OVERVIEW

Official designation: Allen-Bradley 2080-SERIALISOL (Micro800 Series, Isolated Serial Port Plug-in Module)

Role/Application: Provides an isolated RS232/RS485 serial communication port to Micro800 controllers for robust Modbus RTU and ASCII protocol connectivity in industrial environments.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: 5V DC (supplied by controller)

Interfaces / Ports: One isolated RS232/RS485 combo port

Indicators: Diagnostic LEDs for status and communication activity

Operating Temp: Minus 20 to 65 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: Micro800 family controllers (Micro820, Micro830, Micro850, Micro870)

Limit: 500V AC isolation, 19.2 kbps max baud rate, T4 North American temp code

Lifecycle: Active

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What is the maximum isolated voltage rating provided by the 2080-SERIALISOL module?

A: The module provides 500V AC electrical isolation between the controller and the serial port.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: What is the recommended terminal screw torque for the plug-in connector on this module?

A: The terminal screw torque should be set to 0.22 to 0.25 Nm (1.95 to 2.21 in-lb).

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: Which communication protocols are supported by the isolated serial port on this module?

A: Supported protocols include Modbus RTU master or slave and ASCII protocol.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: What wire sizes are acceptable for connection to the module's serial port terminal block?

A: Acceptable wire sizes range from 26 to 16 AWG solid or 26 to 18 AWG stranded copper wire.