The HMS/Anybus AB7000-C is a serial master-to-PROFIBUS protocol converter belonging to the Anybus Communicator series. Its core function is to convert RS-232/485 serial protocols into PROFIBUS protocols, enabling seamless connection between various serial devices and PROFIBUS control systems. It ensures reliable, secure, and high-speed data transmission between different industrial networks, and features convenient configuration and strong adaptability. Suitable for device networking and system integration in industrial automation scenarios, its successor models are the ABC3000-A and ABC3000EX-A.
Core Functions and Performance Parameters
Communication Capabilities
- Protocol Conversion: It supports converting multiple serial protocols including Modbus RTU, ASCII and DF1 into the PROFIBUS-DP-V0 protocol. Functioning as a PROFIBUS DP slave, it can communicate with PROFIBUS controllers (e.g., PLCs). It is capable of connecting up to 32 Modbus RTU servers (slaves) and supporting 150 Modbus commands, with the serial update rate as low as 3ms.
- Data Transmission: It can transmit 244 bytes of data with PROFIBUS controllers, with the maximum total data volume reaching 344 bytes. The PROFIBUS baud rate ranges from 9600 bit/s to 12 Mbit/s, and it comes with an automatic baud rate detection function.
- Serial Interfaces: It is compatible with RS-232/485 interfaces, meeting the connection requirements of different serial devices.
Configuration and Management
- Web Interface Configuration: Equipped with a dedicated Ethernet configuration port, it requires no additional software installation. Users can access the graphical web interface by entering the device IP address in a browser, enabling quick completion of network configuration, protocol parameter settings and other operations. It also supports configuration import/export, firmware update and device description file download.
- Advanced Configuration Functions: It features a graphical transaction builder, controller/PLC triggers, and inter-node data exchange, etc., which can flexibly handle complex application scenarios. It supports the legacy mode, allowing the import of existing serial configurations and being compatible with the original controller/PLC configurations.
Diagnostics and Monitoring: Nodes can be monitored and controlled via real-time lists and data exchange control functions. The data monitor can analyze real-time data, track IMO data, and export log files for troubleshooting.
Physical Characteristics
- It adopts a DIN rail mounting design, featuring a slim profile and front-facing ports for easy installation and wiring inside industrial control cabinets. It has a net weight of 300g, with a package width of 14mm, and the packaging material is cardboard.
Application Scenarios
- Industrial Automation Production Lines: Integrate legacy RS-232/485 serial devices (e.g., sensors, instruments, actuators, etc.) into PROFIBUS control systems to enable device data acquisition and control, and improve the automation level of production lines.
- Factory Network Upgrades: Upgrade existing serial device-based factory networks to PROFIBUS networks without replacing the original equipment, reducing network upgrade costs while enhancing data transmission efficiency and stability.
Process Control System Integration: Deployed in process control systems for industries such as petrochemicals, power generation and metallurgy, it enables data interoperability between devices supporting different protocols, ensuring precise control and efficient operation of production processes.
Product Model and Ordering Information
This product is originally manufactured in Sweden, with the HS Code of 8517620000 and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) of 5A991.b.3.
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