DeviceNet Fieldbus system
What is DeviceNet?
DeviceNet is an open fieldbus standard based on CAN which was developed by Rockwell Automation and which is used in industrial automation. The CAN bus serves as the basis. DeviceNet enables communication between devices made by different manufacturers without any special interface adaptations.
DeviceNet ASi Gateways
DeviceNet ASi-3 Gateways in stainless steel provide an interface for a DeviceNet fieldbus. These ASi gateways are available in various versions with IP20 protection rating.
DeviceNet ASi
| Figure | Model | "IP20": "IP40": Protected against solid foreign bodies having a diameter of 1.0 mm or larger, protected against access with a wire, no protection against water. "IP54": Protection against dust in damaging amounts, complete protection against contact, protection against splashing water in any angle.
Dust-tight, full protection against contact, protection against temporary immersion. |
Communication interface between fieldbus and gateway: interfaces for standardized fieldbus systems in industrial automation. PROFIBUS ASi gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus
PROFIBUS ASi Basic gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus PROFIBUS ASi IP65 gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus EtherNet/IP+ Modbus TCP ASi gateway: interface for an EtherNet/IP+ ModbusTCP fieldbus BACnet/IP ASi gateway: interface for a BACnet/IP fieldbus Compact-/MicroLogix ASi gateway: interface for the Compact-/MicroLogix fieldbus POWERLINK ASi gateway: interface for an POWERLINK fieldbus OPC UA server: interface for the OPC UA communication
| Standard devices"Single Master": 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master. 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters. Safety devices "Single Master" : 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master. 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters. | " yes, max. 4 A/ASi network ": Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Cost-effective power for 2 ASi networks with 1 power supply (optionally supply of multiple Single Gateways by 1 power supply). Operation with short cable lengths with standard 24 V power supply possible.
Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Cost-effective power for 2 ASi networks with 1 power supply (optionally supply of multiple Single Gateways by 1 power supply). Operation with short cable lengths with standard 24 V power supply possible.
Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Optimized for use with 2 x UL certified 30 V/3 A power supplies with power limitation <100 W (BW4223). In combination 2 separate NEC Class 2 compliant ASi circuits are created.
1 ASi power supply per ASi network. Gateway is powered in normal operation from one of the two ASi power supplies. Should one ASi power supply fail, switching to the other ASi power supply allows all the diagnostics functions to be maintained and the unaffected ASi network continues to operate.
1 ASi power supply per ASi network. | "USB": Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann proprietary software by using the USB interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet diagnostic interface or Ethernet fieldbus interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet diagnostic interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet fieldbus interface or by using an adapter cable via RS 232 interface.
Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using an adapter cable via RS 232 interface.
The latest version of the device description file of the gateway/gateway with integrated safety monitor (GSD, GSDML, EDS, etc.) is available in the "Downloads" section of the respective device. | Detects whether the same address has been assigned to two ASi nodes. Frequent error when using a handheld addressing device. | Checks the ASi line for interference effects such as noise, external voltages, ... | Using a C-program offers the possibility to run mini-PLC functions with a gateway. | Article No. |
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 | Gateway | IP20 | DeviceNet | 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters | yes, max. 4 A/ASi network | RS 232 | yes | yes | no | BWU1820 ASi-3 DeviceNet Gateway in Stainless Steel, 2 masters |
| Gateway | IP20 | DeviceNet | 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters | no, max. 8 A/ASi network, redundant supply | RS 232 | yes | yes | no | BWU1819 ASi-3 DeviceNet Gateway in Stainless Steel, 2 masters |
| Gateway | IP20 | DeviceNet | 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master | no, max. 8 A/ASi network | RS 232 | yes | yes | no | BWU1818 ASi-3 DeviceNet Gateway in Stainless Steel, 1 master |
Safety, DeviceNet ASi
| Figure | Type | Model | "IP20": "IP40": Protected against solid foreign bodies having a diameter of 1.0 mm or larger, protected against access with a wire, no protection against water. "IP54": Protection against dust in damaging amounts, complete protection against contact, protection against splashing water in any angle.
