Industrial gateway Anybus AB7008-B

communicationRS-422RS-232

Overview
Protocol converter that connects serial devices to CC-Link control systems. The Anybus Communicator AB7008-B converts serial protocols to CC-Link, enabling integration of RS-232/RS-485 devices into CC-Link networks. Supports Save/Load configuration and a slim DIN-rail (IP20) housing. 3-year warranty.

Key points

• Item number: AB7008-B
• Converts serial protocols (RS-232/RS-485) to CC-Link
• Pre-defined Modbus RTU support with 6-step Modbus RTU wizard
• Supports standard serial protocols (Modbus RTU, DF1) and proprietary Request/Response or Produce/Consume protocols
• IP20 slim DIN-rail form factor for installation close to devices
• 3-year warranty
• Save/Load configuration for reuse across installations
• Dual Port switched Ethernet versions support daisy chaining (no external switch required)
• Lifecycle management and network updates supported

Features and benefits

• No hardware or software changes required when integrating Modbus RTU devices; use the Modbus RTU wizard to avoid scripting
• Quick integration with Modbus RTU and other serial protocols
• Presents serial data as PLC-friendly I/O, improving PLC performance
• Slim DIN-rail design reduces wiring and saves panel space
• Save & Load function accelerates deployment across multiple sites
• Daisy chaining available in Dual Port switched Ethernet variants
• Maintained with lifecycle management for long-term network compatibility

Serial features

• Baud rates: 1200; 1800; 2400; 4800; 7200; 9600; 14400; 19200; 35700; 38400; 57600 bit/s
• Connector: 1x D-sub 9-pin female
• Max nodes: 31
• Supported modes/options: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485; 7/8 data bits; None/Odd/Even parity; 1/2 stop bits; Clear/Freeze

CC-Link features

• Mode: Slave
• Supported: CC-Link slave versions 1 & 2; Transparent CC-Link; PLC profile compliant
• Occupied stations: up to 4
• Extension cycles: up to 8
• Input data size: 896 bits / 128 words (368 bytes)
• Output data size: 896 bits / 128 words (368 bytes)
• Configuration file: CSP available

Modbus-RTU features

• Mode: Client / Master
• Supported: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, DF1; Standard Modbus RTU Master; custom Request/Response and Produce/Consume transactions; trigger-initiated transactions
• Baud rates: up to 57600 bit/s (includes 35700, 38400)
• Input data size: 512 bytes
• Output data size: 512 bytes
• Supported function codes (examples): 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,11,12,15,16,17,20,21,22,24

Physical & electrical

• Net width: 27 mm
• Net height: 120 mm
• Net depth: 75 mm
• Net weight: 150 g
• Packed dimensions (W x H x D): 135 x 55 x 170 mm
• Packed weight: 300 g
• Mounting: DIN-rail (EN 50022)
• Input voltage: 24 V DC (-10% to +10%)
• Typical current: 100 mA @ 24 V DC
• Max current: 300 mA @ 24 V DC
• Power connector: 2-pin 5.08 Phoenix plug
• Reverse polarity, short-circuit protection and isolation: Yes
• Housing material: PC ABS (UL 94)

Environmental & regulatory
UL: E214107 (Ord. Loc. UL508, CSA C22.2 No.14-10); E203225 (Haz.Loc CL I DIV2 GP A,B,C,D); ANSI/ISA 12.12.01; CSA C22.2 No.213. Standards: EN 50082-2, EN 55011, EN 61000 series. Product certifications: CE, UL, WEEE. Protection: IP20. Operating temp: 0 °C to 55 °C. Storage temp: -40 °C to 85 °C. Relative humidity: 0–95% non-condensing. Max installation altitude: up to 2000 m.

Connectors / I/O

• Connectors: 1x D-sub 9-pin female (serial), 1x 5-pin 5.08 Phoenix plug (power)
• DIP & rotary switches: 3x rotary (CAN address + baudrate)
• Battery: No

Identification & origin

• Item number: AB7008-B
• Brand: Anybus
• Country of origin: Sweden
• HS code: 8517620000
• Warranty: 3 years

Videos

• Video available demonstrating connection of serial/CAN devices to Fieldbus/Ethernet networks using Anybus Communicator

Technical specifications

• Model family/name: Anybus Communicator
• Serial interfaces: RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 (D-sub 9-pin), baud rates up to 57600
• CC-Link: Slave mode, 896 bits input / 896 bits output
• Modbus-RTU: Master/Client, 512 bytes input/output
• Mounting and protection: DIN-rail, IP20
• Power: 24 V DC; typical 100 mA; max 300 mA
• Certifications: CE, UL, WEEE