Product Details
Module Performance Overview
The ILX69-PBS (Part Number: ILX69-PBS) is a high-speed communication gateway designed to integrate Allen-Bradley CompactLogix L1, L2, or L3 processors into a PROFIBUS DP network. Operating as a powerful DPV1 Slave, this module enables the seamless exchange of cyclic I/O data and acyclic messaging between the Rockwell Automation backplane and a PROFIBUS Master. Its primary advantage lies in the hardware-integrated protocol stack, which offloads complex communication tasks from the CPU to maintain optimal controller scan times.
Technical Specifications and Data Limits
The ILX69-PBS is engineered for high-density data environments and strict industrial timing requirements.
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Maximum I/O Throughput: Supports up to 244 bytes of Input data and 244 bytes of Output data per scan.
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Transmission Velocity: Automatic baud rate detection up to 12,000 kbit/s (12 Mbps).
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Protocol Support: PROFIBUS DPV0 and DPV1 (Acyclic messaging for advanced diagnostics).
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Backplane Compatibility: Standard 1769 CompactLogix chassis or distributed 1769 I/O racks.
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Current Consumption: 500 mA @ 5 VDC.
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Physical Port: Single DB9 Female connector with standard PROFIBUS pinout.
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Weight: Approximately 1.0 kg (2.20 lbs).
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GSD File: Required for Master-side configuration (provided by manufacturer).
Integration FAQ
How is the module configured within the Rockwell environment?Configuration is performed through the ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) utility. For Studio 5000 or RSLogix 5000, the module is integrated via an Add-On Profile (AOP) or by using a generic module profile with provided Add-On Instructions (AOI) to map I/O data to controller tags.
Does the module require an external power supply?No, the ILX69-PBS draws its operating power directly from the 1769 backplane. However, the PROFIBUS cable itself should be properly terminated at both ends of the segment to ensure signal integrity at high baud rates.
Application Scenarios
The ILX69-PBS is frequently deployed in hybrid manufacturing plants where an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix system must report to a Siemens-based PLC or a larger PROFIBUS-controlled SCADA network. It is ideal for high-speed motion synchronization and complex instrumentation data harvesting.
Additional Information
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