ProSoft PLX82-EIP-PNC EtherNet/IP to PROFINET Gateway Module

Product Description

The PLX82-EIP-PNC gateway from ProSoft Technology is designed to integrate EtherNet/IP controllers with PROFINET RT devices. Acting as a PROFIBUS DP slave, it enables Rockwell Automation controllers to communicate seamlessly with up to 36 PROFINET devices, including drives, HMIs, controllers, and I/O modules.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Allen Bradley / ProSoft Technology

• Model: PLX82-EIP-PNC

• Part Number: PLX82-EIP-PNC

• Product Type: Communication Gateway Module

• EtherNet/IP Connections:

• Class 3 Server: 5 connections

• Class 1 I/O: 20 connections

• PROFINET I/O Data Capacity: 3840 bytes IN, 3840 bytes OUT

• Power Supply: 24 VDC nominal (10–36 VDC range)

• Current Load: 400 mA @ 24 VDC (610 mA max)

• Operating Temperature: 0–50°C

• Storage Temperature: –10–70°C

• Relative Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing

• Shock Resistance: 15 g operational, 300 g non-operational

• Vibration Resistance: 5 g, 10–150 Hz

• Dimensions: Height 140.1 mm × Width 52.4 mm × Depth 110.9 mm

• Weight: 1 kg

Core Features

• Seamless integration between EtherNet/IP controllers and PROFINET RT devices

• Supports up to 36 PROFINET devices simultaneously

• Dual-direction data exchange with large cyclic I/O capacity

• Compact design with robust environmental resistance

• Suitable for industrial automation requiring multi-protocol communication

Application Scenarios

• Integration of PROFINET-based drives and HMIs into EtherNet/IP systems

• SCADA and distributed control systems requiring EtherNet/IP to PROFINET conversion

• Industrial automation environments needing multi-protocol gateways

FAQ

• Q: How many PROFINET devices can be connected?  A: Up to 36 devices including controllers, drives, HMIs, and I/O modules.

• Q: What is the maximum cyclic I/O data capacity?  A: 3840 bytes IN and 3840 bytes OUT.

• Q: What is the operating temperature range?  A: 0–50°C.