Communication gateway Anybus AB7312-B

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Short description
The Anybus Communicator – CAN to PROFIBUS DP-V1 (item AB7312-B) is a protocol converter that connects CAN-based devices to PROFIBUS DP-V1 control systems. It translates CAN protocols (including CANopen and custom CAN 1.0/2.0A/2.0B) to PROFIBUS, enabling integration without hardware or software changes.

Features and benefits

• No hardware or software changes required: connect CAN devices to a PROFIBUS control system and configure.
• Visual CAN frame building via Anybus Configuration Manager.
• Supports CANopen and custom CAN protocols (CAN 1.0, 2.0A, 2.0B).
• Slim DIN-rail design for compact installation (IP20).
• 3-year warranty.
• Compatible with PLCs from leading manufacturers.
• Converts proprietary transactions: Produce/Consume and Request/Response.
• Save & Load configurations for reuse across installations.
• Daisy-chaining possible with versions offering Dual Port switched Ethernet.
• Easy integration: no code or additional function blocks required.
• Manufacturer lifecycle management and network updates.

PROFIBUS features (summary)

• PROFIBUS mode: DP Device (Slave)
• Supported: PROFIBUS-DP / DPV1 Slave functions per EN 50170; Acyclic Communication (DP-V1 Class 1 & 2); Acyclic user parameter data/diagnostics up to 237 bytes; Sync; Freeze; Watchdog
• Baud rate: 9600 bit/s – 12 Mbit/s
• Device address: 0–125
• Input data size: 244 bytes (344 max total in + out)
• Output data size: 244 bytes (344 max total in + out)
• Configuration file: GSD available

CAN features (summary)

• CAN mode: Generic CAN
• CAN baud rate: 20 kbit/s – 1 Mbit/s
• Supported: CAN 2.0A / 2.0B (11 and 29-bit identifiers)
• CAN transactions: 128 transactions (256 CAN frames total); Produce, Consume, Query/Response
• Update modes: Cyclic, On Data Change, Single Shot, Trigger Byte; Data Word Swap option

Physical and electrical highlights

• Net dimensions: 27 mm (W) x 120 mm (H) x 75 mm (D)
• Net weight: 150 g
• Packed dimensions: 135 mm x 55 mm x 170 mm
• Packed weight: 300 g
• Mounting: DIN-rail (EN 50022)
• Input voltage: 24 V DC (-10% to +10%)
• Current consumption: 100 mA @ 24 V DC (typ.), max 250 mA @ 24 V DC
• Power connector: 2-pin, 5.08 mm Phoenix plug
• Reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection and isolation included
• Operating temperature: -25 °C to 55 °C; Storage: -40 °C to 85 °C
• Housing: Plastic; Protection class: IP20

Identification / Certifications

• Item number: AB7312-B
• Brand: Anybus
• Country of origin: Sweden
• HS Code: 8517620000
• UL info: E214107 (Ord.Loc UL508, CSA C22.2 No.142); E203225 (Haz.Loc CL I DIV2 GP A,B,C,D T4...)
• Standards / EMC: EN 61000-6-4, EN 55016-2-3 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6
• Product certifications: CE, UL, ATEX, WEEE
• WEEE category: IT and telecommunications equipment
• Warranty: 3 years

Connectors and mechanical

• DIP & rotary switches: 2x rotary address nodes
• Connectors: 9-pin D-Sub (male) for CAN; 1x D-Sub 9-pin female PROFIBUS connector
• Contains battery: No

Additional notes

• Versions with Dual Port switched Ethernet available for daisy-chaining without external switches.
• Save/Load functions allow transferring completed configurations between installations.

Technical specifications

• Denomination / model: Anybus Communicator – CAN to PROFIBUS DP-V1
• Item number: AB7312-B
• PROFIBUS baud rate: 9600 bit/s – 12 Mbit/s; Device address 0–125
• CAN baud rate: 20 kbit/s – 1 Mbit/s; CAN 2.0A/2.0B supported
• IO size: 244 bytes per direction (344 bytes max total in + out)
• Mounting: DIN-rail; Protection: IP20
• Power: 24 V DC; Current typ/max: 100 mA / 250 mA
• Packaging: cardboard