Communications

Multi-network connectivity for industrial devices

15th April 2014
Nat Bowers
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Suitable for high-end industrial applications that require fieldbus or real-time Ethernet connectivity, the Anybus CompactCom 40-series has been introduced by HMS Industrial Networks. The series will support all major industrial networks, and the first release in April 2014 includes connectivity to EtherCAT, POWERLINK, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET and PROFIBUS.

Offering close to ”zero delay” between devices and real-time networks, the 40-series is suited for high-performance applications such as servo drive systems, which require fast network cycles and synchronisation capabilities. The series covers all types of industrial networks, traditional fieldbuses and industrial Ethernet. Device manufacturers that choose to use CompactCom get access to all networks through one single development project, during which the user simply integrates the generic Anybus interface (hardware/software). After this, any CompactCom 40-series product can be connected, offering instant connectivity to industrial networks.

The series extends the level of flexibility even further since it uses a common reprogrammable hardware to support several Ethernet networks. For example, it is possible to install the CompactCom 40-series Ethernet hardware into an industrial device and simply download ready-made firmware to connect to the desired network (for example POWERLINK, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET IRT or EtherCAT).

Anybus CompactCom comes in three different form factors offering different levels of hardware integration to automation devices: CompactCom Chip is a full network connectivity solution on a single chip for integration into the user’s PCB design; CompactCom Brick is suited for users who have limited space or want to add their own choice of network connectors; CompactCom Module is a complete and interchangeable communication module that offers the fastest time to market.

Leif Malmberg, Product Line Manager, Embedded, HMS Industrial Networks, commented: “With the Anybus CompactCom 40-series, we can offer a complete communication solution suitable for both general automation devices and high-performance applications. Users get the performance and accuracy they need for demanding applications, and the flexibility to adapt to different networks by simply downloading a new firmware.”

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