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  Linux Development Modules for ControlLogix® and CompactLogix®

Computing solution that's not a PC


LDM Overview
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LDM Code

Example Applications:

  • Sequence control of devices that communicate via TCP/IP sockets
  • AGV positioning control
  • Advanced alarm notification
  • Optimization algorithms for weighing applications
  • Whatever you can dream of to the limits of the hardware
Linux Development Module for ControlLogix

Linux Development Module for CompactLogix

New to Linux?

Developing and compiling programs is not that much different than for a Windows environment.



What is a Linux Development Module?

A computing device that sits in the backplane of either a ControlLogix® or CompactLogix® system and runs your compiled code. You develop your application in the C/C++ programming language. The module can communicate with the Ethernet and / or serial devices and to the PLC via the backplane interface. Access your data and make fast decisions. Enables OEMs and SIs to provide a proprietary solution without exposing your custom code.

Linux Development Modules features:

  • Runs your compiled code like a PC without all the IT maintenance issues
  • Comes with HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, SSH, FTP, Telnet support
  • Acts as a co-processor to the PLC
  • API library provided for PLC backplane communications

The Linux Development Module for both ControlLogix® and CompactLogix® requires the development of custom software, using the C or C++ programming languages.
  IEC 61850 Solutions for Energy and Oil & Gas

IEC 61850 connectivity solutions



Do you need your Rockwell Automation® or Schneider Electric® PAC to interface with Intelligent Electronic Devices such as substation power monitors and relays over the IEC 61850 network? Does your SCADA system needs to harness data from non-smart devices, such as transformers and switchgear, via a ControlLogix® PAC?

We have your solution! 

EtherNet/IP™ to IEC 61850 Client Gateways

 

EtherNet/IP™ to IEC 61850 Client Gateways

  • Multiple EtherNet/IP™ I/O connections give you the ability to transfer large amounts of data in a real-time environment
  • Allow Rockwell Automation® PACs to interface with Intelligent Electronic Devices such as substation power monitors and relays
  • Two-port version allows the IEC 61850 and EtherNet/IP™ protocols to reside on separate subnets
  • Standards-based identification of device types simplifies implementation and maintenance
 
     
PLX8X-MNET-61850

 

Modbus® TCP/IP to IEC 61850 Client Gateways

  • Allow Schneider Electric® PACs to interface with Intelligent Electronic Devices such as substation power monitors and relays
  • Two-port version allows the IEC 61850 and Modbus® TCP/IP protocols to reside on separate subnets
  • Configuration software allows you to import all of your relevant IED tags into your Unity Pro® controller tag database, reducing configuration time and errors
  • All IED data attributes are available for convenient mapping to Modbus® registers, simplifying the process
 
     
MVI56E-61850S Product Image

 

IEC 61850 Server module for ControlLogix®

  • Allows your ControlLogix® PAC to emulate an Intelligent Electronic Device on an IEC 61850 network. This allows the data to be viewed by your SCADA system from non-smart devices such as switchgear and transformers
  • Remote Diagnostics of the unit can be viewed through controller tags in your ControlLogix® processor, reducing downtime 
  • Sample ladder code provides logical definitions for I/O module status and control data, simplifying configuration
 
  Bringing EtherNet/IP and PROFINET together

EtherNet/IP to PROFINET IO Device Gateway

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ProSoft Technology’s EtherNet/IP™ to PROFINET® IO Device (Slave) gateways let you transfer data between EtherNet/IP™-based Rockwell Automation® or Schneider Electric® controllers to PROFINET®-based Siemens or GE controllers. There are two gateways in this family, a one Ethernet port version and a two Ethernet port version. The two ports allow the two protocols to reside on separate subnets. This allows a user to pass data between the two subnets without changing each device’s IP address to be on the same subnet.

Single Port Gateway   Dual Port Gateway

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Reducing Configuration Time

A setup tutorial Video is supplied on the included product DVD or can be viewed to the right.

Configuration is simplified for Rockwell Automation® users through the use of an embedded EDS Add-On Profile (AOP). With an EDS AOP, there are less configuration parameters to enter than when using a generic profile, reducing commissioning time and potential errors.

ProSoft Discovery Service is a utility included with the product that allows your PC to find your gateway, and change its default IP address, without it being on the same subnet as your PC.





 

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Single Port Gateway   Dual Port Gateway

 

 



Reducing Unscheduled Downtime

Gateway diagnostic data can be transferred to PAC/PLC tags, allowing you to start troubleshooting communication issues quickly using your PAC/PLC’s configuration software or HMI.

The gateway comes with an SD Card Slot (Industrial SD Card optional) for storing your gateway’s configuration. This can be used for Disaster Recovery.

Optimize Your Ethernet Bandwidth

Our EtherNet/IP driver supports multiple IO connections enabling you to set different RPIs for control and diagnostic data. This allows you to send low priority data at slower rates.

Other Solutions

Do you have an OEM piece of equipment and don’t have access to the Siemens® programming software, or maybe you don’t want to modify the Siemens® PAC/PLC code?

Siemens® S5 and S7 controllers can also speak Siemens Industrial Ethernet. We have products that can transfer data without having to change the Siemens® PAC/PLC code.

In-chassis solutions for ControlLogix®

Gateway solutions for EtherNet/IP™-based controllers

Don’t want to modify the code in your Rockwell Automation® ControlLogix® PAC/PLC or the Siemens PAC/PLC?  We have products that can transfer data without having to change the Rockwell Automation® code.

