Product Brief Description

The MVI56E-MNET is an enhanced Modbus TCP/IP client/server communication module developed by ProSoft Technology, designed for Rockwell Automation ControlLogix PAC system. It serves as a protocol gateway to seamlessly exchange data between ControlLogix controllers and Modbus TCP/IP field devices, including instruments, sensors, PLCs and flow meters. It features local web-based configuration and CIPconnect technology for remote maintenance, supporting reliable industrial protocol conversion.

Product Features & Functions

• Modbus TCP/IP multi-client and server dual-mode communication
• Single slot 1756 backplane form factor, fits standard ControlLogix rack
• 10/100Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet port for configuration and field communication
• CIPconnect support for remote configuration and diagnostics via EtherNet/IP or ControlNet
• Backward compatible with legacy MVI56-MNET for direct drop-in replacement
• Built-in web server for diagnostics, add-on instructions and configuration files
• ProSoft Configuration Builder(PCB) graphical software for easy setup and fault checking
• Large user-defined register mapping for mass process data transmission

Application Scenarios

• Oil & gas, water treatment and petrochemical plant DCS integration
• Factory automation, assembly lines and packaging machine networking
• Power plant monitoring, energy management and SCADA system connection
• Building automation, HVAC control and industrial instrument data collection
• Interconnection between Rockwell ControlLogix and Modicon / Modbus TCP PLCs

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