{"product_id":"prosoft-technology-plx82-eip-pnc-ethernet-ip-to-profinet-controller-gateway","title":"ProSoft Technology PLX82-EIP-PNC EtherNet\/IP to PROFINET Controller Gateway","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProSoft Technology PLX82-EIP-PNC EtherNet\/IP to PROFINET Controller Gateway\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for bi-directional protocol conversion between EtherNet\/IP controllers and PROFINET RT devices, the \u003cstrong\u003eProSoft Technology PLX82-EIP-PNC\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003ePLX82-EIP-PNC\u003c\/strong\u003e gateway) provides direct network-level data exchange between the two industrial Ethernet protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLX82-EIP-PNC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProSoft Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in supplied data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtherNet\/IP to PROFINET Controller Gateways\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.10 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.01 cm x 5.24 cm x 11.09 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 50 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 mA at 24 VDC nominal; 610 mA maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC nominal; 10 to 36 VDC allowed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 10\/100 Mbps RJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 Vrms at 50 to 60 Hz for 60 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtherNet\/IP Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 1 I\/O: up to 20; Class 3 Server: 5; Class 3 Client: 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtherNet\/IP I\/O Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e248 bytes input \/ 248 bytes output per connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum RPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ms for 1 connection; 8 ms for 8 connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePROFINET Role\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 1 RTC \/ Class 1 RTA IO Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum PROFINET Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 36 devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePROFINET I\/O Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 1440 bytes in\/out per device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal PROFINET I\/O Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3840 bytes IN \/ 3840 bytes OUT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% RH, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-10 deg C to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 35 mm DIN rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtocol Conversion and Network Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PLX82-EIP-PNC operates as an EtherNet\/IP adapter and a PROFINET IO Controller. It supports bi-directional exchange between EtherNet\/IP PLC systems and PROFINET RT field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo isolated Ethernet ports separate EtherNet\/IP and PROFINET network traffic onto independent physical interfaces and subnets. The specified electrical isolation rating is 1500 Vrms at 50 to 60 Hz for 60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbedded Add-On Profiles and EDS files support configuration within Studio 5000 and RSLogix 5000 environments. An onboard SD card provides configuration storage for replacement and recovery procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gateway supports up to 36 PROFINET devices, with a total PROFINET data capacity of 3840 bytes input and 3840 bytes output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtocol conversion latency depends on the configured EtherNet\/IP connection count and requested packet interval. The supplied specifications state a minimum RPI of 2 ms for one connection and 8 ms for eight connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the PLX82-EIP-PNC directly control PROFINET RT devices from an EtherNet\/IP PLC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The gateway functions as a PROFINET Class 1 IO Controller while communicating with the EtherNet\/IP PLC as an EtherNet\/IP adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many PROFINET devices can the gateway manage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied specification permits up to 36 PROFINET devices, with up to 1440 bytes of input and output data per device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What mounting arrangement is specified for field installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unit is specified for standard 35 mm DIN-rail mounting. Maintain adequate wiring clearance around both Ethernet interfaces and the power terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the gateway on a mechanically secure 35 mm DIN rail within the specified operating temperature and humidity limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the 24 VDC supply within the stated 10 to 36 VDC input range, observing correct polarity and protective grounding requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute EtherNet\/IP and PROFINET cables separately where practical, particularly from high-current switching conductors, motor cables, and other high-noise sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse shielded industrial Ethernet cabling where the network design requires electromagnetic noise control. Terminate cable shields according to the plant grounding scheme and avoid uncontrolled multiple-point shield connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssign the two Ethernet interfaces to their intended network segments. Verify IP addressing, subnet configuration, EtherNet\/IP connection parameters, and PROFINET device configuration before placing the gateway into service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the SD card for configuration backup and controlled replacement procedures. Confirm that stored configuration data matches the installed hardware and network topology before recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not exceed the specified EtherNet\/IP connection limits, PROFINET device count, or I\/O data capacities during configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMPHENOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43969064173658,"sku":"PLX82-EIP-PNC","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/PLX82-EIP-PNC2.jpg?v=1788159745","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/prosoft-technology-plx82-eip-pnc-ethernet-ip-to-profinet-controller-gateway","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}