Anybus X-gateway – DeviceNet Scanner - ControlNet Adapter

The Anybus X-gateway allows you to seamlessly inter-connect PLC control systems and their connected devices between DeviceNet and ControlNet networks.

FAST COPYING OF I/O DATA

The X-gateways primary function is with the fast transfer of cyclic I/O data between the two networks. This offloads your PLC from working with additional calculations. The gateway acts as a Scanner on DeviceNet network and an Adapter on the ControlNet network. The data transmission is completely transparent with a maximum data capacity of 512 bytes in each direction.

EASY CONFIGURATION - NO PROGRAMMING REQUIRED!

The connection between the two networks is quickly set up in the Anybus Configuration Manager software, included with the X-gateway. No programming skills are needed to set up the X-gateway. As factory default the X-gateways have a pre-defined I/O size of 20 bytes I/O.

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Features and benefits

DeviceNet Scanner/Master features

ControlNet Adapter features

Technical Specifications

Features and benefits

  • Fast copying of cyclic I/O data between two networks (10-15 ms)
  • Proven and tested with all PLC manufacturers
  • Supports up to a maximum of 512 bytes of Input and Output data in each direction
  • Powerful Scanner interface for DeviceNet eliminates the need for a PLC controller
  • Optional control and status information added to the I/O data for diagnostic purposes
  • Robust stand-alone housing for use in harsh industrial environments
  • Global free technical support and consultancy

DeviceNet Scanner/Master features

An Anybus X-gateway with an integrated DeviceNet Scanner interface can be used when there is no existing DeviceNet controlling PLC.

  • DeviceNet CONFORMANCE TESTED™ by ODVA
  • DeviceNetNet Specification version: Communications Adapter profile 12
  • Supports up to 63 DeviceNet Adapter/Slaves
  • Max. 512 bytes of Input and 512 bytes of Output data
  • Optional Live List of the active status of the connected adapters
  • DeviceNet baudrate 125, 250, 500 kbit/s
  • Supports I/O Slave messaging: Bit strobe, Polling, Cyclic and COS
  • MacID node address setting via DIP switches
  • 1x 5-pin, 5.08 Phoenix plug connector

ControlNet Adapter features

ControlNet Adapter settings can be made either via on-board switches, or by importing the provided .EDS file into engineering tool of the controlling PLC.

  • ControlNet CONFORMANCE TESTED™ by ODVA
  • ControlNet Specification version: Communications Adapter profile 12
  • Max. 450 bytes of Input and 450 bytes of Output data
  • ControlNet baudrate 5 Mbit/s
  • Supports Polled & Bitstrobed, I/O Change-of-state / cyclic I/O
  • Supports media redundancy
  • MacID node address setting via DIP switch
  • Network Access Port (NAP)
  • ControlNet network configuration via .EDS file
  • Can be used with RG-6 quad shielded cable
  • 2x BNC network connectors

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions (L•W•H)   114 x 44 x 127mm or 4,49 x 1,73 x 5,00"
Weight 400g or 0,880 lbs
Operating temperature -25 to +65 °C  or  -13 to +149 °F 
Storage temperature -40 to +85 °C  or  -40 to +185 °F 
Power supply 24 VDC +/- 20% via 2-pole 5.08 mm Phoenix pluggable screw connector  
Current consumption     max. 400mA (Typical 200mA)
Enclosure material  Aluminium and plastic
Installation position Vertical / Flat*
Galvanic isolation YES, on both BUS/Ethernet side
Mechanical rating IP20, NEMA rating 1
Mounting DIN-rail (EN 50022 standard)
I/O configuration via USB port with Anybus Configuration Manager software
Certifications CE, CULUS, RoHS

Ordering information

Order Code  AB7812
Included components            

Gateway
Quick start documentation
USB configuration cable
Resource CD with DeviceNet master configuration software

Power supply not included

Configuration software is available for download.

3 year guarantee. For purchasing instructions and terms and conditions, see: How to buy

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Connect any two industrial networks — Fieldbus, or Industrial Ethernet or connect to IT systems via MQTT or OPC UA.
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Data exchange

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X-gateway assistance

Through HMS Technical Services, start-up assistance, on-site help and trainings are available.
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Anybus X-gateway case studies

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