The ABB TA 724F, also cataloged as the TA 724F Controller Module Accessory, operates as a dedicated hardware component for localized bus termination and slot preservation within Freelance AC 700F controller networks.
Hardware Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Model
TA 724F
Brand
ABB
Article Number
3BDH000367R0001
Origin
Germany
Life Cycle Status
Active
Product Type
Controller Module Accessories
CE-Marking
Yes
RoHS Compliance
Directive 2011/65/EU, (EU) 2015/863
WEEE Compliance
Directive 2012/19/EU
Product Net Width
28 mm
Product Net Height
135 mm
Product Net Depth
62 mm
Product Net Weight
0.12 kg (0.264 lbs)
Operating Temperature Range
-20 to 70 deg C
Storage Temperature Boundary
-40 to 85 deg C
Profinet / EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks and Driver Integration
The accessory module plugs directly into standard AC 700F termination bases, completing physical and electrical track paths across the shared backplane bus structure. It maintains nominal backplane bus communication velocity baselines by shielding unused expansion slots from ambient electromagnetic interference and wave reflections. This protective arrangement maintains structural signal integrity across high-speed parallel links, including downstream extensions operating over Profinet or EtherNet/IP deterministic networks. The passive hardware configuration supports stable I/O density scaling routines without adding processing latency or computational steps, allowing host controllers to run continuous loop tracking across large, multi-slot automated station clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main structural purpose of installing the TA 724F into an unpopulated chassis slot?
A: The TA 724F functions as a slot cover and bus bridge. It protects the exposed backplane connectors from dust and physical contaminants while maintaining electrical continuity across the shared internal communication channels.
Q: Does this accessory require separate firmware flash compatibility updates during system upgrades?
A: No. The TA 724F is a passive hardware component that contains no active processing microchips or flash memory, meaning it functions independently of host firmware modifications.
