Description
Product Description
The ABB TC512V1 (3BSE018059R1) is an industrial communication module used in ABB Advant OCS and AF100 fieldbus installations. It serves as a twisted-pair modem/repeater for communication infrastructure, helping maintain signal quality and extend connections between compatible bus segments in distributed control systems.
Designed for legacy ABB automation environments, the TC512V1 is relevant to maintenance and replacement projects involving existing AF100 networks. Before installation, verify the bus topology, terminal assignments, power supply, and system compatibility against the equipment documentation. It should not be assumed to support generic RS-485 protocols simply because of its twisted-pair interface.
TC512V1 3BSE018059R1
Product Parameters and Datasheet
Brand: ABB
Model: TC512V1
Order Number: 3BSE018059R1
Series: Advant OCS / AF100
Product Name: AF100 Twisted-Pair Modem / Repeater
Product Type: Communication Module
Communication Interface: Twisted-pair bus interface
Network System: ABB Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)
Bus Data Rate: 1 Mbps, as reported for the AF100 application; verify the installed network specification
Power Requirements: Verify the rated supply and connection details on the module and applicable manual before installation
Mounting: Verify the required mounting arrangement and accessories for the installed system
Dimensions: Approximately 117 × 45 × 148.5 mm; confirm orientation and dimensions against the applicable datasheet
Weight: Approximately 0.73 kg; confirm for the supplied unit
Place of Manufacture: Verify from the unit label and shipment documentation
Country of Origin: Verify from the unit label
Product Status: Legacy product; check availability and condition before ordering
Discontinued: Confirm current lifecycle status with ABB or an authorized supplier
Recommended ABB Models
1. TC512V2 — Related twisted-pair repeater model; verify system and revision compatibility.
2. TC514V2 — AF100 twisted-pair to multimode fiber repeater for fiber-based links.
3. TC515V1 — Related AF100 communication repeater variant; verify the exact application.
4. TC515V2 — AF100 twisted-pair modem variant for compatible legacy networks.
5. TC513V1 (3BSE018405R1) — Converter modem for twisted-pair-to-coaxial connections.
6. TC516 (3BSE012632R1) — Twisted-pair modem for redundant AF100 applications.
7. TC562 (3BSC630049R1) — Short-distance modem for compatible ABB communication systems.
8. TC625 (3BSE002224R1) — AF100 coaxial modem.
9. TC630 (3BSE002253R1) — AF100 optical modem.
10. TC520 (3BSE001449R1) — System Status Collector for applicable ABB systems.
11. CI546 (3BSE000743R1) — VIP communication interface; verify the complete part number and application.
12. CI541V1 (3BSE014666R1) — PROFIBUS interface submodule for supported ABB systems.
13. AC410 — ABB Advant Controller platform for legacy automation applications.
14. AC450 — ABB Advant Controller platform used in distributed control systems.
15. S800 I/O — ABB distributed I/O family for supported control-system architectures.
Compatibility Note: These are related ABB communication, controller, or I/O products, not direct substitutes for the TC512V1. Confirm AF100 network requirements, hardware revision, topology, and system documentation before selecting a replacement.
