MTL5051 Serial Communicator | Zone 0 Certified Solution

MTL5051 Hazardous Area Communicator: Safe Data Transfer Solution

Technical Highlights

• Brand: MTL
• Model: MTL5051
• Communication:
  • Baud rates: 1200-19,200
  • Protocols: RS232, RS422, TTL
  • Isolation: 2500V rms
• Power Management:
  • Input: 20-35V DC
  • Hazardous output: 5V/12V selectable
  • Max consumption: 105mA
• Environmental:
  • Zone 0, IIC, T4-T6 certified
  • Div 1, Group A compliant
  • Temp range: -20°C to +60°C
• Terminal Configurations:
  • Multiple safety-rated combinations
  • Max power: 810mW across all terminals

Unique Advantages

• Tri-mode operation for diverse devices
• Automatic cable compensation technology
• Dual voltage output (5V/12V switch selectable)
• Visual power indicator (green LED)
• Cross-hazard communication capability

Operation Modes

• MTL640 Mode: 3V signal on 12V supply
• Cross-Hazard Mode: 10mA current loop for long cables
• RS232/TTL Mode: Direct device connectivity

Certifications

• ATEX/IECEx Zone 0
• UL/cUL Class I Div 1
• IIC gas group certified

Package & Support

• 12-month warranty
• Global shipping: FedEx, UPS, DHL
• Includes mounting hardware
• Quick-start guide

Expert Comparisons

• Vs MTL5014: Handles data vs simple switching
• Vs MTL5021: Higher communication capability

Industrial Applications

• Chemical plant monitoring systems
• Oil refinery control rooms
• Pharmaceutical batch displays
• Mining equipment interfaces

Professional FAQs

• Q: Maximum cable length supported?
  A: 1km in current loop mode
• Q: Compatible with modern USB devices?
  A: With RS232/USB converters
• Q: Software configuration needed?
  A: Plug-and-play operation
• Q: Supports MODBUS protocol?
  A: Yes, via RS422 interface
• Q: Redundancy options available?
  A: Dual-unit configurations supported