PROFINET Fieldbus system

What is PROFINET?

PROFINET is an open Industrial Ethernet standard developed by Siemens and the PROFIBUS User Organization e.V. (PNO). PROFINET uses TCP/IP, is real-time capable, and allows devices from different manufacturers to communicate without any special interface adaptations. The concept behind PROFINET is a modular one, so that the user can decide which functionality to use. PROFINET is used to connect decentralized peripherals to a control system. The standard is used in the manufacturing industry, process industry, and logistics for the efficient control and monitoring of production processes.

PROFINET Gateways

 

PROFINET ASi Gateways

ASi-5/ASi-3 PROFINET gateways in stainless steel provide an interface for a PROFINET fieldbus. These certified ASi gateways are available in various versions with IP20 protection rating.

 

More about ASi PROFINET Gateways

PROFINET ASi

Figure Model

Communication interface between fieldbus and gateway:

interfaces for standardized fieldbus systems in industrial automation. Bihl+Wiedemann offers a wide range of gateways for common fieldbus interfaces:

 

  • PROFIBUS
  • PROFINET
  • EtherNet/IP+ Modbus TCP
  • BACnet/IP
  • DeviceNet
  • ControlLogix
  • Compact-/MicroLogix
  • EtherCat
  • POWERLINK
  • CC-Link
  • CANopen
  • RS 485 Modbus
  • OPC UA server

 

Fieldbus interface

The device communicates via the standard ASi-3 and/or ASi-5.

ASi-5/ASi-3
Standard devices

"Single Master":

1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master.

1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master.

"Double 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.

"Double Master" :

2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters.

2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters.

"Optional ASi Safety coupling circuit" :
2 ASi networks, 1 ASi-3 Master.

Number of ASi networks, number of ASi Master

" 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.


" yes, max. 8 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.


"yes, optimized for 2 x NEC class 2 power supplies"

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.


"no, max. 8 A/ASi network, redundant supply ":

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.


" no, max. 8 A/ASi network ":

1 ASi power supply per ASi network.

Integrated decoupling, ASi current measurement in the gateway

Access to ASi master and safety monitor via own software from Bihl+Wiedemann using the diagnostic interface (e.g. USB, RJ45, RS232). For certain devices with Ethernet-based fieldbus (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP), there is also the option of diagnostics and configuration directly via the fieldbus 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.

Diagnostic and configuration interface

Detects whether the same address has been assigned to two ASi nodes. Frequent error when using a handheld addressing device.

Recognition of duplicate ASi addresses

Checks the ASi line for interference effects such as noise, external voltages, ...

ASi fault detector

Using a C-program offers the possibility to run mini-PLC functions with a gateway.

Programming in C
Article No.
BWU3852
Gateway
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
yes
yes
optional
BWU4257
Gateway
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 8 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
yes
yes
optional
BWU3847
Gateway
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
no
BWU3848
Gateway
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 8 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
yes
yes
optional
BWU3972
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
no
BWU4818
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 8 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
optional
BWU3363
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
optional
BWU4855
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 8 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
yes
yes
optional
BWU2919
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
optional
BWU2729
Gateway
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master
no, max. 8 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
optional
BW4211
Starter Kits
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus
yes
yes
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Safety, PROFINET ASi Gateways

The certified ASi gateways with integrated safety monitor are available in different versions with protection class IP20. All gateways feature the Safe Link technology, which makes it possible to connect different system components easily and flexibly. Some product variants offer integrated PROFIsafe communication for easy integration of the safe signals into the F-CPU.

Safety, PROFINET ASi

Figure Model

Communication interface between fieldbus and gateway:

interfaces for standardized fieldbus systems in industrial automation. Bihl+Wiedemann offers a wide range of gateways for common fieldbus interfaces:

 

  • PROFIBUS
  • PROFINET
  • EtherNet/IP+ Modbus TCP
  • BACnet/IP
  • DeviceNet
  • ControlLogix
  • Compact-/MicroLogix
  • EtherCat
  • POWERLINK
  • CC-Link
  • CANopen
  • RS 485 Modbus
  • OPC UA server

 

Fieldbus interface

The device communicates via the standard ASi-3 and/or ASi-5.

ASi-5/ASi-3
Standard devices

"Single Master":

1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master.

