ABB TA5141-RS232I Isolated RS-232 Option Board
An isolated RS-232 option board with hardware handshake, removable spring terminals and TxD/RxD status indication for AC500-eCo V3 processors.
Overview
TA5141-RS232I adds one isolated RS-232 point-to-point interface to a compatible ABB AC500-eCo V3 processor. The board is intended for a COMx option slot and provides the signal set required for transmit, receive and hardware handshaking.
The removable five-pin connection separates RTS, TxD, common, RxD and CTS. Two front indicators show transmit and receive activity, helping commissioning personnel distinguish interface activity from application-level communication behavior.
Specs
| Manufacturer | ABB |
|---|---|
| Model | TA5141-RS232I |
| Order Code | 1SAP187300R0001 |
| Product Family | AC500-eCo V3 |
| Interface | One isolated RS-232 serial interface |
| Communication Mode | Point-to-point with RTS/CTS handshake |
| Transmission Rate | 9.6 kbit/s to 115.2 kbit/s |
| Terminal Arrangement | Removable 5-pin spring/cable-front terminal, 3.50 mm pitch |
| Pin Assignment | 1 RTS; 2 TxD; 3 GND; 4 RxD; 5 CTS |
| Status Indication | TxD and RxD communication LEDs |
| Lifecycle Phase | Active |
| Post-2023 System Firmware | 3.5.0_HF-7 or later |
| Post-2023 Boot Firmware | 3.5.1 or later |
| Post-2023 Engineering Tool | Automation Builder 2.5.2 HF8 or later |
Features
- Electrical isolation supports a defined serial-interface boundary between the processor option board and the connected RS-232 device.
- RTS and CTS signals allow hardware-handshake operation in addition to the transmit, receive and common conductors.
- The removable spring terminal simplifies field wiring and permits the terminal block to be separated from the board during service.
- Dedicated TxD and RxD LEDs provide immediate communication-activity feedback at the controller.
- The standard version and the TA5141-RS232IW wide-temperature version are distinct orderable products.
Applications
- Point-to-point serial communication between an AC500-eCo V3 controller and equipment using an RS-232 interface.
- Machine upgrades that require an additional COMx channel without changing the processor platform.
- Commissioning arrangements where transmit and receive activity must be visible at the option board.
- Connections that use RTS/CTS hardware handshaking for controlled data exchange.
- Service replacement of the same option-board type after firmware and engineering-tool compatibility are checked.
Lifecycle
- The standard order code 1SAP187300R0001 is listed in the Active lifecycle phase.
- Boards manufactured from 2023 require the documented minimum Automation Builder, system-firmware and boot-firmware levels; lower versions can produce a configuration error and prevent the CPU from starting.
- The included five-pin serial terminal must not be confused with the visually similar TA5101-4DI input terminal, because applying 24 V to the serial interface can damage it.
- Before replacement, retain the CPU type, option-slot assignment, serial parameters, handshake use, terminal wiring and installed firmware versions.
FAQ
Which serial standard does TA5141-RS232I provide?
It provides one electrically isolated RS-232 point-to-point interface for a COMx option slot.
Does the board support hardware handshaking?
Yes. Its five-pin interface includes RTS and CTS together with TxD, RxD and GND.
What baud-rate range is documented?
The supported transmission-rate range is 9.6 kbit/s through 115.2 kbit/s.
What do the two communication LEDs indicate?
The LEDs indicate transmit-data and receive-data activity on the serial interface.
Why must the terminal block be identified carefully?
A five-pin terminal from the TA5101-4DI can place 24 V on the serial connector and damage the communication interface.
What must be checked for boards produced from 2023?
Verify the required Automation Builder, system-firmware and boot-firmware levels before installing the board.
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