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EtherNet/IP to Modbus TCP/IP Communications Gateway

PLX32-EIP-MBTCP

ProSoft Technology’s EtherNet/IP™ to Modbus® TCP/IP communication gateway allows high-speed bi-directional data transfers between Rockwell Automation® PACs and Schneider Electric® PACs. Our Modbus® TCP/IP driver features multiple client and server functionality, for faster data transmission. Two separate Ethernet ports allow each protocol to reside on separate subnets, allowing you to pass data between the two subnets without changing each device’s IP address. In addition, the gateway includes an embedded EDS Add-On Profile, allowing for simplified integration and reduced commissioning time.

A conformal coating option is available for this product.

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Features and Benefits

  • Two separate Ethernet ports allow each protocol to reside on separate subnets. This allows you to pass data between the two subnets without changing each device’s IP address to be on the same subnet.
  • Data prioritization: Multiple I/O connections allow you to set RPIs for status and/or control data.
  • Includes an embedded EDS Add-On Profile, allowing for simplified integration and reduced commissioning time.
  • Gateway includes a SD card slot (SD card optional) for storing configuration files. This can be used for disaster recovery.
  • 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
Unconnected: 1

Number of Class 1 I/O Connections

2

I/O connection sizes

248/248

Max RPI time

5 ms per connection

CIP Services Supported

0x4C - CIP Data Table Read
0x4D - CIP Data Table Write

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
PLC5 Binary Command Set
PLC5 ASCII Command Set
SLC500 Command Set

Modbus® TCP/IP Specifications

Specification

Description

Supported Modbus Function Codes

1: Read Coil Status
2: Read Input Status
3: Read Holding Registers
4: Read Input Registers
5: Force (Write) Single Coil
6: Preset (Write) Single Holding Register
15: Force (Write) Multiple Coils
16: Preset (Write) Multiple Holding Registers
22: Mask Write Holding Register (Slave Only)
23: Read/Write Holding Registers (Slave Only)

Supported Clients

10

Supported Servers

MBAP: 5
Encapsulated: 5

Command List

Up to 160 fully configurable Client commands

Status Data

Error codes reported individually for each command

Command List Polling

Each command can be individually enabled or disabled; write-only-on-data-change is available

Hardware

Specification

Description

Power Supply

24 VDC nominal 10 to 36 VDC allowed Positive, Negative, GND Terminals

Current Load

24 VDC nominal @ 300 mA
10 to 36 VDC @ 610 mA maximum

Operating Temperature

-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)

Storage Temperature

-40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F)

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

Certifications

ODVA EtherNet/IP - Declaration of Conformity 183.48 kB Last Modified 11/09/2020
Korean KC Registration 974.32 kB Last Modified 07/07/2020
ATEX Letter of Conformity 107.32 kB Last Modified 05/12/2022
CB Safety 348.30 kB Last Modified 10/20/2022
UL Certificate of Compliance 233.35 kB Last Modified 11/16/2022
Country Approval - Eurasian Customs Union Conformity (EAC) (Wired) 1.92 MB Last Modified 07/10/2020
Declaration of Conformity (RoHS/CE) 114.24 kB Last Modified 06/01/2022
Declaration of REACH Compliance 145.49 kB Last Modified 06/01/2022