1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master.

"Double 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.

"Double Master" :

2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters.

2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters.

"Optional ASi Safety coupling circuit" :
2 ASi networks, 1 ASi-3 Master.

Number of ASi networks, number of ASi Master

" 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.


" yes, max. 8 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.


"yes, optimized for 2 x NEC class 2 power supplies"

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.


"no, max. 8 A/ASi network, redundant supply ":

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.


" no, max. 8 A/ASi network ":

1 ASi power supply per ASi network.

Integrated decoupling, ASi current measurement in the gateway

Access to ASi master and safety monitor via own software from Bihl+Wiedemann using the diagnostic interface (e.g. USB, RJ45, RS232). For certain devices with Ethernet-based fieldbus (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP), there is also the option of diagnostics and configuration directly via the fieldbus 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.

Diagnostic and configuration interface
Safety communication

Safe inputs can be configured as 1-channel or 2-channels depending on the desired application or PL and SIL level.

Inputs Safety, SIL 3, Cat. 4
Outputs Safety, SIL 3, cat. 4

Detects whether the same address has been assigned to two ASi nodes. Frequent error when using a handheld addressing device.

Recognition of duplicate ASi addresses

Checks the ASi line for interference effects such as noise, external voltages, ...

ASi fault detector

Using a C-program offers the possibility to run mini-PLC functions with a gateway.

Programming in C
Article No.
BWU3953
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3674
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3952
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU4000
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3973
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
no local safe inputs
no local safe output
yes
yes
optional
BWU3833
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-5/ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
no local safe inputs
no local safe output
yes
yes
optional
BWU3954
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3862
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3955
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3863
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU3974
Gateway with integrated ASi-5/ASi-3 Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
no local safe inputs
no local safe output
yes
yes
optional
BWU4018
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
no local safe inputs
no local safe output
yes
yes
optional
BWU3998
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
OPC UA, PROFINET
ASi-5 + ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-5/ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
no local safe inputs
no local safe output
yes
yes
optional
BWU3367
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU) + Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU2828
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
2 ASi networks, 2 ASi-3 Masters
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU2798
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
Safe Link
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional
BWU2794
Gateway with integrated Safety Monitor
PROFINET
ASi-3 compatible
1 ASi network, 1 ASi-3 Master
yes, max. 4 A/ASi network
Ethernet fieldbus + Ethernet diagnostic
PROFIsafe (F-CPU)
3 x 2 channels
6 release circuits, 6 x electronic safe outputs
yes
yes
optional

 

 

GE Digital Achilles® Robustness Test (Level 1 and 2, Version No.

Ethernet fieldbus interface (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP) and Ethernet diagnostic interface of the ASi-5/ASi-3 gateways are submitted to strict robustness testing via the Achilles Test Software to ensure robustness against vulnerabilities to cyber attacks. The field update capabilities of the gateway enable continuous firmware and security updates to continuously improve the functionality and robustness of the device.

PROFINET Master Simulator

The PROFINET Master Simulator is an easy to use software for data exchange with PROFINET devices of many suppliers.

 

The PROFINET Master Simulator can exchange data with many PROFINET devices even without a PROFINET Master. Furthermore the PROFINET Master Simulator also processes GSD-files as well as the input of special configurations to start the data exchange with PROFINET devices. Identification, renaming and address assignment of PROFINET devices is also possible.

 

Furthermore, the data, in particular the diagnostic function can be displayed binary, hexadecimal and now also as ASCII code. Output data can be transmitted consistently.

 

In jog mode, it is possible to keep outputs active for exactly as long as the mouse button is pressed. The PROFINET Master Simulator Plus additionally supports PROFIsafe modules, a log function for I/O data, and the transmission of acyclic data (Record Data CR).

 

However as the PROFINET Master Simulator is a monitoring and commissioning tool for PROFINET devices, it is not designed to control automation processes.

 

More about PROFINET Master Simulators

PROFINET Master Simulator

Figure Type Safety fieldbus Log function of I/O data Sending of acyclic data Article No.
BW4754
PROFINET Master Simulator
PROFIsafe
yes
Read/write parameters acyclically
BW4755
PROFINET Master Simulator
PROFIsafe
yes
Read/write parameters acyclically
BW3035
PROFINET Master Simulator
no
no
no