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EMERSON 1C31122G01

EMERSON 1C31122G01 | Ovation Serial Communication Module for reliable third‑party device integration EMERSON

Original price was: $1,200.00.Current price is: $766.00.

The EMERSON 1C31122G01 is a plug‑in communication module for the Ovation DCS, typically used to bring serial devices—meters, drives, protection relays, analyzers—into your control network with stable, plant‑grade performance. From my experience, it’s a straightforward way to add RS‑232/RS‑485 connectivity without reengineering the control strategy.

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Product Name:1C31122G01
Warranty: 1 year
Origin:USA
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Goods condition: Brand new
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EMERSON 1C31122G01 – Ovation Serial Communication Module for reliable third‑party device integration

The EMERSON 1C31122G01 is a plug‑in communication module for the Ovation DCS, typically used to bring serial devices—meters, drives, protection relays, analyzers—into your control network with stable, plant‑grade performance. From my experience, it’s a straightforward way to add RS‑232/RS‑485 connectivity without reengineering the control strategy.

You might notice that projects use it where Modbus RTU/ASCII or vendor‑specific serial links are still the most practical choice. It keeps legacy assets connected while maintaining Ovation’s redundancy and diagnostics philosophy.

Key Features

  • RS‑232/RS‑485 serial connectivity — typically used for Modbus RTU/ASCII and common plant serial links, giving you simple integration without gateways.
  • Ovation backplane powered — slides into the standard Ovation I/O chassis; no external power supply clutter.
  • Diagnostic visibility — status LEDs and Ovation workstation diagnostics help maintenance teams spot line faults or configuration issues quickly.
  • Industrial noise immunity — balanced RS‑485 wiring and proper shielding practices reduce nuisance communication drops in electrically noisy cabinets.
  • Flexible configuration — baud rate, parity, and addressing can be set to match field devices; in many cases done via controller configuration tools.
  • Designed for critical infrastructure — commonly deployed in power generation, water/wastewater, and process plants where uptime matters.

Technical Specifications

Brand / Model EMERSON 1C31122G01 (Ovation Series)
Function Serial communication interface module for Ovation DCS
Communication Interfaces RS‑232 and/or RS‑485 serial ports (configurable; port count depends on build)
Signal I/O Types Serial data channels supporting typical plant protocols (e.g., Modbus RTU/ASCII)
Power Requirements Supplied by Ovation backplane (nominal 5 VDC class; consumption typically low)
Operating Temperature Typically 0 to 60°C (control room cabinet; non‑condensing humidity)
Installation Method Plug‑in module for Ovation I/O chassis; field wiring via front connectors/terminal blocks
System Compatibility Ovation controllers and engineering tools; supports typical redundant architectures
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Application Fields

Typical deployments include:

  • Power generation (thermal, combined cycle, biomass) — integrating generator protection relays, excitation interfaces, and turbine auxiliaries.
  • Water & wastewater — pulling data from VFDs, ultrasonic meters, and chemical dosing skids over Modbus RTU.
  • Oil & gas / petrochem — serial links to analyzers, metering skids, PLC panels, and packaged compressors.
  • Process industries — legacy instrument networks that still rely on RS‑232/RS‑485 for stable device telemetry.

Advantages & Value

  • Low integration risk — native Ovation module keeps configuration inside the DCS, reducing external gateways and failure points.
  • Lifecycle alignment — seems to be well supported in existing Ovation fleets, easing spares strategy and engineering consistency.
  • Cost‑effective modernization — extend life of legacy serial devices while planning longer‑term Ethernet upgrades on your timeline.
  • Serviceability — clear diagnostics help technicians isolate wiring or parameter mismatches faster, typically cutting troubleshooting time.

Installation & Maintenance

  • Cabinet standards — mount in an Ovation I/O chassis within a clean, ventilated control cabinet. Keep ambient within control room norms; avoid condensation.
  • Wiring practices — use shielded twisted pair for RS‑485; ground shields at one end to avoid loops. Apply termination and biasing resistors as per line length and device count.
  • Configuration — set baud rate, parity, stop bits, and addressing to mirror field devices. A quick loopback or single‑device test usually saves time before multi‑drop commissioning.
  • Redundancy — in many cases, modules can be serviced during operation when the Ovation controller/network architecture is redundant; follow site MOC and LOTO procedures.
  • Routine checks — periodically inspect connectors, cable clamps, and grounds. Clean dust with dry air. Keep firmware and configuration backups aligned with your change management.

Quality & Certifications

  • Typically conforms to industrial control standards; CE/UL/CSA markings may apply depending on production batch.
  • RoHS compliance is common for modern Ovation hardware; verification on the part label is recommended.
  • Manufacturer warranty: commonly 12 months on new hardware; extended service and spares programs available through authorized channels.
Customer note: a utility client recently used 1C31122G01 to bring eight legacy VFDs online over RS‑485. They mentioned the biggest win was cutting out two third‑party gateways and getting unified alarms into Ovation—commissioning finished a day earlier than planned.

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