{"product_id":"140cra93100-schneider-rio-drop-adapter-module-new-original-stock","title":"140CRA93100 Schneider RIO Drop Adapter Module | New \u0026 Original Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSchneider Electric 140CRA93100 Modicon Quantum RIO Drop Adapter Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric 140CRA93100\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e140CRA93100\u003c\/strong\u003e RIO Drop Adaptor Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for remote input\/output signal routing within Modicon Quantum automation system networks. This single-slot module functions as the primary communication node inside a remote chassis, linking the localized I\/O backplane bus directly to a central processing unit over a coaxial distribution grid. By decoding high-speed network transmission frames into parallel backplane commands, this hardware component enables synchronous scanning of remote field instruments without degrading the execution timing of the main control application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003e140CRA93100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric (Modicon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.36 kg (0.79 lbs) net \/ 0.91 kg (2.00 lbs) shipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard single-slot Modicon Quantum module housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 W continuous for 1 channel configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Current Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 mA maximum from the local backplane channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote I\/O (RIO) single-cable drop network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x female BNC connector terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 Ohm characteristic impedance coaxial cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Data Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.544 Mbit\/s continuous serial rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Range Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 dB signal attenuation capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 V DC isolation boundary between coaxial center pin and chassis ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Station Expansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports up to 27 local I\/O expansion modules per remote rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 95 percent relative humidity non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Format Layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Modicon Quantum rack form factor footprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL, CSA, FM Class 1 Division 2, IEC 61131-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity and RIO Signal Layer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis remote drop adapter maintains deterministic update rates across extended physical distances by running a dedicated 1.544 Mbit\/s serial transceiver engine. The module internal logic interfaces with standard 75 Ohm coaxial cabling networks to execute token-passing commands directed by the primary master rack. High-density I\/O density scaling is preserved through localized parallel bus drivers that refresh the data status of up to 27 connected input, output, or specialized function cards simultaneously. A 35 dB dynamic range receiver front-end filters high-frequency attenuation and industrial EMI patterns, preventing electrical wave distortion from altering the scratchpad memory table structure shared across the backplane bus communication velocity channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the single BNC female connector interface configuration handle cable layout topology if the remote rack requires a redundant network drop line?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 140CRA93100 features a single channel communication layout designed strictly for non-redundant, single-cable RIO topologies. If the system specification requires dual-cable redundancy to secure communication paths against physical line cuts, the network design must deploy the 140CRA93200 dual-cable hardware variant instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the electrical consequences of substituting a standard 50 Ohm coaxial cable for the required 75 Ohm specification?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Deploying 50 Ohm cabling creates an immediate impedance mismatch at the female BNC interface port. This mismatch causes high-frequency signal reflections along the 1.544 Mbit\/s transmission line, which degrades the 35 dB dynamic range window and leads to intermittent CRC errors or complete loss of remote drop synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Given that the Quantum line is discontinued, what is the official migration path to update this remote adapter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Schneider Electric recommends migrating legacy RIO coaxial drop systems to Ethernet-based Modicon X80 I\/O architectures. The functional modernization is accomplished by deploying an M580 ePAC system coupled with an Ethernet Drop Adapter (such as the BMxCRA series modules) to run deterministic communications over standard copper or fiber networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Alignment Constraints:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isolate all primary input power from the sub-panel before inserting the drop adapter into the leftmost slot of the remote Quantum rack to avoid damaging parallel contact traces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial Connector Engagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect the male BNC cable plug onto the female connector, pushing and twisting the collar clockwise until the mechanical bayonet pins pin lock completely into position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrunk Line Shield Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground the 75 Ohm coaxial cable outer shield braid at the primary splitter or tap block box using low-impedance copper saddle clamps connected to the panel ground rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Ventilation Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a minimum clear boundary of 80 mm above and below the horizontal chassis extrusion profile to enable natural air convection, ensuring operating boundaries stay below 60 deg C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43449741312090,"sku":"140CRA93100","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/195._a4c27757-b8c9-4c71-a5df-2af9882bec55.jpg?v=1780543798","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/140cra93100-schneider-rio-drop-adapter-module-new-original-stock","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}