C3 LON-bus coupler

for DIN Rail mounting

Type designation:

C3-FTX
LON-bus FT-5000 Smart transceiver
for coupling C3 I/O modules
to the two wire (twisted pair) 78kbps LON network.
With USB interface for parameterization


C3-PLT
LON-bus PL-3150 Power Line Smart transceiver
for coupling C3 I/O modules to the two wire
(C-band 125-145kHz; 4,8kBit/s) LON-network (in conjunction with phase coupler also power line transmission on the 230/400V AC).
With USB interface for parameterization

Controls and displays

  • Bright LEDs for status display
  • Dip-switch for the termination of the rail-bus

Parameterization of connectable C3 I/O-module

  • Via Mini USB interface and software from Windows 7 Pro
  • E.g. quiescent / operating current, delay time, etc. of the modules connected

Power supply

  • 24V DC ± 10%• 24V DC ± 10%
  • 230V AC with rail power unit with supply via the rail-buss

Mechanical characteristics

  • Compact Snap-on plastic housing (polyamide) 22,5 x 99 x 113,5mm with DIN-rail-bus
  • Screw-type terminals, plug connection for connection max. 2,5mm²

Extensions / Option

  • Can be connected to each bus coupler (CPU): a total of a maximum of 12x I/O modules
    of which: max. 8x C3 IN modules; max. 2 C3 ANA modules; max. 4x C3 OUT modules
  • Operating as a substation at SISSYpro First-Value Annunciator System

Connection diagram C3 LON

Technical data:

  • Type of construction:
    snap-on plastic housing (polyamide)

    with DIN-rail-bus 22,5 x 99 x 113,5mm


  • Degree of protection:
    IP20


  • Weight:
    approx. 150g


  • Climatic conditions:
    in accordance with UNITRO-Standard


  • Connection:
    screw-type terminals/ plug connection max. 2,5mm²


  • Function buttons:
    service button


  • Supply voltage:
    24V DC ± 10%


  • LED-display:
    see connection diagram

subject to change