Product Overview
The VW3CANTAP2 is a rugged CANopen tap junction box engineered for high-performance industrial automation networks. This genuine module provides reliable multidrop branching for CANopen bus lines. It features two external RJ45 connectors to streamline your daisy-chain or star network topologies. Engineers choose this hardware to eliminate signal drops and simplify field wiring. The passive internal layout prevents signal reflection across long communication runs. It acts as a robust bus node interface for distributed industrial control systems.
Technical Data
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
| Model | VW3CANTAP2 |
| Accessory Category | Connection Accessory (Tap Junction Box) |
| Bus Protocol | CANopen Bus |
| Electrical Interfaces | 2 x RJ45 Connectors |
| Network Resistance | 120 Ohm built-in impedance matching |
| Environmental Protection | IP20 Rating |
| Net Hardware Weight | 0.48 kg |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60 degrees Celsius |
| Signal Resolution | 1 bit physical layer transmission |
| Linearity & Accuracy | High-fidelity differential signal pass-through |
Network Compatibility
This communication tap integrates directly into diverse industrial architectures. It fully supports the following automation platforms:
- Altivar Machine ATV320 and ATV340 series motor drives (except Sercos models)
- Altivar Process ATV600 and ATV900 variable speed drives
- Legacy Altivar 31, Altivar 31C, Altivar 312, and Altivar 32 systems
- Modicon M238, Modicon M258, and Modicon LMC058 logic controllers
- Lexium SD3 stepper drives and Harmony XBT GC, GT/GK touch panels
System Installation & Diagnostics
Mount the VW3CANTAP2 block directly onto standard DIN rails inside your electrical enclosure. Insert the shielded twisted-pair cables into the RJ45 sockets until they click securely. Keep communication cables away from high-voltage motor lines to prevent electromagnetic interference. The passive layout enables immediate network diagnostic scoping at the junction point. Technicians can measure differential voltage directly across the ports during live operation. This helps pinpoint wiring breaks or termination faults quickly without downing the whole system.
Shipping, Packaging & Warranty
- Package Content: 1 factory-sealed VW3CANTAP2 tap junction box per box.
- Package Dimensions: Height 7.000 cm, Width 16.600 cm, Length 22.700 cm.
- Total Gross Weight: 234 grams.
- Warranty Protection: Includes a 12-month comprehensive factory warranty against defects.
- Express Delivery Carriers: Shipped globally via FedEx, UPS, and DHL express services.
Industrial Applications
- Multi-axis conveyor synchronization networks
- Automated packaging machine control lines
- Water treatment pumping station distributed IO systems
- Pulp and paper factory motor control centers
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this module need external electrical power?
No, the VW3CANTAP2 is a passive connection block that requires no external power supply.
Can I use standard ethernet patch cables with this unit?
You must use shielded twisted-pair cables rated specifically for CANopen bus impedance levels.
What happens if I exceed the maximum node limits?
Signal attenuation will occur, causing cyclic communication faults and packet loss.
Technical Documentation
Please read the engineering manual carefully before deploying this hardware in production environments.
- Download the official wiring guide to verify your network grounding design.
- Review the topology manual to plan your total drop line lengths.
- Get the latest hardware data sheet for your spatial planning needs.
For price quotes or bulk technical questions, email our engineering desk at info@oiltechcontrols.com. You can also message our technical sales team instantly via WhatsApp Support or call +86 158 8020 0923.
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