Product Details
Configured for fieldbus network integration in PACSystems RSTi-EP platforms, the Emerson EPXPNS001 (EPXPNS001 PROFINET Scanner) provides direct physical/electrical execution. It establishes high-speed deterministic data transfer between the central controller and up to 64 local I/O modules via dual RJ-45 interfaces.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | EPXPNS001 |
| Brand | Emerson |
| Base Model | EPXPNS001 |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 220 g (7.76 oz) |
| Dimensions | 52 mm x 76 mm x 120 mm |
| Operating Temp | -20 to +60 deg C (-4 to +140 deg F) |
| Power Consumption | Current consumption from system path (ISYS): 116 mA |
| Supply Voltage | System/Inputs/Outputs: 20.4 VDC to 28.8 VDC |
| Fieldbus Protocol | PROFINET Version 2.3 Class C I/O Device (IRT, RT) |
| Physical Interface | 2 x RJ-45 ports, Micro USB 2.0 configuration interface |
| Transfer Rate | Fieldbus: 100 Mbps max; System Bus: 48 Mbps max |
| Process Image | Max 512 bytes input, max 512 bytes output |
| Max Module Capacity | Up to 64 active I/O modules |
| Feed-in Current | Max 10 A for input modules, max 10 A for output modules |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing (DIN EN 61131-2) |
Profinet / EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks and I/O Density Scaling
The EPXPNS001 PROFINET Scanner maintains deterministic communication profiles using PROFINET Version 2.3 Class C protocol (RT/IRT) with selectable update rates down to 1 ms. Supporting Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) ring topologies, the module handles process image exchanges of up to 512 bytes input and 512 bytes output. It scales I/O density by managing up to 64 local slices, bridging high-speed 100 Mbps network traffic down to the 48 Mbps RSTi-EP local system bus via galvanically isolated physical layers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the minimum PROFINET I/O update rate required for bumpless operation in an MRP ring topology?
A: The minimum recommended I/O update rate for bumpless failover in a Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) ring configuration is 32 ms or slower for the EPXPNS001 scanner.
Q: How do the PWR, SF, and BF LED indicators reflect the hardware operational status?
A: A solid green PWR LED indicates active logic supply; a solid red SF LED indicates a system fault, scanner module error, or active force mode; and a solid red BF LED signals a loss of physical connection to the fieldbus network.
Q: What wire gauge range is supported by the spring-style connection terminals?
A: The spring-style terminals accept single-wired or fine-wired conductors with cross-sections ranging from 0.14 mm2 to 1.5 mm2 (AWG 26 to AWG 16).
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mount the scanner onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail inside a protective industrial panel enclosure.
- Connect the 20.4 VDC to 28.8 VDC power supply wires to the spring terminals, ensuring proper wire strip lengths between 0.14 mm2 and 1.5 mm2.
- Insert RJ-45 Ethernet network cables into Port 1 and Port 2 until the locking tabs snap securely.
- Align adjacent RSTi-EP I/O module slice connectors and slide them firmly onto the right side of the scanner to engage the internal system bus.
- Connect the functional earth terminal to the central enclosure ground rail to ensure full noise immunity and surge suppression.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
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- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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