Serial communication module NIC 50-COS

CANopenModbus RTUUART

Product description
Slave communication module for field devices with low data throughput. Designed for simple devices such as barcode readers, identification systems, valve manifolds and I/O blocks, the NIC 50-COS provides a compact DIL-32 single-chip solution. It uses serial host interfaces (UART, SPI) to transfer payload data to the application and supports Modbus RTU over serial.

Highlights

• Compact DIL-32 communication IC for cost-efficient field devices
• Host connection via UART or SPI with Modbus RTU support
• Integrated CANopen Slave interface including bus logic
• Direct I/O-data connection via external synchronous shift register
• One hardware design usable across networks through firmware reconfiguration

Protocols supported

• Modbus RTU Slave
• Modbus RTU Master
• CANopen Slave

Order information
Product name — NIC 50-COS
Part number — 1541.540/COS
Brief description — DIL-32 communication IC - CANopen Slave

Technical specifications

• Form factor: DIL-32 single-chip communication IC
• Based on Hilscher netX network controller (netIC)
• Host interfaces: UART and SPI (supports Modbus RTU over serial)
• Integrated CANopen Slave interface with bus logic
• Direct I/O connection via external synchronous shift register possible
• Firmware-upgradeable: one netIC can be reconfigured for several communication systems
• Includes integrated 2-port switch and hub functionality
• Intended for simple slave devices with low data throughput (e.g., barcode readers, I/O blocks, valve manifolds)
• 10-year delivery guarantee (netX-based)