{"product_id":"schneider-modicon-compact-asprtu252-communication-modules","title":"Schneider Electric ASPRTU252 Modicon Compact Communication Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Schneider Electric ASPRTU252 is a dedicated communication module designed for the Modicon Compact series, functioning as a high-performance Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) interface. This module is engineered to handle complex telemetry routing and deterministic protocol processing, ensuring reliable data exchange in demanding industrial environments such as remote power substations, pipeline monitoring, and mining infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffloads communication tasks from the host processor to maintain scan-time efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports standard Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures dual selectable RS-232\/RS-485 serial interfaces for flexible field connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides 1500 VAC galvanic isolation to protect internal logic from field-side electrical surges and ground loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with front-panel LED indicators for immediate status monitoring of transmit\/receive activity and fault conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis module is ideal for distributed control systems requiring robust serial communication. It is commonly deployed in remote telemetry applications where data must be transmitted reliably over long distances while maintaining immunity to electromagnetic interference and ground potential differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASPRTU252\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\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% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e550 mA at 5 VDC (backplane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 VAC continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 19.2 Kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Compact rail slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the system power is disconnected before installing or removing the module from the chassis backplane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the module using ESD-safe precautions to prevent damage to sensitive internal components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the module is fully seated in the rack to ensure proper connection to the parallel backplane bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded twisted-pair cabling for RS-485 connections to minimize noise pickup in high-EMI environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain adequate clearance around the module to allow for proper thermal ventilation during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat protocols does the ASPRTU252 support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe module supports Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII protocols for serial communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the module powered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ASPRTU252 draws 550 mA of power directly from the 5 VDC rail of the Modicon Compact chassis backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module provide electrical isolation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it features 1500 VAC galvanic isolation between the external serial data loops and the internal chassis logic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44054154969178,"sku":"ASPRTU252","price":172.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/wm_1_c03cecb5-cafa-4068-b5ca-3d4e030a0e6e.jpg?v=1789204252","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/schneider-modicon-compact-asprtu252-communication-modules","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}