PLX31-EIP-ASCII ProSoft Technology EtherNet/IP to ASCII

The 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.

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 4000 16-bit registers can be used to exchange large amounts of data.

• Specifications
• Power Supply - 24 VDC nominal 18 to 32 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 - 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
• Vibration - IEC 60068-2-6; 5G @ 10 to 150 Hz