OverviewThe Anybus EtherCAT to .NET Bridge converts EtherCAT to C#, enabling connection between EtherCAT PLC control systems and .NET solutions on a PC. The product includes simulators and a code generator to simplify integration and speed development between PLC and .NET programmers.
Key product statementConnect a PLC function block with a .NET solution on a PC. Item number AB9079-C.
Features and benefits- Connect OT and IT — enables PLC control systems to connect with .NET solutions for integrated OT/IT workflows.
- Code generator — the Anybus .NET Bridge Code Generator produces C# files for .NET developers and PLC files for PLC programmers from a defined spreadsheet.
- Simulators — configuration software includes two simulators: a PLC simulator for .NET developers and a .NET simulator for PLC programmers to support parallel development and testing.
- 3-year warranty — product is covered by a 3-year warranty.
- PLC-friendly interface — an Anybus-provided function block manages the handshake and provides a simple interface for PLC programmers.
- Large data communication — supports up to 65,535 different message types (unique IDs), maximum message size 251 bytes; messages are sent sequentially over the same I/O data to facilitate large-data transfers.
- Automatic configuration setup — replacement of a bridge triggers automatic configuration setup by the .NET application.
- Life cycle management — HMS maintains the .NET Gateways and provides network updates during the product lifecycle.
Technical specifications- Item Number: AB9079-C
- Brand: Anybus
- Country of Origin: Sweden
- WEEE Category: IT and telecommunications equipment
- Product Certifications: CE, WEEE
- Net Width: 35 mm
- Net Height: 110 mm
- Net Depth: 101 mm
- Net Weight: 160 g
- Packed Width: 135 mm
- Packed Height: 55 mm
- Packed Depth: 170 mm
- Packed Weight: 220 g
- Mounting: DIN-rail (EN 50022 standard)
- Current Consumption (typical) at Vcc Nom: 150 mA @ 24 V DC
- Current Consumption (max) at Vcc Nom: 300 mA @ 24 V DC
- Input Voltage: 24 V DC (-15% to +20%)
- Power Connector: 3-pin, 5.08 mm Phoenix plug connector
- Operating Temperature: -25 °C to 60 °C
- Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 85 °C
- Housing Materials: Plastic
- Packaging Material: Cardboard
- Connectors / Input / Output: 2 × RJ45
- Contains Battery: No
- HS Code: 8517620000
- Supported message types: up to 65,535 (each with unique ID)
- Maximum message size: 251 bytes