Serial interface module (178773)
Eaton

Serial interface module

Part number178773EAN / GTIN7640130098374HS code8538.90
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Product Description

Eaton 178773 Serial interface module, data from to SSI enkoder via RS422, 32 bits/125 kHz, 250kHz, 500kHz, 1MHz.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer part number (MPN)
178773
EAN / GTIN
7640130098374
Sales unit
pcs
Eaton catalogue number
178773
Depth
104.2 mm
Height
16.8 mm
Width
80.3 mm
Weight
0.046 kg
Certifications
UL File No.: E135462; cULus; CE; EN 61131-2; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-6-4; UL508; CSA-C22.2 No. 142-M
Height of fall (IEC/EN 60068-2-32) - max
1 m
Mounting position
Horizontal
Shock resistance
15 g, Mechanical, Half-sinusoidal shock 11 ms, 18 Impacts
Vibration resistance
5 - 8.4 / 8.4 -150 Hz, 3,5 mm / 1 g
Air pressure
795 - 1080 hPa (operation)
Ambient operating temperature - max
60 °C
Ambient storage temperature - max
85 °C
Ambient operating temperature - min
0 °C
Ambient storage temperature - min
-20 °C
Climatic proofing
Damp heat, constant, to IEC 60068-2-3; Dry heat to IEC 60068-2-2
Environmental conditions
Condensation: prevent with appropriate measures
Relative humidity
0 - 95 % (non-condensing)
Bus termination
Internal, Digital inputs, Absolute encoder
Connection type
RS422, Digital inputs, Absolute encoder; Push-in spring-cage terminal (plug-in connection), Connection design in TOP direction
Data transfer rate
Parameterizable, Digital inputs
Protocol
Other bus systems
Equipment heat dissipation, current-dependent Pvid
1 W
Static heat dissipation, non-current-dependent Pvs
1.06 W
Rated operational voltage
160 V (terminations)
Supply voltage at DC - max
30 V
Supply voltage at DC - min
18 V
Air discharge
8 kV
Burst impulse
2 kV, Supply cable; 1 kV, Signal cable
Contact discharge
4 kV
Electromagnetic fields
1 V/m at 2 - 2.7 GHz (according to IEC EN 61000-4-3); 10 V/m at 0.08 - 1.0 GHz (according to IEC EN 61000-4-3); 3 V/m at 1.4 - 2 GHz (according to IEC EN 61000-4-3)
Emitted interference
47 dB (at 230 - 1000 MHz, Class A, radiated, high frequency); 40 dB (at 30 - 230 MHz, Class A, radiated, high frequency)
Radiated RFI
10 V
Surge rating
1 kV, Signal cable, unbalanced, EMC; 0.5/0.5 kV, Supply cable, balanced/unbalanced), EMC
Voltage dips
Voltage dips: 10 ms/Voltage fluctuations: Yes
Features
Fieldbus connection over separate bus coupler possible; Fieldbus connection over separate bus coupler possible
Functions
Binary/gray coding (Absolute encoder)
Channels
2, Transmission channel CL, D, Digital inputs, Absolute encoder
Current consumption
27 mA (typ.), for +24 V, Power supply - Input
Degree of protection
IP20
Mounting method
Rail mounting possible
Overvoltage category
III
Pollution degree
3
Resolution
32 Bit
Type
XN-322 serial interface module for XN300 XN300 technology module
Used with
XN-312-…; XN300
Voltage type
DC
Load current
Not specified by plug manufacturer
Explosion safety category for dust
None
Explosion safety category for gas
None
Potential isolation
Digital inputs
Absolute encoder
no
Gauge pin
A1 (according to IEC/EN 60947-1)
Insulating material group
I
Stripping length (main cable)
10 mm
Number of HW-interfaces other
1
Number of HW-interfaces RS-422
2
Certified for UL hazardous location division 1
No
Certified for UL hazardous location division 2
No
Certified for UL hazardous location group A (acetylene)
No
Certified for UL hazardous location group B (hydrogen)
No
Certified for UL hazardous location group C (ethylene)
No
Certified for UL hazardous location group D (propane)
No
Certified for UL hazardous location group E (metal dusts)
No
Certified for UL hazardous location class I
No
Certified for UL hazardous location class II
No
Certified for UL hazardous location class III
No
Supporting protocol for EtherCAT
No
Supply voltage DC
18–30 V
Supporting protocol for TCP/IP
No
Supporting protocol for PROFIBUS
No
Supporting protocol for CAN
No
Supporting protocol for INTERBUS
No
Supporting protocol for ASI
No
Supporting protocol for KNX
No
Supporting protocol for Modbus
No
Supporting protocol for Data-Highway
No
Supporting protocol for DeviceNet
No
Supporting protocol for SUCONET
No
Supporting protocol for LON
No
Supporting protocol for SERCOS
No
Supporting protocol for PROFINET IO
No
Supporting protocol for PROFINET CBA
No
Supporting protocol for Foundation Fieldbus
No
Supporting protocol for EtherNet/IP
No
Supporting protocol for AS-Interface Safety at Work
No
Supporting protocol for DeviceNet Safety
No
Supporting protocol for INTERBUS-Safety
No
Supporting protocol for PROFIsafe
No
Supporting protocol for SafetyBUS p
No
Supporting protocol for other bus systems
Yes
Radio standard Bluetooth
No
Radio standard WLAN 802.11
No
Radio standard GPRS
No
Radio standard eGPRS
No
Radio standard GSM
No
Radio standard LTE
No
Mobile communications standard 3G (UMTS)
No
IO link master
No
System accessory
Yes
With potential separation
No
Fieldbus connection over separate bus coupler possible
Yes
Suitable for rail mounting
Yes
Wall mounting/direct mounting
No
Front built-in possible
No
Rack-assembly possible
No
Suitable for safety functions
No
SIL according to IEC 61508
None
Performance level according to EN ISO 13849-1
None
Appendant operation agent (Ex ia)
No
Country of origin
Austria

Standards & Compliance

HS Code
8538.90

Cross References

  • EAN 7640130098374
  • SAP 1200303874
  • Code 82277508

Product Documentation

Document preview: Serial interface module (178773) — Specification Data Sheet (OEM)

Catalogue entry last verified: 2026-09-29. A manufacturer datasheet is attached to this entry — confirm application-critical values against it.

Frequently asked questions

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What is the manufacturer part number for this Eaton product?
The manufacturer part number is 178773.
What is the HS code for 178773?
The customs tariff (HS) code for 178773 is 8538.90.
Who manufactures 178773?
178773 is a Eaton product in the Control & Automation range.
Is a datasheet available for 178773?
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What is the minimum order quantity for 178773?
The minimum order quantity is 1.
Is 178773 available?
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