VT485m Modbus RTU extension
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Description
The VT485M / Modbus expansion board transmits measured data from Modbus devices to the Vutlan monitoring device.
This plug-and-play board is inserted into the corresponding slot of Vutlan monitoring devices.
The maximum number of Modbus devices is 31.
Models
VT485m:
Used for monitoring systems VT335t, VT825t, VT855t. Power connector is tilted 90 degrees.
VT485d:
Used for monitoring systems VT336t. Power connector is looking straight.
Use cases
The VT485m Modbus RTU monitoring extension has various use cases across multiple industries and applications:
- Industrial Automation: The extension can be used to monitor various industrial devices and meters, such as temperature sensors, flow meters, or energy meters. It allows for precise real-time monitoring and control of processes.
- Building Management Systems (BMS): In a BMS setup, the extension helps monitor HVAC systems, lighting, and energy consumption using Modbus-compatible devices, ensuring efficient energy management and operation.
- Data Centers: This extension can track critical environmental data such as temperature, humidity, or power usage across multiple Modbus-enabled devices within a data center, ensuring optimized conditions and early alerting in case of abnormalities.
- Energy Management: For monitoring solar inverters, battery management systems, or other power meters, this extension facilitates efficient data acquisition and allows operators to maintain optimal energy flow and usage levels.
- Remote Monitoring of Critical Infrastructure: The extension is useful in applications where remote sensors are deployed, such as in oil and gas pipelines, utility substations, or other infrastructure that requires remote monitoring and control.
Specifications
Device type:
Extension PCB slot
Used for:
For connecting industrial Modbus RTU devices, sensors, systems, & meters.
Control:
In Vutlan web interface
Interface:
Modbus RTU, RS485
Max. distance:
Sensors up to 1000 meters away from the module.
Inputs/Outputs:
Terminal 3P (B-, A+, GND), pitch 3.5 mm
Terminator:
Located on PCB, by default turned ON.
Operating temperature:
-10° C to +80° C
Operating humidity:
0 to 95 % (non-condensing)
HS code:
8517 69 90
GTIN:
8588009886334
Controllers with Modbus RTU extension slot:
The following systems have an expansion slot for the VT485m Modbus RTU board.
The following systems have an extension slot for integrating the VT485d Modbus RTU extension slot.