In-chassis solutions for ControlLogix®

  In-Chassis PROFIBUS interface for the Cost of a Gateway

In-Chassis PROFIBUS interface modules for CompactLogix



ILX69-PBM Schematic

Master Features:

  • AOI: Module integrates with RSLogix 5000 using a sample Add-On Instruction (AOI), reducing configuration time

  • Autoscan: The new Autoscan feature reduces configuration and start up times by scanning the PROFIBUS network and uploading slave device addresses and configuration information. (Reads and maps nodes automatically to the module.)

  • ComDTM: Allows remote Ethernet connectivity for Asset Management Software to significantly lower your maintenance costs. You can configure, commission, maintain and diagnose your fieldbus devices throughout their entire lifecycle with this comprehensive, fully integrated engineering and maintenance environment

  • SD card slot (SD card optional) is used for storing configuration files in the event of a disaster.

 

ILX69-PBM


Master - ILX69 PBM

ILX69-PBS Schematic

Slave Features:

  • Ethernet port allows remote configuration and maintenance

  • Supports both I/O control and messaging

  • Explicit ladder logic CIP message blocks provide slave status diagnostic data and acyclic messaging

  • Module appears to the CompactLogix controller as a standard I/O module allowing it to be configured via RSLogix™ 5000

  • Equipped with a diagnostic interface and rotary switches for setting of the bus address

 

ILX69-PBS


Slave - ILX69 PBS

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  PROFINET to Modbus Serial and Modbus TCP/IP Gateways

Bringing PROFINET & Modbus Together

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PLX PND Family Picture

 

ProSoft Technology’s PROFINET® to Modbus® or Modbus® TCP gateways allow your PROFINET-based Siemens® or GE controller to connect to any Modbus or Modbus TCP-compatible device. With millions of PROFINET nodes worldwide and even more Modbus/Modbus TCP devices, the need for a gateway that will allow these two widely used protocols to communicate is self-evident. ProSoft offers four versions to give you the best solution for your application.


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Modbus TCP/IP Two-Port to PROFINET Device Gateway


PLX32-MBTCP-PND Schematic

Have an OEM piece of equipment and do not want to change all the IP addresses just to have it communicate with your current PLC? This version offers bi-directional data transfers between a PROFINET Controller and Modbus TCP devices. The dual Ethernet ports allow you to pass data between Modbus TCP and PROFINET devices that are on different subnets.

PLX32-MBTCP-PND Product

 

 

Modbus TCP/IP to PROFINET Device Gateway


PLX31-MBTCP-PND Schematic

Are your devices all on one subnet? This version offers bi-directional data transfers between a PROFINET Controller and Modbus TCP networks. Our Modbus TCP driver has multiple clients and servers to support many different types of application.

PLX31-MBTCP-PND Product

 

 

Modbus Serial Four-Port to PROFINET Device Gateway


PLX31-PND-MBS4 Schematic

Are your Modbus devices on several Modbus networks? This version offers bi-directional data transfers between a PROFINET Controller and Modbus serial (RTU and ASCII) devices. This four-port Modbus gateway is perfect for applications that need data from several Modbus serial networks.

PLX31-PND-MBS4 Product

 

 

Modbus Serial to PROFINET Device Gateway


PLX31-PND-MBS Schematic

Need to connect to just one serial network? This version offers bi-directional data transfers between a PROFINET Controller and Modbus serial (RTU and ASCII) devices. The single serial port can be configured as either a Modbus master or slave.

PLX31-PND-MBS Product

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  EtherNet/IP to PROFINET Controller Gateway

Taking Control of your PROFINET Devices

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PLX82-EIP-PNC Product Photo - EtherNet/IP to PROFINET controller gateway module

 

There are many industrial protocols, but three giants are especially prevalent in automation: EtherNet/IP™, PROFINET, and Modbus® TCP/IP. Your operation likely includes a mix of devices that use these protocols and others – and it’s up to you to establish communication between them. With gateways connecting EtherNet/IP controllers to PROFINET I/O, and PROFINET I/O to Modbus TCP/IP controllers, you can secure high-speed communications for your facility – and benefit in other ways as well.

PROFINET and EtherNet/IP or Modbus TCP/IP
Other PROFINET Gateway Solutions
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PROFINET Controller Gateways for EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP

 

PLX82-EIP-PNC Schematic

 

PLX82-MBTCP-PNC Schematic
 

EtherNet/IP multiple I/O connection support:

  • For large applications requiring high speed I/O communications

Diagnostic data:

  • Transferred to your PAC or PLC and monitored in your operator station
  • Reduces unscheduled downtime by quickly narrowing down communication problems

Two isolated Ethernet ports:

  • EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFINET devices on separate subnets
  • Allows you to isolate your networks, ensuring that only the data you want to transfer is sent between your equipment
  • Avoid having to change each device’s IP address, which can require getting access to several software packages, and could affect your OEM’s warranty

Modbus TCP/IP (PLX82-MBTCP-PNC)

EtherNet/IP (PLX82-EIP-PNC)

 

 

Need to communicate from a PROFINET controller to EtherNet/IP or Modbus TCP/IP controllers? We can help with that, too!

Modbus and PROFINET & EtherNet/IP and PROFINET
 

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