
This unit replaces the Anybus AB7007/AB7072 Communicator
Integrate your Modbus RTU based industrial devices and equipment to EtherNet/IP control systems without any changes to the device. Just connect, configure and you’re done.
The Anybus Communicator can transfer large amounts of data, is fast to configure thanks to its’ drag and drop web interface, and is built on trusted Anybus technology.
Product Information
- Selectable RS-232/485 interface
- 3 ms serial update rate (selectable)
- Visual I/O data map to map serial data to industrial network
- Drag and drop frame builder for custom protocols, no programming required
- Trigger serial transactions from the control system with triggers
- Transfer data between serial nodes with a general data area
- Monitor and control serial nodes from the control system with a live list and data exchange control
- Ability to import Communicator Classic configuration file
- EtherNet/IP adapter mode
- Transfer up to 1 448 bytes to and from EtherNet/IP (2896 bytes total)
- Class 1 and Class 3 connection for process data
- Device Level Ring (beacon mode)
- Quick Connect class B
- Dual RJ45 Ethernet ports with 10/100 Mbit full duplex
- Daisy chaining with integrated switch
General
Dimensions (L x W x H) with the serial and power connector | 144 x 27 x 98 mm 5,67 x 1.06 x 3.85 in |
Weight | 150 grams, 0.33 lb |
Buttons and switches | Reset button and security switch |
LEDs | Gateway, Serial, and EtherNet/IP status |
IP rating | IP20, NEMA rating 1 |
Housing material | PC ABS, UL 94 VO |
Mounting | DIN rail (35 * 7,5/15), EN50022 |
Environment
Operating temperature | -25 to 70° C, -13 to 158° F |
Storage temperature | -40 to 85° C, -40 to 185° F |
Relative humidity | 0-95% non condensing |
Installation altitude | Up to 2 000 m |
Power
Input voltage | 12 – 30 VDC |
Current consumption | Typical: 160 mA @ 24V Max: 400 mA @ 12V |
Power connector | 3-pole Phoenix plug |
Protection | Reverse voltage protection and short circuit protection |
Serial RS232/485 Port
Ports | 1 x RS232/RS485 |
Baud rate | 1200 bps to 128 kbps |
Max stations | 31 |
Isolation | Galvanic isolation |
Connector | 7-pole Phoenix connector |
Max nodes | 31 |
MODBUS RTU
Modes | Master |
Functions supported | 1, 2,3, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 22, 23 |
Max number of commands | 150 |
Input data size | 1 500 bytes |
Output data size. | 1 500 bytes |
MODBUS TCP
Modes | Server |
Max number of connections | 4 |
Input data size | 1 500 bytes |
Output data size. | 1 500 bytes |
ETHERNET PORTS
Ports | 2 x Ethernet |
Isolation | Galvanic isolation |
Bitrate | 10/100 Mbit full duplex |
Connector | RJ45 |
Switch. | Dual-port cut-through switch |
Certifications and standards
UL | CULUS |
CE | 2014/30/EU |
EMC | EN 61000-6-2 EN 61000-4-2 EN 61000-4-3 EN 61000-4-4 EN 61000-4-5 EN 61000-4-6 EN 61000-6-4 EN 55032 |
Environment | IEC 60068-2-1 Ab IEC 60068-2-2 Bb IEC 60068-2-1 Ab IEC 60068-2-2 Bb IEC 60068-2-14 Nb IEC 60068-2-30 Db IEC 60068-2-78 Cab IEC 60068-2-78 Cab |
Vibration and shock | IEC 60068-2-27 IEC 60068-2-6 |
Waste certification | WEE |
Configuration
Configuration software | Web-based configuration |
Configuration ports | Dedicated 10/100 Mbit RJ45 Ethernet configuration port and EtherNet/IP ports |
Security
Secure boot | Ensures software authenticity |
Security switch | Physical switch that enable/disable access to the web-based configuration interface |
Product packaging
Content | Gateway, power connector, serial connector, start-up guide, compliance information sheet |
Box material | Cardboard |
Mean time between failure
MTBF | > 1 500 000 h, Telcordia Method I Case 3 at 30° C |
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