ControlLogix

Connectivity interfaces for Rockwell Automation ControlLogix (1756) processors.

Product Name

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'C' Programmable Communications Interface for ControlLogix MVI56-ADM

The MVI56 Application Development Module is a ControlLogix backplane compatible module that allows user-developed 'C' applications to operate on the ControlLogix platform. A great way to speed up custom ASCII data communications or to protect a proprietary algorithm, the ADM is a powerful tool for the ControlLogix platform.

'C' Programmable with Ethernet MVI56-ADMNET

The MVI56 Application Development Communication Module with Ethernet is a ControlLogix backplane compatible module that allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily with Ethernet protocol (Explicit Messaging) compatible devices and hosts. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include Rockwell Automation PLCs, and host HMI systems.

BASIC Module (DB/BAS Compatible) MVI56-BAS

This single-slot module is a powerful solution that allows the large installed base of legacy BASIC programs for the 1771-DB and 1747-BAS modules to be migrated to the ControlLogix platform with minimal effort.

Bristol Babcock Serial Slave Module MVI56-BSAPS

The MVI56 Bristol Babcock Serial Slave Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with other Bristol Babcock communication devices.

DF1 Half/Full Duplex Master/Slave Communication Interface Module MVI56-DFCM

The MVI56 DF1 Master/Slave Communication Module is a ControlLogix backplane compatible module that allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with DF1 protocol compatible devices and hosts. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include Rockwell Automation PLCs and power monitoring equipment, as well as several other third party devices in the marketplace.

DF1 Half/Full Duplex Master/Slave Interface Module with Remote Chassis MVI56-DFCMR

The MVI56 DF1 Master/Slave Communication Module with Reduced Data Block is a ControlLogix backplane compatible module that allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to easily interface with DF1 protocol compatible devices and hosts. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include Rockwell Automation PLCs and power monitoring equipment, as well as several other third party devices in the marketplace. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet or Ethernet applications with the module in a remote rack.

DH-485 Communication Module for Remote Chassis MVI56-DH485R

The MVI56 DH-485 Communication Module for Remote Chassis allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with other DH-485 protocol compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Rockwell Automation PLCs (which support the DH-485 protocol) but also a wide assortment of end devices. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet or Ethernet applications with the module in a remote rack.

DH485 Communication Interface Module for ControlLogix MVI56-DH485

The MVI56 DH485 Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with other DH485 protocol compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Rockwell Automation PLCs (which support the DH485 protocol) but also a wide assortment of end devices.

DNP 3.0 Master/Slave Communications Interface Module MVI56-DNP

The MVI56 DNP 3.0 Master/Slave Communication Module is a single slot, backplane compatible DNP 3.0 interface solution for the Rockwell Automation ControlLogix platform. This module provides highly configurable support of both DNP 3.0 Master and Slave implementations (level 2 minimum), allowing the many SCADA and field devices supporting the DNP protocol to be integrated into the powerful ControlLogix platform.

DNP 3.0 over Ethernet Server Communications Interface Module MVI56-DNPSNET

The MVI56 DNP 3.0 Server Ethernet Communications Module supports the implementation of the DNP 3.0 (Distributed Network Protocol) over Ethernet, allowing ControlLogix processors to easily communicate with host systems supporting the protocol. The module supports DNP Subset Level 2 features and some Level 3 features.

FA Control Network Communication Interface MVI56-FLN

Product Description
The MVI56-FLN FA Control Network Communication Module is a single slot solution that allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to easily interface with other FL-net protocol compatible devices.The module implements FL-net version 2.00 (OPCN-2) defined by JEMA (The Japan Electrical Manufacturers Association) for the standard FA control network. FL-net is a master-less system and is specified for a 50 ms cycle time for 32 nodes (with 2kbit + 2kWord cyclic data in total) and up to 254 nodes can be addressed. The MVI56-FLN module acts as a gateway between the FL-net network and the Allen-Bradley backplane. The data transfer from the ControlLogix processor is asynchronous from the actions on the FL-net network. The module's internal database can be used to exchangeup to 512 words of Area 1 cyclic data, and 8192 words of Area 2 cyclic data between the processor and the FL-net network.

GARECO Check Weigher Interface Module MVI56-GRCM

The MVI56 GARECO Check Weigher Interface Module allows ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with GARECO Check Weighers using Remote Control Instruction. The driver supports one to four ports that provide accessibility from one to four independent serial networks.

Gas & Liquid Flow Computer for ControlLogix MVI56-AFC

The MVI56 Liquid & Gas Flow Computer Module is a ControlLogix backplane compatible module that allows ControlLogix processors to easily support flow applications with 16 meter runs performing measurement of hydrocarbon gases or liquids using AGA 3, 7, 8 and API 2540 measurement standards.

GE Ethernet Global Data Communication Module MVI56-EGD

The Ethernet Global Data (EGD) module can be used to interface many different protocols with EGD devices. The EGD driver supports both the producer/consumer service port (18246) and the command service port (7937) using the UDP protocol over an IP network. The user defines the data to be produced and consumed in a configuration file downloaded to the module.

