Product Short Description
Product Name: Anybus Communicator CAN-PROFIBUS DP-V1 Gateway (AB7312-B)
Product Overview: The AB7312-B is an HMS Networks Anybus Communicator gateway that connects CAN 2.0A/B interface devices to PROFIBUS networks. It performs complete protocol conversion automatically based on configuration, requiring no extra PLC programming.
Description
Key Technical Specifications:
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Brand: HMS Networks (Anybus)
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CAN Side: CAN 2.0A/B, baud rate 20 kbps to 1 Mbps
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CAN Frames: Up to 128 transmit (total 256 CAN frames) – generate, consume, query/response; cyclic, on data change, one-shot, triggered-by-byte update modes
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PROFIBUS Side: DP-V1, baud rate 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps, device address 0–125
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PROFIBUS Data Size: 244 bytes input + 244 bytes output (max 344 bytes combined)
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CAN Data: Max 512 bytes input + 512 bytes output
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Non-cyclic User Parameter Data / Diagnosis: Up to 237 bytes; supports sync, freeze, watchdog
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Power Supply: 24 V DC (-10% to +10%)
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Current Consumption: Typical 100 mA, Max 250 mA
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Dimensions (H × W × D): 120 × 27 × 75 mm
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Net Weight: 150 g
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Operating Temperature: -25 °C to +55 °C
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Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
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Protection: IP20, DIN rail mount (EN 50022)
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Certifications: CE, UL
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Connectors: 1 × D-sub 9-pin male (CAN), 1 × D-sub 9-pin female (PROFIBUS), 5.08 mm Phoenix plug power connector
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Reverse polarity protection: Yes; Short-circuit protection: Yes; Isolation: Yes
Features:
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Converts nearly any CAN protocol including CAN 2.0A, 2.0B, and user-defined request/response or producer/consumer protocols
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Anybus Configuration Manager software enables flexible CAN frame creation and quick configuration in minutes
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Online monitoring and modification of process I/O data; displays CAN message processing status and network connection diagnostics
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Password protection prevents unauthorized configuration upload/download
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Proven compliance with current PROFIBUS specification; compatible with Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric PLCs
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Made in Sweden
Applications: Integrating CAN-based devices (sensors, actuators, motor drives) into PROFIBUS-controlled factory automation systems; suitable for automotive, machinery, and process automation.
Installation & Usage Notes: Mount on 35 mm DIN rail. Wire 24 V DC to Phoenix plug. Configure CAN frames and PROFIBUS mapping via Anybus Configuration Manager. Ensure proper termination resistors on PROFIBUS bus.





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