ProSoft PLX31-EIP-MBS4 EtherNet/IP to 4-Port Modbus Serial Gateway

Technical Specifications

Model:PLX31-EIP-MBS4

Brand:ProSoft

Product type:Standalone EtherNet/IP to Modbus RTU/ASCII 4-Channel Serial Communication Gateway

Power supply:10~36VDC,nominal 24VDC

Current consumption:300mA@24VDC,max 610mA

Communication:EtherNet/IP adapter;four independent serial ports,RS232/RS422/RS485 jumper selectable,Modbus RTU/ASCII

Weight:0.35kg

Operating temperature:-25℃ ~ +70℃

Storage temperature:-40℃ ~ +80℃

Relative humidity:5%~95%,non-condensing

Dimension:136.7mm50.5mm111.3mm

Certification:CE,UL,Class I Division2

System compatibility

PLX31-EIP-MBS4 belongs to ProSoft PLX31 series standalone protocol gateway.

It communicates with Rockwell ControlLogix,CompactLogix and other EtherNet/IP controllers via EtherNet/IP network.

Four serial channels can independently connect Modbus serial transmitters,meters,drives and RTU devices.

Suitable for factory,energy and water treatment multi-drop Modbus field automation system renovation and spare replacement.

Function

Works as EtherNet/IP adapter and Modbus serial master or slave.

Supports implicit I/O connection for real-time control and explicit messaging.

Embedded EDS add-on profile,simple integration with Rockwell controller.

Supports Enron/Daniel floating point data and full set of Modbus function codes.

Each serial port can be independently configured for baud rate,parity and protocol mode.

SD card slot for optional configuration backup and quick device replacement.

Supports ProSoft Discovery Service for IP configuration without same subnet.

Bidirectional high-speed data exchange between EtherNet/IP and four Modbus serial networks.

Installation

Mount gateway on DIN rail,connect 24VDC power supply.

Connect RJ45 ethernet cable to EtherNet/IP network,wire four serial ports to Modbus field instruments.

Set serial interface via jumpers,configure port parameters and data mapping in ProSoft Configuration Builder.

Import EDS file into Studio5000,establish EtherNet/IP connection,check LED indicators after power-up.

Interface

110/100Mbps Ethernet RJ45 port,4terminal block serial ports,SD card slot,power terminal,LED indicators:PWR,FLT,CFG,NS,MS,RX,TX.

Feature

DIN rail mounted compact standalone gateway design.

Isolated ethernet and four serial ports to protect industrial network.

8 Class1 I/O connections with independent RPI setting for data priority.

Configuration backup via SD card for fast field replacement.

Shock and vibration resistant design,stable operation in industrial cabinet environment.

Diagnostic

Check module power and status LED;communication failure:verify ethernet wiring,IP address and serial bus termination resistor;data abnormal:check Modbus station address and data mapping table.

Product Brief

PLX31-EIP-MBS4 is ProSoft PLX31 series 4-channel standalone protocol gateway.

It realizes bidirectional data conversion between EtherNet/IP controller and multi-channel Modbus RTU/ASCII serial field devices,for industrial automation multi-drop network system maintenance and transformation.

Disclaimer

Product parameters are for reference only and shall not be used as pricing basis. Goods are in short supply and will be powered on for inspection before shipment. Overseas delivery lead time is 3-7 working days. The product is only used for equipment maintenance and transformation.