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RTU-Expander 1004

DIN-Rail Expansion for 10 Digital Inputs and 4 Relay Outputs

The HW group RTU-Expander 1004 is a 6-module DIN-rail device with an RS-485 Modbus-RTU interface. It provides 10 digital inputs with counters and 4 digital relay outputs, extending the I/O capabilities of the Perseus Industrial devices via Modbus/RTU.

Multiple RTU-Expanders can be daisy-chained via the RS-485 terminal block of the Perseus device. All devices in this chain can be powered with a nominal voltage of 12 V (GND and +U) via the RS-485 terminal block.

10 Inputs, 4 Relays, One Common RS-485 Interface

The RTU-Expander 1004 detects dry contacts and switches external loads when needed.

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10x Digital Inputs (DI)

Dry contact inputs with S0 pulse counters, compliant with EN 62053-31, Class B.

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For Common Detectors

Suitable for smoke detectors, door contacts, motion sensors, power failure detectors and other dry contact sensors.

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4x Relay Outputs (DO)

Standard digital relay outputs (50 V / 1000 mA) for switching external loads.

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RS-485 Modbus RTU

Connection to Perseus Industrial devices via an RS-485 Modbus-RTU interface.

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Daisy-Chain Capable

Multiple RTU-Expanders can be chained via the same RS-485 terminal block and powered together.

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Modular DIN System

6-module form factor for building a scalable I/O system on the DIN rail.

How the RTU-Expander 1004 Is Built

The housing is designed for industrial environments, measures 105 x 90 x 57 mm (WxHxD), weighs 222 g and complies with protection rating IP40.

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Housing and Mounting

6-module housing for DIN-rail mounting, matching the Perseus Industrial module family.

2

RS-485 Connection and Daisy-Chain

Via the RS-485 terminal block, the device is connected to a Perseus Industrial device using Modbus RTU. Multiple RTU-Expanders can be daisy-chained via the same terminal block.

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Power Supply

All RTU-Expanders connected in the chain are powered with a nominal voltage of 12 V (GND and +U) via the same RS-485 terminal block; a separate power supply is not required.

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Digital Inputs (DI)

10 screw-terminal inputs for dry contacts with S0 pulse counters (compliant with EN 62053-31, Class B), e.g. for smoke detectors, door contacts, motion sensors or power failure detectors.

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Relay Outputs (DO)

4 standard digital relay outputs (50 V / 1000 mA) for switching external devices or for local status indication.

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Connection Technology

All inputs and outputs as well as the RS-485 bus are connected via screw terminals (terminal block).

Scalable I/O Expansion for the Perseus Industrial Family

DIN-rail RTU-Expanders can be combined with Perseus Industrial devices to scale the number of digital inputs and outputs according to the application.

Perseus Industrial 310/315 (Base Device)

6 DIN units. 5x DI, 2x DO, 2x RJ11 ports, 1x RS-485 RTU, 2x WLD / 1x WLD-L.

RTU-Expander 1004

6 DIN units. 10x DI, 4x DO.

RTU-Expander 2004

9 DIN units. 20x DI, 4x DO.

RTU-Expander 3004

12 DIN units. 30x DI, 4x DO.

RTU-Expander 0002 230V

2 DIN units. 2x 230V-DO.

Suitable Accessories

  • RTU-Connection cable: 0.15 m connection cable for the RTU-Expander

Commissioning in a Few Steps

The RTU-Expander 1004 is connected as an I/O expansion to a Perseus Industrial device.

  1. Mount the RTU-Expander on the DIN rail next to the Perseus Industrial device
  2. Connect the RTU-Expander to the Perseus Industrial device via the RS-485 terminal block (if necessary with the RTU-Connection cable)
  3. Optional: chain additional RTU-Expanders via the same RS-485 terminal block (daisy-chain)
  4. Connect dry contacts (e.g. smoke detectors, door contacts, motion sensors) to the digital inputs
  5. Connect loads to the desired relay outputs
  6. Configure the inputs and outputs via the Perseus Industrial device

Why the RTU-Expander 1004 Is the Right Choice

Compact Design

Only 6 DIN units for 10 DI and 4 DO.

