The TCF-142 media converters are equipped with a multiple interface circuit that can handle RS-232 or RS-422/485 serial interfaces and multi-mode or single-mode fiber. TCF-142 converters are used to extend serial transmission up to 5 km (TCF-142-M with multi-mode fiber) or up to 40 km (TCF-142-S with single-mode fiber). The TCF-142 converters can be configured to convert either RS-232 signals, or RS-422/485 signals, but not both at the same time.
Automatic Baudrate Detection
The TCF-142 can automatically detect the serial baudrate, which is an extremely convenient feature. Even if a device’s baudrate is changed, the signal will still be transmitted through the media converter without any data loss.
Ring Operation
The TCF-142 converters can be used to connect serial devices to a fiber ring. To form the ring, connect the Tx port of one TCF-142 to the Rx port of a neighboring converter. Once the ring is set up, simply use the DIP switches to configure the TCF-142 converters for ring mode. When one node transmits a signal, the signal travels around the ring until it returns back to the transmitting unit, which then blocks the signal. With the TCF-142, you can set up fiber rings that have a total circumference of up to 100 km.
Automatic Data Direction Control (ADDC®)
ADDC® is a patented hardware data flow solution developed by Moxa to handle RS-485 data direction control. ADDC® senses and controls RS-485 data direction automatically, making it unnecessary to use the hand shaking signal.
Features
- Ring and Point-to-Point transmission
- Extends RS-232/422/485 transmission up to:
- 40 km with single-mode—TCF-142-S
- 5 km with multi-mode—TCF-142-M
- Decreases signal interference
- Protects against electrical interference and chemical corrosion
- Supports baudrates up to 921.6 Kbps
- Wide temperature models available for -40...+75°C environments
- Standards and Certifications
- EMC: EN 55032/24
- EMI: CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A
- Environmental Testing: IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-3
- Safety: UL 60950-1
- Vibration: IEC 60068-2-6
- 5 Years Warranty
Ordering Options
Model Name | | Operating Temp. | | Fiber Module Type | |
TCF-142-M-ST | | 0...+60°C | | Multi-mode ST |
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TCF-142-M-SC | | 0...+60°C | | Multi-mode SC |
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TCF-142-S-ST | | 0...+60°C | | Single-mode ST |
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TCF-142-S-SC | | 0...+60°C | | Single-mode SC |
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TCF-142-M-ST-T | | -40...+75°C | | Multi-mode ST |
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TCF-142-M-SC-T | | -40...+75°C | | Multi-mode SC |
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TCF-142-S-ST-T | | -40...+75°C | | Single-mode ST |
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TCF-142-S-SC-T | | -40...+75°C | | Single-mode SC |
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Optional Accessories
Manuf. Part No | | Part Description | |
DK35A | | DIN-rail mounting kit, 35 mm 2 DIN-rail plates with 4 screws |
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PWR-12150-WPEU-S2 | | Power Adapter: non-locking barrel plug, 12 VDC, 1.25 A, 100-240 VAC, Continental Europe (EU) plug, 0...+40°C operating temperature |
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CBL-PJTB-10 | | Power Cord: non-locking barrel plug to bare-wire cable |
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