Ethernet/IP to PROFIBUS DP/PA Master Gateway

Direct Integration of PROFIBUS DP and PA Segments into Ethernet/IP Control Systems

With epGate PB it is possible to integrate up to 2 PROFIBUS PA segments and 1 PROFIBUS DP segment into Ethernet/IP systems. With epGate PB the engineering costs can be reduced since it re-uses existing power conditioners in technology upgrade projects. It enables configuration, parameterization and plant asset management using standard industry tools.

Similar Solutions:

epGate DP: Integrate PROFIBUS DP segments into ethernet/IP systems

epGate PA: Integrate up to 4 PROFIBUS PA segments into ethernet/IP systems

epGate PN: Integrate PROFINET I/O devices into ethernet/IP systems

Overview

Key Component for Transition to State-of-the-Art Technology

• Simple replacement of installed PROFIBUS DP/PA segment coupler

• Re-use of existing PROFIBUS segments without requiring modification

• Support of common control systems e.g. Emerson DetlaV or Rockwell Control Logix

• Support of DLR for redundant communication in the ring with EtherNet/IP

Direct Connectivity to PROFIBUS Segments

• Single access point to PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA segments from EtherNet/IP networks

• Acting as EtherNet/IP device (adapter), PROFIBUS PA and PROFIBUS DP Master

• Support of one PROFIBUS DP segment and up to two PROFIBUS PA segments

• Support of up to 64 PROFIBUS devices

Configuration, Parameterization and Plant Asset Management Using Standard Industry Tools

• Supports major EtherNet/IP engineering tools such as Studio 5000 and AMS Device Manager

• Included CommDTM allowing use in FDT/DTM frame applications

• EDD-based device parametrization using Siemens Simatic PDM

Simple Integration Through Add-On Instructions

• Data access of PLC program to PROFIBUS devices without requiring detailed PROFIBUS knowledge

• Mapping between the two protocols generated by provided tools

• Use of Add-On Instructions (AOI) containing detailed PROFIBUS data type definitions

• Transparent communication overcoming protocol differences

• Optimized for usage with Allen Bradley controllers