PCI interface card for ETHERNET Powerlink

  • June 23, 2006
  • Ixxat, Inc.
PCI interface card for ETHERNET Powerlink
PCI interface card for ETHERNET Powerlink

June 23, 2006 - In addition to the cPCI card, IXXAT now also offers a PCI card for ETHERNET Powerlink, the EPL-IB-200/PCI.The card can be used as managing node (MN) and as controlled node (CN) to enable the implementation of realtime-compatible PC-based PLC applications. In addition, the card serves as a platform for PC-based analysis and test systems and can be used with the IXXAT EPL configuration program.The ETHERNET Powerlink functionality is fully implemented on the card and the reference data of the PC application are provided via a process map.The card has four RJ45 ports and can be used as MN or CN with a 4-port hub, as 2-channel CN or as MN/CN. In MN and CN mode, it has fast response times (< 2 µs) and very low SoC jitter. The card is capable of processing large quantities of data from systems with more than 100 CNs.The scope of supply includes a driver for Windows 2000/XP with API (programming interface). Integration in VxWorks or other operating systems is also possible.General information about IXXAT Automation GmbHIXXAT Automation GmbH is a leading supplier of data communication systems for industrial automation and automotive applications. The main technologies in the field of industrial communication systems are solutions based on CAN (CANopen, DeviceNet), Ethernet (ETHERNET Powerlink, EtherNet/IP) as well as TCP/IP with the associated Internet protocols. For automotive applications, IXXAT focuses on solutions based on CAN (diagnosis protocols, SAE J1939), FlexRay and LIN. The product range comprises interface boards, test systems, analysing tools and protocol software.As of May 2006, IXXAT provides work for 70 employees, predominantly engineers skilled in electronic engineering and computer science and has a certified quality assurance management according to ISO9001.Our customers are well-known companies all over the world from the industrial and automotive sectors.IXXAT supports its customers completely in the establishment and application of communication systems based on CAN and TCP/IP, from seminars and consulting, design of system solutions, development and implementation of hardware and software to the supply of a complete product line.For more information, please ask for our company introduction brochure and product catalog.

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