Control Up To 32 DeviceNet Slave Devices from a Serial PLC5, SLC or MicroLogix PLC
You now have the capability to efficiently manage a network comprising up to 32 DeviceNet Slaves using a legacy Allen-Bradley serial DF1 PLC. Connecting DeviceNet Slaves to Serial DF1 PLCs not only preserves older PLC models like the PLC5, SLC, and MicroLogix from being rendered obsolete but also empowers them to directly oversee and control DeviceNet devices. It represents a pivotal tool in extending the lifespan and functionality of these venerable PLCs. It offers a cost-effective and practical alternative to costly upgrades or replacements.
How Do I Use the 460DMDFM in My Application?
In most cases, the mapping process is remarkably straightforward. PLC data table values, such as N7:200 and F9:1, are directly transferred into the Input and Output assemblies of the cyclic data exchange for every DeviceNet Slave connection. The 460DMDFM simplifies the integration process significantly, making it accessible even for those with minimal experience in the field.
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DeviceNet Master Features
DeviceNet Operation Modes: UCMM Client, Group 2 Client, Group 2 only ClientImplicit Message Support: Polled only, Assembly Object
Maximum DeviceNet Slave Devices: 32
Data per Slave: 0-400 Bytes in each direction
Supported Data Types: BIT8, BIT16, BIT32, INT8, INT16, INT32, INT64, UINT8, UINT16, UINT32, UINT64, Float, Double
DF1 Master Features
Operation Modes: DFM Full Duplex and DFM Half DuplexPLCs Supported: MicroLogix 1000, SLC 5/03 5/04 5/05, most PLC5s
Maximum number of Devices supported: 1 in Full Duplex Mode, 32 in Half Duplex
Data Type Supported: 100 Integers or 100 Binaries, or 50 floats, 82 character string per scan line
Scan lines: 100 input, 100 output
Physical Connections: RS485 and RS232
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