{"product_id":"schneider-170mci00700-modicon-communication-module","title":"Schneider 170MCI00700 Modicon Communication Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSchneider Electric 170MCI00700 Modicon Momentum Communication Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric 170MCI00700\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e170MCI00700\u003c\/strong\u003e Modbus Plus Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for peer-to-peer data exchange within Modicon Momentum platform architectures. It manages token-passing network traffic across shielded twisted-pair cabling to interface distributed PLC bases with control networks.\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\u003e170MCI00700\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsult Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsult Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e141.5 x 125 x 47.5 mm\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 Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal base powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus Plus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Mbit\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeer-to-peer, token-passing bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 64 nodes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual DB9 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication and Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe communication interface connects directly with the Modicon Momentum backplane bus, transferring network frames between the Modbus Plus token ring and the controller logic at 1 Mbit\/s. System engineers rely on high firmware flash compatibility to ensure seamless network handshakes across legacy and upgraded base assemblies. Furthermore, deterministic backplane bus communication velocity guarantees rapid packet processing while internal bus-to-logic isolation shields system electronics from network voltage surges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 170MCI00700 be disconnected from the Modicon Momentum base while powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Hot-swapping or removing the module while the base remains energized is restricted, as active electrical transients on the backplane can damage internal logic components. Always isolate power prior to extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle token-passing diagnostic indication?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Integrated diagnostic LEDs display token rotation status, active communication, and network fault conditions in real time, allowing technicians to verify line activity directly at the panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the module directly onto the designated Modicon Momentum base, ensuring that mechanical locking clips latch completely. Connect shielded twisted-pair cables to the dual DB9 network connectors, maintaining appropriate termination resistors at both ends of the Modbus Plus trunk line. Route network cables away from high-voltage motor wires and switching drives to suppress electromagnetic noise and prevent token loss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43917293977699,"sku":"170MCI00700","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/236.1_d37571f5-4870-478e-a0c2-c8018791f5e3.jpg?v=1766719638","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/schneider-170mci00700-modicon-communication-module","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}