DH485 Router

A-DH485R/B

The A-DH485R/B DH485 Router provides intelligent data routing between EtherNet/IP™ and DH485, simplifying the migration from MicroLogix and SLC systems with DH485 communications to EtherNet/IP based ControlLogix or CompactLogix platforms.

The module can be used for remote programming of a SLC5/03 controller via Ethernet.

The DH485 Router’s AIC Mode provides direct conversion between RS485 and RS232, an ideal replacement for Rockwell’s 1761-NET-AIC module.Alternatively, the module makes use of the DH485 destination Node Address, (and Data File address in certain modes), to determine the target Logix controller. The mapping table, which can be configured in minutes, supports connections up to 8 Logix controllers.

Description

Universal QuickServer Gateway

The A-DH485R/B DH485 Router provides intelligent data routing between EtherNet/IP™ and DH485, simplifying the migration from MicroLogix and SLC systems with DH485 communications to EtherNet/IP based ControlLogix or CompactLogix platforms.

The module can be used for remote programming of a SLC5/03 controller via Ethernet.

The DH485 Router’s AIC Mode provides direct conversion between RS485 and RS232, an ideal replacement for Rockwell’s 1761-NET-AIC module.Alternatively, the module makes use of the DH485 destination Node Address, (and Data File address in certain modes), to determine the target Logix controller. The mapping table, which can be configured in minutes, supports connections up to 8 Logix controllers.

In Transparent PCCC mode, the user will be able to program and connect to SLC5/03 PLCs.

The module can operate in both Logix “owned” and standalone mode. With a Logix connection, the input and output assemblies will provide additional diagnostics information in the Logix controller environment.The module’s RS485 port uses a terminal block for convenient installation.A built-in webserver provides detailed diagnostics of system configuration and operation, including the display of received DH485 communication packets, without the need for any additional software.

Architectures

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Features and Benefits

  • 1761-NET-AIC replacement
  • Direct-To-Tag technology for Logix Controllers
  • Isolated serial ports
  • Support for Device Level Ring (DLR) or use as two-port embedded switch
  • Intelligent routing to Logix/SLC/MicroLogix
  • Support for Reactive tag mapping (Slave) and Scheduled tag mapping (Master)
  • Supports PLC5/SLC mapping
  • Support for Logix programming over Ethernet for Serial interfaces (SLC/MicroLogix)
  • Interfacing of PanelView Plus and PV800 from Ethernet to Serial

Configuration

The Slate Configuration Utility software is used for configuration and troubleshooting of the module. The stand-alone configuration utility allows users to define the setup and configuration of the module, and connections with controllers and devices.

Specifications

EtherNet/IP Network

Specification Rating
Connector RJ45
Conductors CAT5 STP/UTP
ARP Connections Max 40
TCP Connections Max 40
CIP Connections Max 10
Communication Rate 10/100 Mbps
Duplex Mode Full / Half
Auto-MDIX Support Yes
Embedded Switch Yes, 2x Ethernet ports

Serial Ports (RS232, RS485) 

Specification Rating
Connector 9-way terminal (shared)
Conductor 24 – 18 AWG
Electrical Isolation (RS232) 1000 V DC
Electrical Isolation (RS485) 1500 Vrms (1 minute)
Port Speed (bps) 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200
Parity None, Even, Odd
Data, Stop Bits 8, 1

DH485 Router

Specification Rating
Transparent Mode Mapping 20 (maximum)
Logix Tag Mode Mapping 20 (maximum)
Reactive/Scheduled Tag Mode Message Support PLC-5 Type – Read, Write
SLC Type – Read, Write
Rockwell Automation Controller programming Support SLC5/03

NOTE:  All products are pre-order items

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