Dust-tight, full protection against contact, protection against temporary immersion. |
Communication interface between fieldbus and gateway: interfaces for standardized fieldbus systems in industrial automation. PROFIBUS ASi gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus
PROFIBUS ASi Basic gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus PROFIBUS ASi IP65 gateway: interface for a PROFIBUS fieldbus EtherNet/IP+ Modbus TCP ASi gateway: interface for an EtherNet/IP+ ModbusTCP fieldbus BACnet/IP ASi gateway: interface for a BACnet/IP fieldbus Compact-/MicroLogix ASi gateway: interface for the Compact-/MicroLogix fieldbus POWERLINK ASi gateway: interface for an POWERLINK fieldbus OPC UA server: interface for the OPC UA communication
| Standard devices"Single Master": 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master. 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters. Safety devices "Single Master" : 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master. 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters. 2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters. | " yes, max. 4 A/ASi network ": Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Cost-effective power for 2 ASi networks with 1 power supply (optionally supply of multiple Single Gateways by 1 power supply). Operation with short cable lengths with standard 24 V power supply possible.
Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Cost-effective power for 2 ASi networks with 1 power supply (optionally supply of multiple Single Gateways by 1 power supply). Operation with short cable lengths with standard 24 V power supply possible.
Data decoupling integrated in the gateway. Optimized for use with 2 x UL certified 30 V/3 A power supplies with power limitation <100 W (BW4223). In combination 2 separate NEC Class 2 compliant ASi circuits are created.
1 ASi power supply per ASi network. Gateway is powered in normal operation from one of the two ASi power supplies. Should one ASi power supply fail, switching to the other ASi power supply allows all the diagnostics functions to be maintained and the unaffected ASi network continues to operate.
1 ASi power supply per ASi network. | "USB": Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann proprietary software by using the USB interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet diagnostic interface or Ethernet fieldbus interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet diagnostic interface. Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using the Ethernet fieldbus interface or by using an adapter cable via RS 232 interface.
Access to ASi Master and Safety Monitor with Bihl+Wiedemann software by using an adapter cable via RS 232 interface.
The latest version of the device description file of the gateway/gateway with integrated safety monitor (GSD, GSDML, EDS, etc.) is available in the "Downloads" section of the respective device. | Detects whether the same address has been assigned to two ASi nodes. Frequent error when using a handheld addressing device. | Checks the ASi line for interference effects such as noise, external voltages, ... | Using a C-program offers the possibility to run mini-PLC functions with a gateway. | An externally connected relay (contactor) can be monitored by connecting the feedback loop to the EDM input. | Inputs Safety, SIL 3, Cat. 4 | Outputs Safety, SIL 3, cat. 4 | Safety outputs, independent according to SIL 3, expandable to | Safety communication | Article No. |
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 | Safety, DeviceNet | Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor | IP20 | DeviceNet | 1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master | yes, max. 4 A/ASi network | Ethernet diagnostic | yes | yes | optional | 6 | 3 x 2 channels | 6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs | max. 31, max. 991 in max. configuration | Safe Link | BWU2972 ASi-3 DeviceNet Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor, 1 ASi-3 master |
The DeviceNet Master Simulator is an easy to use software for data exchange with DeviceNet devices of many suppliers. The DeviceNet Master Simulator can exchange data with the devices even without EDS-file. Input data can be read, output data can be written and the DeviceNet diagnosis can be displayed. Furthermore it is possible to read and write any object independent of the state of communication.
The DeviceNet Master Simulator offers the possibility to scan a DeviceNet network and find all connected devices. The I/O data is displayed binary and hexadecimal. In single bit mode it is possible to set an output as long as the mouse button is pressed. The device identification is read out of the DeviceNet device and displayed together with the I/O data.
The DeviceNet Master Simulator consists of the software and a DeviceNet dongle. The DeviceNet dongle is the ideal interface converter between an USB port (the parallel interface of a PC) and DeviceNet. The converter needs no extra power supply. Therefore it is also suitable for mobile use with a laptop or a notebook.