Generic ASCII Ethernet Communications Interface Module MVI56-GEC

The MVI56 Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface module is designed to allow ControlLogix processors to interface easily with ASCII devices using the TCP/IP protocol and the ControlLogix processor. Compatible devices may be either ASCII instruments with Ethernet built-in or Ethernet connection via a thin server to the existing ASCII device.

Generic ASCII Serial Communication Interface Module MVI56-GSC

The MVI56 Generic ASCII Serial Interface Module is a fast and easy way to add two fully configurable ASCII communication ports to the ControlLogix platform without consuming the front port of the processor, or using valuable processing time.

HART Multi-drop Communications Interface Module MVI56-HART

The MVI56 HART Multidrop Master Communication Module is a ControlLogix backplane-compatible module that allows ControlLogix processors to interface easily with HART compatible devices. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include pressure, temperature, flow transmitters, as well as other similar instruments commonly found in the process (and other) industry. HART® is a registered trademark of the HART Communication Foundation.

High Speed Wireless Communication Module MVI56-WA-PWP

The MVI56-WA-PWP Wireless Gateway creates a powerful wireless connection between devices located remotely, and the MVI56-WA-PWP in a ControlLogix rack.

High Speed Wireless EtherNet/IP Communication Module MVI56-WA-EIP

The In-Chassis High Speed Wireless EtherNet/IP Communication Module creates a powerful wireless connection between your PC or Laptop and a remote ControlLogix processor. The bridging functionality allows access to other processors in other racks through different networks, using RSLinx, RSLogix, RSView or RSNetWorx. The module emulates similar 1756-ENBT Ethernet module features when used with PC (RSLinx) to processor communications.

Honeywell DE Master Communications Interface Module MVI56-DEM

The MVI56 DE Master Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with Honeywell DE instruments. Compatible devices include a large array of field devices including pressure, temperature, metering and many other instruments.

IEC 60870-5-101 Master Communication Module MVI56-101M

The MVI56 IEC 60870-5-101 Master Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with IEC 60870-5-101 slave (controlled unit) devices.

IEC 60870-5-101 Slave Communication Module MVI56-101S

The MVI56 IEC 60870-5-101 Slave Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with IEC 60870-5-101 protocol compatible hosts. The module's two powerful and highly configurable redundant ports allow the many SCADA host systems supporting the IEC protocol to be integrated into the ControlLogix platform.

IEC 60870-5-103 Master Communication Module MVI56-103M

The MVI56 IEC 60870-5-103 Master Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix backplane I/O compatible processors to interface easily with IEC 60870-5-103 compatible devices. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include relays, breakers, sub-station Communication Modules and other serial communication devices used in power monitoring.

IEC 60870-5-103 Master Communication Module with Reduced Data Block MVI56-103MR

The MVI56 IEC 60870-5-103 Master Communication Module with Reduced Data Block allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix backplane I/O compatible processors to interface easily with IEC 60870-5-103 compatible devices. Devices commonly supporting the protocol include relays, breakers, sub-station Communication Modules and other serial communication devices used in power monitoring. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet applications.

IEC 60870-5-104 Server Communication Module MVI56-104S

The MVI56 IEC 60870-5-104 Server Communication Module allows ControlLogix backplane I/O compatible processors to interface easily with IEC 60870-5-104 protocol-compatible hosts.

In-Rack Industrial PC for ControlLogix PC56

The PC56 is an industrial in-rack PC for the ControlLogix platform. Driven by a powerful 500MHz AMD processor, the module serves as a powerful platform for those applications requiring or benefiting from custom development. A direct connection to the ControlLogix backplane gives the PC56 read and write connectivity to the CLX 55XX processor data tables. This direct connection between the CLX data tables and the PC56's ability to support Serial, Ethernet, ControlNet and DeviceNet serial and Ethernet communications makes the PC56 an ideal solution for today's analytical and data centric applications. The PC56 is a high-performance tool capable of supporting those needing to meet today's IT and e-commerce requirements, or simply those that need a powerful processing engine to augment their ControlLogix solution.

In-Rack PC with Data Historian, CLX PC56-HIST

The PC56-Historian is an industrial PC for the ControlLogix platform that provides high speed, time series, data storage and retrieval with both local and remote CLX processors. The PC56-Historian allows customers to perform data collection in an efficient, distributed, and cost-effective fashion. In addition, the PC56-HIST Historian is the ideal solution for those customers who want to implement an electronic data storage solution while maintaining compliance with FDA Regulation 21 CFR Part 11.

In-Rack PC with OPC Server, CLX PC56-OPC

The PC56 with OPC Server allows you to access data from a ControlLogix PLC directly across the backplane, and connect to an OPC Client. The PC56-OPC is an industrial PC for the ControlLogix platform that provides high speed communication with both local and remote ControlLogix processors. The PC56-OPC allows users to communicate with ControlLogix processors in an efficient, distributed, and cost-effective fashion.