Scalable

Any number of expanders can be combined via daisy-chain.

One Power Supply for All

Shared 12 V supply via the RS-485 terminal block.

Standardized S0 Counters

DI counters compliant with EN 62053-31, Class B.

Industrial Grade

Protection rating IP40, operating range from -30 °C to 65 °C.

24 Months Warranty

According to the manufacturer with 24 months warranty.

Practical Application Examples

  • Expanding the I/O capacity of Perseus Industrial 315/310 installations
  • Connecting multiple smoke detectors, door contacts or motion sensors in control cabinets
  • Capturing meter pulses (S0) from energy or consumption meters
  • Switching air conditioning systems, fans or other loads via the relay outputs
  • Industrial applications with many distributed dry contacts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HW group RTU-Expander 1004 and what is it used for?

The RTU-Expander 1004 is a DIN-rail device with an RS-485 Modbus-RTU interface that provides 10 digital inputs with counters and 4 relay outputs. It extends the I/O capabilities of the Perseus Industrial devices via Modbus/RTU.

Which devices can the RTU-Expander 1004 be combined with?

It is designed for the Perseus Industrial family (Perseus Industrial 310 and 315) and extends their I/O capabilities via Modbus/RTU.

How many inputs and outputs does the device offer?

The RTU-Expander 1004 offers 10 digital inputs (dry contacts with S0 counters) and 4 digital relay outputs.

Can multiple RTU-Expanders be combined?

Yes. Multiple RTU-Expanders can be daisy-chained via the RS-485 terminal block and powered together with a nominal voltage of 12 V.

Which detectors can be connected to the digital inputs?

Suitable devices include smoke detectors, door contacts, motion sensors and power failure detectors as well as other dry contact sensors.

Does the RTU-Expander 1004 require its own power supply?

No. The device and all daisy-chained RTU-Expanders are powered together with a nominal voltage of 12 V (GND and +U) via the RS-485 terminal block.

Questions about the RTU-Expander 1004?

Our support team in Germany will advise you free of charge on selection, sensors and configuration.

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HW-Group RTU-Expander 1004

General Data

  • I/O expansion module for the HW-group Perseus platform
  • Extends Perseus Industrial I/O functions via Modbus/RTU
  • 6-DIN-unit housing for DIN rail mounting
  • RS-485 / Modbus-RTU interface
  • Multiple RTU-Expanders can be daisy-chained via the RS-485 port

Digital Inputs

  • 10 × digital inputs (DI)
  • S0 pulse inputs according to EN 62053-31, Class B
  • Suitable for detectors such as smoke detectors, door contacts, motion detectors, and power supply monitoring

Digital Outputs

  • 4 × digital outputs (DO)
  • Designed as relay outputs

Interface

  • 1 × RS-485 RTU
  • Communication via Modbus RTU
  • Daisy-chain connection of multiple RTU-Expanders possible
  • Power supply for additional expanders via the RS-485 port with GND and +U

Power Supply

  • Supply via RTU: 12 V nominal
  • Connection via GND and +U at the RS-485 port

Technical Data

  • Galvanic isolation: 12
  • Weight: 222 g

Compatibility

  • Perseus Industrial 310 / 315
  • Perseus platform

Environmental Conditions

  • Operating temperature: -30 to +65 °C
  • Operating humidity: 5–95 % RH
  • Storage temperature: -30 to +65 °C
  • Storage humidity: 5–95 % RH

Mechanical Data

  • Mounting: DIN rail
  • Size: 6 DIN units
  • Protection class: IP40
  • Connection: Terminal block

Applications

  • I/O expansion for the Perseus platform
  • Expansion of digital inputs and relay outputs for Perseus Industrial
  • Integration of S0 meters and various detectors

Additional Data

  • Warranty: 24 months

Manufacturer information:

HW group s. r. o.

Rumunská 26

Prague, 120 00
Czech Republic

Phone: +420 222 511 918

Email: sales@hwg.cz

Responsible person:

Didactum® Security GmbH

Im Mühlenfeld 4

48163 Münster
Deutschland

Fon: (+49) 250 19 71 63 54 / (+49) 171 33 11 577

Email: info@didactum-security.de

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