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Ethernet to DeviceNet Gateway (p/n AB7603)

Firmware Version 2.02 Now Available (June 2009)

The BridgeWay Ethernet to DeviceNet GatewayEtherNet to DeviceNet Gateway seamlessly connects EtherNet/IP Scanner and Modbus/TCP Master PLCs & HMIs to a DeviceNet Network.  The AB7603 provides full DeviceNet Master (or Slave) functionality allowing connectivity to 63 DeviceNet Slave devices.

In addition to industrial automation protocols, the AB7603 supports IT protocols such as SMTP, FTP, HTTP.  The AB7603 provides an internal web server to allow remote viewing of status and data via a web browser and can offer email and file transfer capabilities to enhance your application.

Example Use Cases
The AB7603 can be used as a gateway to connect information or control level networks to device level networks for:

  • Remote Programming or Configuration on your DeviceNet Networks
  • Used with a DCS, PLC or HMI to control or perform data collection on a DeviceNet network via EtherNet/IP or Modbus/TCP

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Key Features

  • Operates as an EtherNet/IP Adapter & Modbus/TCP Slave
  • Provides DeviceNet Master or Slave functionality on DeviceNet
  • Provides router / bridge functionality to connect EtherNet/IP to DeviceNet (CIP Routing) 
  • Configures via Rockwell Software's RSNetworx™ for DeviceNet or NetTool-DN-D (NetTool is available through Pyramid Solutions)
  • Supports Automatic Device Replacement (ADR) functionality ( now 128k was 64k prior to version 2.01 firmware)
  • Now Supports Configuration Consistency Value (CCV) functionality
  • Now Supports DeviceNet Quick Connect client functionality
  • Now supports configurable input safe state behavior
  • Works with ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC5/05, MicroLogix & other compatible PLCs, HMIs and Controllers supporting native EtherNet/IP / CIP messaging and connections
  • Supports FLASH field upgrades
  • Provides LED network and module status indicators
  • Includes a DIN rail mount
  • Rugged extruded aluminum enclosure
  • Brand label / OEM options

Target Industries & Application Examples

  • Industrial Automation
  • Motor Control Centers (MCC)
  • Water & Waste Water
  • Pulp & Paper
  • Packaging & Material Handling
  • Remote DeviceNet Monitoring, Control & Bridging

 

Specifications for Ethernet to DeviceNet - Part# AB7603

  • Dimensions: L = 4.96” (126 mm); W = 4.30” (109 mm); H = 1.65” (42mm)
  • Operating Voltage: 11 – 32 VDC
  • Operating Temperature: 0 - 70° C
  • EMC Compliance: EN50081-2 and EN50082-2
  • Certifications: CE & cULus
  • Mechanical Rating: IP20 / NEMA 1

Optional Accessories

           

AB7603 Configuration Kit - Part# AB7603-CFG

This kit will get you up and running quickly with the included serial cable and CD containing the latest AB7603 documents and module files

The kit contains the following materials:

  • 3 Meter 9 to 9 pin Serial Cable used for configuring the module with our  BWConfig software
  • Mini CD containing the latest version of our AB7603 User Manual, BWConfig software, Application Notes and EDS file.

    Note: you will need NetTool-DN-D (available separately from Pyramid Solutions) or RSNetworx to configure the module's DeviceNet Master Scanlist.

Version 2.02 Firmware Updates

Click here to get the latest firmware update for the AB7603

Important Firmware Update Notes

  • This version of the BridgeWay firmware is now compatible with all versions of RSNetworx and NetTool-DN-D. Versions of RSNetworx prior to v7.0 and all versions of NetTool-DN-D as of v3.3.1 do not support ADR data space larger than 64K bytes. When using early versions of the configuration tools, the BridgeWay will report an ADR limit of 65024 bytes. The module will be configured correctly by the tools but the amount of ADR data that can be stored will be limited. RSNetworx v7.0 and later will support the full 128K of ADR data space that is now supported by the AB7603 since Firmware version 2.01.

Other Key Firmware Updates

  • Changed the ADR configuration interface so that it is also compatible with configuration tools that only support up to 64K of ADR data space. See the Important Notes section above for more details.
  • Updated EDS file to correctly reflect the output assembly contents and corrected some I/O size comments.
     
  • Contact us today for details on this latest release.  The firmware update kits contain a complete list of updates to the module for each firmware revision.  All modules shipped after the firmware release date shown above will contain the indicated version of firmware