In-Rack PC with Wonderware SuiteLink-DAServer, CLX PC56-SLS

The PC56 with SLS-DAServer (Data Access Server) allows you to access data from a ControlLogix PLC directly across the backplane, and then communicate via SuiteLink, DDE, or FastDDE to local or remote Application Objects. The PC56-SLS is an industrial PC for the ControlLogix platform that provides high speed communication with both local and remote ControlLogix processors. The PC56-SLS allows users to communicate with ControlLogix processors in an efficient, distributed, and cost-effective fashion. The PC56-SLS includes a graphical interface called Archestra SMC (Management Console) for easy configuration and diagnostic support.

Johnson Controls Metasys N2 Slave Interface Module MVI56-N2

The MVI56 Johnson Controls Metasys Slave Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with other Johnson Controls N2 master devices.

Limitorque Valve Communications Interface Module MVI56-LTQ

The MVI56 Limitorque Valve Actuator Master Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with Limitorque Valve Actuators and other Limitorque protocol compatible devices.

MDA Scientific CM4 Master Module MVI56-MDA4

The MVI56 MDA Scientific CM4 Gas Analyzer Master Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily as a host with MDA Scientific CM4 gas monitoring hardware (See MVI56-MDA16 for a System 16 solution).

MDA Scientific System 16 Slave Module MVI56-MDA16

The MVI56 MDA Scientific System 16 Gas Analyzer Slave Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily as a host with MDA Scientific CM4 gas monitoring hardware (See MVI56-MDA4 for a CM4 solution).

Modbus Master/Slave Communication Module with Reduced Data Block MVI56-MCMR

The MVI56 Modbus Master/Slave Communication Module with Reduced Data Block allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily with other Modbus protocol compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon PLCs (which all support the Modbus protocol) but also a wide assortment of end devices. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet or Ethernet applications with the module in a remote rack.

Modbus Master/Slave Communications Interface Module MVI56-MCM

The MVI56 Modbus Master/Slave Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily with other Modbus protocol compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon PLCs (which all support the Modbus protocol) but also a wide assortment of end devices. The module acts as an input/output module between the Modbus network and the Rockwell Automation backplane. The data transfer from the processor is asynchronous from the actions on the Modbus network. A 5000-word register space in the module exchanges data between the processor and the Modbus network.

Modbus Plus Dual Port Communications Module MVI56-MBP

Modbus TCP/IP Client Communication Module with Reduced Data Block MVI56-MNETCR

The MVI56 Modbus TCP/IP Client Communication Module with Reduced Data Block is designed to allow ControlLogix processors to interface easily with other Modbus TCP/IP protocol-compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon processors (which support the Modbus TCP/IP protocol) but also a wide assortment of other server devices. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet or Ethernet applications with the module in a remote rack.

Modbus TCP/IP Communication Client Module MVI56-MNETC

The MVI56 Modbus TCP/IP Client Communication Module is designed to allow ControlLogix processors to interface easily with other Modbus TCP/IP protocol-compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon processors (which support the Modbus TCP/IP protocol) but also a wide assortment of other server devices.

Modbus TCP/IP Communication Module with Reduced Data Block MVI56-MNETR

The MVI56 Modbus TCP/IP Communication Module with Reduced Data Block allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with other Modbus TCP/IP protocol compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon processors (which support the Modbus TCP/IP protocol) but also a wide assortment of other clients and server devices. This module uses a small I/O data area for data transfer between the module and the ControlLogix processor, making it ideal for ControlNet or Ethernet applications with the module in a remote rack.

Modbus TCP/IP Communications Interface Module MVI56-MNET

The MVI56 Modbus TCP/IP Communication Module is designed to allow ControlLogix processors to interface easily with other Modbus TCP/IP protocol-compatible devices. Compatible devices include not only Modicon processors (which support the Modbus TCP/IP protocol) but also a wide assortment of other clients and server devices.

PROFIBUS DP Slave MVI56-PDPS

The MVI56 PROFIBUS DP Slave Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with a PROFIBUS DP Master device.

PROFIBUS DPV1 Master Communication Module MVI56-PDPMV1

The MVI56 PROFIBUS DPV1 Master Communication Module is a powerful communication interface for ControlLogix platform processors. Developed under license from Rockwell Automation, the module incorporates proprietary backplane technology that enables powerful data exchange with ControlLogix processors.

Siemens 3964R Protocol MVI56-S3964R

The MVI56 S3964R Protocol module from ProSoft Technology allows point-to-point communication between a ControlLogix controller (1756-L1, -L1Mx, L55, L6x) and a partner with 3964R (with or without RK512) communication capability.

Siemens 3964R Protocol MVI56-3964R

Important! Please Read!
Product Discontinuation Notice
MVI56-3964R will be discontinued effective 06/15/2007. ProSoft offers an improved implementation of the Siemens 3964R protocol in the new MVI56-S3964R module, which is available now. Please review the Product End of Life Notification for important information on ordering, replacement and support for MVI56-3964R. The MVI56 3964R Protocol module from ProSoft Technology allows point-to-point communication between a ControlLogix controller (1756-L1, -L1Mx, L55, L63) and a partner with 3964R (with or without RK512) communication capability.

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