are available).

These allow wire terminations to be made to the individual connectors, which are

then plugged into the Megablock.  Devices can be connected and disconnected

easily during commissioning. On completion, the connector retaining screws are

tightened to secure each connector to the Megablock

MECHANICAL

Mounting orientation

Megablocks mount vertically or horizontally on 35mm DIN rail within a field junction

box  The use of DIN rail end stops are recommended to prevent sliding (especially for

vertical installations).

Eight, and twelve port Megablocks have areas on their body for labelling so that

segments can be easily identified according to plant standards.

The ATC-900 is communications ready, including Modbus RTU,

Ethernet (via external communication module), and USB for thumb

drives (memory sticks).