{"product_id":"abb-dsca180a-57520001-gy-rcom-communication-processor","title":"ABB DSCA180A 57520001-GY RCOM Communication Processor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABB DSCA180A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance RCOM communication processor designed for ABB Advant Master and MasterPiece 200\/200\/1 distributed control systems (DCS). It provides reliable MasterBus 200 connectivity, ensuring stable and accurate data exchange between controllers and distributed I\/O modules. Built for industrial environments, this module combines compact dimensions with robust construction to maintain communication integrity under demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 120 × 100 × 30 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 0.6 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating Temperature: –20°C to +55°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity Range: 0–95% non-condensing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Supply: 24 V DC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent Consumption: ≤ 150 mA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunication Protocol: RCOM (MasterBus 200) compatible with ABB Advant Master systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompliance: Exempt from RoHS under EU Directive 2011\/65\/EU, Article 2 exemptions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides seamless MasterBus 200 communication between controllers and field I\/O modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh reliability ensures consistent synchronization and data integrity in process control systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact, lightweight, and rugged design for harsh industrial environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully compatible with ABB Advant Master and MasterPiece 200\/200\/1 controllers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported by ABB diagnostic, inspection, and replacement services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for plants requiring robust communication between distributed controllers and field devices, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical, petrochemical, and power plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater and wastewater treatment facilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturing lines with modular distributed control systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ \u0026amp; Comparative Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the DSCA180A be used with non-ABB devices?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Only if the external devices support RCOM\/MasterBus 200 protocols. Integration with third-party systems may require protocol converters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the DSCA180A differ from DSCA125A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: DSCA180A offers higher performance and broader compatibility with MasterPiece 200\/200\/1 controllers, whereas DSCA125A is a standard communication interface for smaller Advant Master setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are there known mislabeling issues?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Some distributors incorrectly list DSCA180A as a DC-link capacitor. ABB’s official documentation confirms it is a RCOM communication processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43016928428122,"sku":"DSCA180A","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/DSCA125A.jpg?v=1773025354","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/pt\/products\/abb-dsca180a-57520001-gy-rcom-communication-processor","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}