Direct Integration of PROFIBUS DP and PA Segments into PROFINET Control Systems
With pnGate PB it is possible to integrate up to 2 PROFIBUS PA segments and 1 PROFIBUS DP segment into PROFINET systems using virtual mapping. With pnGate PB the engineering costs can be reduced since it re-uses existing power conditioners in technology upgrade projects. It provides S2 redundancy and enables configuration, parameterization and plant asset management using standard industry tools.
Key Component for Transition to State-of-the-Art Technology
• Simple replacement of installed PROFIBUS DP/PA segment coupler
• Re-use of existing PROFIBUS segments without requiring modification
• Support of MRP and S2 PROFINET redundancy for increased reliability
Direct Connectivity to PROFIBUS Segments
• Single access point to PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA segments from PROFINET networks
• Acting as PROFINET Device, PROFIBUS PA and PROFIBUS DP Master
• Support of one PROFIBUS DP segment and up to two PROFIBUS PA segments
Configuration, Parameterization and Plant Asset Management Using Standard Industry Tools
• Supports major PROFINET engineering tools such as TIA Portal, Step7 and PC WORXS
• Included CommDTM allowing use in FDT/DTM frame applications
• EDD-based device parametrization using Siemens Simatic PDM