Comtrol RocketLinx MC5001 32001-2 Merkblatt

The RocketLinx MC5001 is a 1-port serial to fiber media 
converter designed to extend RS-232/422/485 serial 
communications across a fiber media link using two 
converters.  This product features simple DIP switch 
configuration, an extended operating temperature range from 
-20

o

 to 70

o

C, and a wide input voltage range.  Cabling to the 

product is attached via direct wire screw terminal blocks for 
serial and power, and ST connectors for fiber connections. The 
product is packaged in a rugged IP30 rated enclosure suitable 
for panel or DIN rail mounting. 

Single-mode and Multi-mode fiber models meet the needs for 
long distance transmission up to 40KM. RocketLinx MC5001 

will automatically detect the data baud rate of the connected 
full-duplex serial device, up to 921Kbps.  

The RocketLinx MC5001 supports two transmission 
configurations, Peer-to-Peer in half/full-duplex and Serial Fiber 
Ring (SFR) in half-duplex. In a Peer-to-Peer configuration, 
two fibers are required between the two converters, one for 
data in each direction (RX and TX). To expand the number of 
connected serial devices, and extend transmission distance, 
multiple MC5001 units can link to each other as a ring 
architechture in SFR (serial fiber ring) mode.

Product Description

• 3-in-1 RS-232/422/485 serial to fiber  
   media converter

• Easy DIP switch configuration 

• Models supporting Multi-mode 5KM, 
   Single-mode 40KM

• Peer-to-Peer or Serial Fiber Ring  
   transmission mode for serial fiber 
   ring communication

• Auto baud rate detection, selection 
   and direction

• Baud rate of up to 921Kpbs

• High level immunity with 15KV 
   ESD protection

• Two-way 120 ohm line terminator  
   embedded

• Dual modes for power input, AC 24V
   (12-32V)/ DC 24V(12-48V) with   
   polarity reverse protection

• -20 to 70

o 

C extended operating 

   temperature

• Rugged IP30 rated enclosure

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Part Numbers
Single-Mode: 32000-5

Multi-Mode: 32001-2

MC5001