Alstom MAE99-04 Product Description

Alstom MAE99-04, also known as Converteam MAE99-04, is an 8-channel serial interface isolation unit for industrial control systems. It provides galvanic isolation for serial communication links between field equipment and central controllers, eliminating ground loops, suppressing voltage surges and electromagnetic interference. This rugged communication protection module guarantees stable bidirectional serial data transmission and is widely stocked as spare replacement part for power and marine automation systems.

Product Features

• 8 fully independent isolated serial communication channels
• Supports RS232, RS422 and RS485 serial protocols with bi-directional transmission
• High galvanic isolation up to 2.5kV RMS to block ground loop noise and transient surges
• Max baud rate up to 115.2 kbps for fast field data exchange
• 24V DC power supply, stable continuous 24/7 operation
• Rack mount design for easy installation inside DCS and control cabinets
• Built-in hardware protection against EMC interference in heavy industrial sites
• Long service life with high MTBF for critical automation network

Application Scenarios

• Power plant turbine and generator control system serial communication
• Substation SCADA and DCS network signal isolation
• Marine vessel automation and shipboard control cabinet
• Railway interlocking and traction control communication systems
• Oil & gas, petrochemical industrial automation communication links
• Retrofit and spare replacement for legacy Alstom / Converteam control systems

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