Synchlink overview, About the synchlink 4-port splitter block – Rockwell Automation 1751 SynchLink 4-Port Splitter Block Installation Instructions User Manual

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SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 3

Publication 1751-IN002A-EN-P - March 2001

SynchLink Overview

We designed the SynchLink system to provide the synchronization and coordination
of drive and motion control applications that are based on ControlLogix

and

PowerFlex 700s

stations.

About the SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block

The 4-port splitter block converts electrical signals coming from the base block to
optical signals and retransmits them simultaneously through four output ports. The
splitter block is DIN rail-mounted and is housed in a two-piece plastic enclosure.
Figure 1 identifies the components of the splitter block.

Figure 1 - Components of the splitter block

Indicators

Channel 1 fiber port

Channel 2 fiber port

Module locking tab

Channel 4 fiber port

Channel 3 fiber port

Right-side and Left side (not shown)
backplane connectors

31201-M

Protective caps

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