Product Overview

The TC630, bearing the order reference 3BSE002253R1, is a high-performance optical interface module engineered for the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) communication infrastructure. This device acts as a transparent physical layer bridge, converting coaxial electrical signals into fiber optic light pulses to facilitate long-distance data transmission. Designed for high-integrity Distributed Control Systems (DCS), the TC630 allows network designers to overcome the distance constraints and electromagnetic limitations of traditional copper cabling. By providing native galvanic isolation through fiber optics, the modem ensures that separate network segments remain protected from ground potential differences and industrial noise, maintaining a seamless and reliable flow of data across complex plant topologies.

Advanced Connectivity and Networking Parameters

• Model Identification | TC630

• Part Number | 3BSE002253R1

• Communication Standard | Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)

• Interface Topology | Bi-directional Coaxial to Fiber Optic Conversion

• Transmission Mode | Duplex point-to-point link (requires a pair for operation)

• Bus Calculation Impact | Equivalent to 150 meters of bus length per modem

• Galvanic Isolation | Inherent via optical media for building-to-building links

• Physical Mass | 0.7 kg

• Unit Dimensions | 4.4 x 15.0 x 17.6 cm

• Country of Origin | Sweden

Industrial Networking Scenarios

The TC630 is strategically utilized in large-scale industrial environments where network extension and electrical isolation are critical requirements:

• Inter-Building Communication: Establishing secure control links between separate facility structures to eliminate risks associated with differing ground potentials.

• High-EMI Industrial Zones: Deploying fiber optic paths through areas with heavy motor noise or high-voltage switchgear to ensure zero-interference data transmission.

• Extended Bus Topologies: Extending the physical reach of the AF100 network beyond the standard limits of coaxial cable in large refineries or paper mills.

• DCS Network Redundancy: Integrating with TC513 or TC514 series modems to create multi-segment, highly available communication backbones.

• Legacy System Maintenance: Providing an essential replacement path for Advant OCS and Symphony systems that rely on established AF100 fiber optic bridges for operational continuity.