TC-303-01-2M0
May 15, 2026

TC-303-01-2M0

The TC‑303‑01‑2M0 is a TMR remote expansion cable for the ICS Triplex Trusted T8000 safety system. It connects the T8314 Fiber Optic Transceiver to the T8310 Expander Processor, enabling high‑speed, fault‑tolerant communication and power distribution between remote I/O expansion chassis and the main controller cabinet. TC‑303‑01: PVC jacket, general‑purpose indoor cable TC‑303‑02: LS0H (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) version

Description

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1. General Description

The TC‑303‑01‑2M0 is a TMR remote expansion cable for the ICS Triplex Trusted T8000 safety system. It connects the T8314 Fiber Optic Transceiver to the T8310 Expander Processor, enabling high‑speed, fault‑tolerant communication and power distribution between remote I/O expansion chassis and the main controller cabinet.
  • TC‑303‑01: PVC jacket, general‑purpose indoor cable

  • TC‑303‑02: LS0H (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) version

  • 2M0: 2 meter standard length

This cable forms the electrical backend link of a Trusted remote expansion path (T8310 → T8314 → fiber → remote T8314 → remote T8310).

2. Key Features

  • TMR triple‑channel communication + 24 VDC power

  • Connects: T8314 (Fiber Transceiver) ↔ T8310 (Expander Processor)

  • Length: 2 m; other options: 5M0, 10M0, 20M0

  • PVC outer jacket (TC‑303‑01) for cabinet/raceway use

  • Individual pair shield + overall shield for EMI/RFI immunity

  • Keyed connectors to prevent mis‑wiring

  • Hot‑swap compatible (no system shutdown required)

  • SIL 3 / SIL 4 compliant (system level)

  • Flame retardant: IEC 60332‑1


3. Electrical Specifications

  • Architecture: TMR (3 × differential communication + power/ground)

  • Conductor: 22 AWG stranded tinned copper

  • Insulation: PVC

  • Shielding: Foil + braid (≥95% coverage)

  • Rated voltage: 300 V

  • Operating voltage: 24 VDC

  • Dielectric withstand: 500 VDC

  • Data rate: Proprietary high‑speed TMR protocol

  • Current rating: 3 A max per power pair


4. Mechanical Specifications

  • Length: 2 m (6.56 ft)

  • Outer jacket: Black PVC

  • Outer diameter: Approx. 12 mm

  • Weight: Approx. 0.6 kg

  • Minimum bend radius: 10 × OD (≈120 mm)

  • Connectors:

    • T8310 end: 96‑pin Type C connector (double‑wide hood)

    • T8314 end: 3 × 4‑core LEMO‑style plugs


5. Environmental Specifications

  • Operating temperature: −40 °C to +70 °C

  • Storage temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C

  • Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non‑condensing

  • Pollution degree: PD2

  • Flame rating: IEC 60332‑1

  • Halogen content: Halogenated (PVC; see TC‑303‑02 for LS0H)


6. Safety & Approvals

  • Standard: IEC 61508

  • SIL rating: SIL 3 / SIL 4 (system)

  • Approvals: CE, UL, CSA, ATEX, IECEx, TÜV

  • Compliance: RoHS, REACH


7. Compatibility

Exclusive to Trusted T8000 remote expansion:
  • T8310 Expander Processor

  • T8314 Fiber Optic Transceiver

  • Trusted T8100 Controller Chassis

  • Trusted T8200 Expander Chassis


8. Ordering Information

  • TC‑303‑01‑2M0: 2 m PVC remote expansion cable (T8314 ↔ T8310)

  • TC‑303‑01‑5M0: 5 m

  • TC‑303‑01‑10M0: 10 m

  • TC‑303‑01‑20M0: 20 m

  • TC‑303‑02‑xxx: LS0H (low smoke zero halogen) version


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