EtherNet/IP to ASCII
PLX31-EIP-ASCII
ProSoft Technology’s EtherNet/IP™ to ASCII communication gateway allows high-speed bi-directional data transfers between EtherNet/IP™-enabled PACs and ASCII devices such as weigh scales and barcode readers. The EtherNet/IP™ protocol driver supports the explicit messaging implementation. The gateway is user-configurable as both a client and a server.
EtherNet/IP™ PACs include Rockwell Automation® ControlLogix® and CompactLogix™, as well as several Schneider Electric® controllers. Applications for this module are found in most industries, especially manufacturing, oil & gas, electrical power and food processing.
The gateway has several features that allow for simplified integration, reduced commissioning time and optimized performance.
Architectures
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Features and Benefits
- Data prioritization: Multiple I/O connections allow you to set RPIs for status and/or control data, optimizing Ethernet bandwidth.
- Includes an embedded EDS Add-On Profile, allowing for simplified integration and reduced commissioning time.
- Includes a SD card slot (SD card optional) for storing configuration files. This can be used for disaster recovery.
- ProSoft Discovery Service: This utility allows your PC to see the gateway and change its default IP address without being on the same subnet.
- Secure module configuration via module switch (v1.04 and greater).
- Up to 10,000 16-bit registers can be used to exchange large amounts of data.
Specifications
EtherNet/IP™ Specifications
| Specification | Description |
| Number of Class 3 Server Connections | 5 |
| Supported PLC Types | PLC2, PLC5, SLC, CLX, CMPLX, MICROLX |
| Supported Message Types | PCCC and CIP |
| Class 3 Client Connections |
Connected: 2 |
| Number of Class 1 I/O Connections | 1 |
| I/O connection sizes | 248/248 |
| Max RPI time | 5 ms per connection |
| CIP Services Supported |
0x4C - CIP Data Table Read |
| Command List | Support for 100 commands per Client, each configurable for command type, IP address, register to/from addressing and word/bit count |
| Command Sets |
PLC-2/PLC-3/PLC5 Basic Command Set |
ASCII Specifications
| Transmit and Receive Buffer Size | 255 byte Transmit character length with 0 to 65535 millisecond delay between each transmitted character |
Hardware
| Specification | Description |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC nominal 10 to 36 VDC allowed Positive, Negative, GND Terminals |
| Current Load |
24 VDC nominal @ 300 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
| Shock |
IEC 60068-2-27; 15G @ 11ms, 3-Axis (Operational) |
| Vibration | IEC 60068-2-6; 5G @ 10 to 150 Hz |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH with no condensation |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 5.38 x 1.99 x 4.38 in 13.67 x 5.05 x 11.13 cm |
| LED Indicators | Configuration (CFG), Error (ERR), Power (PWR), Hardware Fault (FLT), Network Status (NS), EtherNet/IP™ Class I or Class III Connection Status (EtherNet/IP Only) Module Status (MS), Module Configuration Status (EtherNet/IP Only) Ethernet Communication Port Link/Activity, and 100 mbit Serial Communication Port Receive (RX) and Transmit (TX) |
| Ethernet Port | 10/100Mbit half-duplex RJ45 Connector Electrical Isolation 1500 Vrms at 50 to 60 Hz for 60 seconds, applied as specified in section 5.3.2 of IEC 60950: 1991 Ethernet Broadcast Storm Resiliency is less than or equal to 5000 [ARP] frames-per-second and less than or equal to 5 minutes duration |
| Number of Serial Ports | 1 |
| Serial Port Isolation | 2500 Vrms port signal isolation per UL 1577 serial port communication signal uses RF (Radio Frequency) modulation signal as isolation media, IC chip model is SiliconLabs Si844x (Si8440,Si8441,Si8442) |
| Shipped With Each Unit |
2.5 mm screwdriver |
Certifications
| Declaration of Conformity (ATEX) | 348.50 kB | Last Modified 10/28/2019 |
| CB Safety | 327.80 kB | Last Modified 03/31/2020 |
| Korean KC Registration | 974.32 kB | Last Modified 07/07/2020 |
| UL/cUL; Class 1, Div 2 | 233.35 kB | Last Modified 04/08/2019 |
| Declaration of Conformity (RoHS/CE) | 359.34 kB | Last Modified 12/18/2020 |
| ODVA EtherNet/IP - Declaration of Conformity | 183.48 kB | Last Modified 11/09/2020 |