Product Short Description
Technical Specifications
- Supported Protocols: Modbus TCP/IP (client/server), Modbus RTU/ASCII (via serial ports), and CIP (Common Industrial Protocol).
- Network Configuration: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with auto-crossover detection for flexible connectivity.
- Memory Mapping: Supports up to 5,000 16-bit registers for data exchange between ControlLogix processors and Modbus devices.
- Client/Server Capacity: Up to 100 simultaneous client connections and 10 Modbus TCP/IP servers.
- Power Supply: 5 VDC (800 mA) or 24 VDC (3 mA) via ControlLogix backplane.
- Environmental Rating: Operates in temperatures from 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) and non-condensing humidity up to 85%.
- Certifications: ATEX, cULus, RoHS, and CE compliant for industrial safety and environmental standards.
- Mounting: Single-slot compatibility with ControlLogix 1756 chassis.
Description
Functional Features
- Protocol Conversion: Converts Modbus TCP/IP to ControlLogix-native protocols, enabling interoperability between legacy and modern devices.
- Data Acquisition & Control: Collects analog/digital input signals (e.g., temperature, pressure) and controls outputs (e.g., relays, valves) via Modbus or CIP.
- Remote Programming & Diagnostics: Supports online configuration and troubleshooting via ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) software or embedded web server.
- High-Speed Data Transmission: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ensures real-time data exchange for time-critical applications.
- Redundancy Support: Compatible with redundant ControlLogix processors for enhanced system reliability.
- LED Indicators: Visual status alerts for power, network activity, and errors, simplifying maintenance.
Application Scenarios
- Industrial Automation: Integrates Modbus-compatible devices (e.g., motor drives, HMI panels) into ControlLogix-based production lines for centralized monitoring.
- Process Control: Monitors real-time data from sensors in chemical plants or water treatment facilities, enabling precise process adjustments.
- Building Automation: Unifies HVAC, lighting, and security systems in large buildings via Modbus TCP/IP-to-ControlLogix bridging.
- Energy Management: Tracks power consumption from smart meters or generators, optimizing energy usage in utility grids.
- Remote Monitoring: Facilitates off-site access to equipment status via Ethernet, reducing downtime in oil/gas pipelines or mining operations.
Advantages
- Scalability: Supports up to 100 client connections, ideal for large-scale networks.
- Efficiency: Minimized I/O data image size reduces bandwidth usage on ControlNet or EtherNet/IP networks.
- Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with Rockwell Automation’s Studio 5000 and RSLogix 5000 software.
- Durability: Industrial-grade design withstands harsh environments, ensuring long-term stability.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Extends the lifespan of legacy Modbus devices by connecting them to modern ControlLogix systems.
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