Communication gateway epGate PA

industrialEtherNet/IPPROFIBUS PA

Direct Integration of PROFIBUS PA Segments into Ethernet/IP Control Systems With epGate PA it is possible to integrate up to 4 PROFIBUS PA segments into Ethernet/IP. With epGate PA the engineering costs can be reduced since it re-uses existing power conditioners in technology upgrade projects. It 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 couplers • Re-use of existing PROFIBUS PA segments without requiring modification • Support of common control systems e.g. Emerson DetlaV or Rockwell Control Logix • Support of DLR for redundant communication in the ring with EtherNet/IP Direct Connectivity to PROFIBUS Segments • Acting as EtherNet/IP device (adapter) and PROFIBUS PA Master • Support of up to 4 PROFIBUS PA segments Configuration, Parameterization and Plant Asset Management Using Standard Industry Tools • Supports major EtherNet/IP engineering tools such as Studio 5000 and AMS Device Manager • Included CommDTM allowing use in FDT/DTM frame applications • EDD-based device parametrization using Siemens Simatic PDM Simple Integration Through Add-On Instructions • Data access of PLC program to PROFIBUS devices without requiring detailed PROFIBUS knowledge • Mapping between the two protocols generated by provided tools • Use of Add-On Instructions (AOI) containing detailed PROFIBUS data type definitions • Transparent communication overcoming protocol differences • Optimized for usage with Allen Bradley controllers