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Automation Networks ANC-100e, RSLINX Ethernet/IP to AB's DH+ Converter

By: Automation Networks & Solutions LLC
24 February, 2016
Automation Networks ANC-100e, RSLINX Ethernet/IP to AB's DH+ Converter
Automation Networks ANC-100e, RSLINX Ethernet/IP to AB's DH+ Converter
Automation Networks is a technology company offering a wide variety of quality products for industrial networking, computing and factory automation. We specialize in serial device servers, routers, gateways & converters interfacing to various Fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet Networks. Most popular Industrial Networks include Allen-Bradley Ethernet CSP , Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Data Highway Plus; Siemens Profibus & Profinet IO; Schneider Electric Modbus RTU & Modbus TCP/IP. Other Industrial protocols & Networks includes CC-Link, BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/IP & MELSEC.

The ANC-100e is an economical, “pocket-sized” converter interfacing Factory Automation Devices between Ethernet/IP and Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus DH+. (ANC-120e, USB-to-Data Highway Plus, 1784-U2DHP alternative also available).

RSLINX/LOGIX PLC Programming

The ANC-100e communicates with all SCADA, HMI, PLC programming packages with direct Ethernet/IP access to the DH+ network and stations. This includes RSLINX/LOGIX Classic & Enterprise Controllogix Driver, Wonderware DAServer, Citect Ethernet/IP, and Kepware Controllogix Ethernet/IP Drivers.

Replacement Compatibility with AB’s 1756 Controllogix Gateway, 1784-U2DHP & AN-X2-AB-DHRIO

The ANC-100e gateway converter is useful for PLC programming, accessing and monitoring DH+ network from a PC computer. It is has similar replacement features as the Controllogix 1756-DHRIO / 1756-ENBT, and AB 1784 Interface Cards which include 1784-U2DHP, 1784-KTx, 1784-PKTx, 1784-PCMK & AN-X2-AB-DHRIO.

ANC-100e Highlights:

*Compatible with all PLC Programming/HMI/SCADA packages including all older versions of RSLINX Classic and latest RSLINX Enterprise.

*Easy setup: Driver selection is ControlLogix Ethernet driver.

*Economical: Full function Ethernet-to-DH+ converter at $1,295 USD List.

*Fast Ethernet/IP Connection: Using the RSLINX Controllogix Ethernet Driver.

*AB 1784 Interface Card Compatibility: Modern substitution to 1784-U2DHP, 1784-KTx, 1784-PKTx and 1784-PCMK cards and Prosoft AN-X2-AB-DHRIO.

*DH+ Speeds: Reliably supports all DH+ data rates – 57.6, 115.2 and 230.4 Baud on communication length exceeding standard requirements.

*Auto Detect: Default Auto Baud Rate and Auto Polarity detection.

*Size: “Pocket-sized” convenience with Desktop and Din Rail options.

*Easy DH+ connection: 3-pin Phoenix Blue Hose connector option or direct 8-pin mini din cable connection to PLC port. (8 pin mini din cable sold separately).

For more product information contact Automation Networks at www.automation-networks.com / [email protected], Tel: (281) 771-0019 / Toll-Free: (855) 810-6790

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