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The comX communication module has been designed to be integrated into automation devices e.g. robot controllers, PLCs or drives to add a network interface. All communication tasks are executed autonomously within the module - irrespective of the processor of the target device.
Process data is exchanged via a Dual-Port-Memory which is accessed either by an 8-/16-bit bus interface or a fast 50 MHz SPI interface.
comX supports all major Real-Time Ethernet protocols as Master or Slave and covers all network-specific demands in just one single module. To support a line topology, the module is equipped with two Ethernet ports. The communication protocol can be changed simply and reliably by loading the appropriate firmware and a software license for masters.
Due to the Hilscher network controller netX, a 10-years delivery guarantee is granted.
| COMX 51CA-RE | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Part number | 1571.100 |
| Brief description | Communication Module Real-Time Ethernet | |
| Communication controller | netX | netX 51 |
| Integrated Memory | RAM | 8 MB SDRAM |
| FLASH | 4 MB serial Flash | |
| Power supply | Supply voltage | +3.3 V DC ± 5 % |
| Typical/maximum current | approx. 530 mA/580 mA (at 3.3 V) | |
| Typical power consumption | approx. 1.9 W | |
| Power connector | via system bus connector X1 | |
| System interface | Type | Parallel or serial dual-port memory interface |
| Connector | 50-pin SMT, female connector | |
| Pin distance | 1.27 mm | |
| Dual-port memory size | 16 KByte | |
| Data width | 8/16 bit | |
| Serial dual-port memory interface | SPI Slave, mode 3 | |
| Baud rate | max. 50 MHz | |
| Communication interface | Communication standard | Ethernet |
| Interface type | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, potential-free | |
| Auto negotiation | supported | |
| Auto cross over | supported | |
| Connector | 2 * RJ45 socket | |
| Diagnostic interface | Type | UART or USB |
| Connector | Signal at host interface. Available only if integrated in host system. | |
| Display | LED display | SYS System Status, green: RUN, yellow: RDY |
| COM0, COM1 Communication status, both green/red | ||
| TX/RX0, TX/RX1, Ethernet activity status, yellow | ||
| LINK0, LINK1, Ethernet link status, green | ||
| Environment | Ambient temperature range for operation | 0 °C ... +65 °C (Air flow during measurment: 0,5 m/s) |
| Ambient temperature range for storage | -10 °C … +70 °C | |
| Humidity range | 10 % … 95 % relative humidity (non-condensing) | |
| Device | Dimensions (L x W x H) | 70 mm x 30 mm x 21.5 mm |
| Weight | approx. 35 g ... 40 g | |
| Mounting | using screwable metal bolts, according to comX Design Guide | |
| Configuration | Configuration software | SYCON.net |
| Conformity | RoHS | yes |
| Conformance with EMC directives | CE sign | yes |
| Emission | EN 61000-6-4 | |
| Immunity | EN 61000-6-2 | |
| Electrostatic discharge (ESD) according to EN 61000-4-2 (Contact discharge method) | EN 61000-4-2: ± 6 kV, Criterion B | |
| Fast transient interferences (Burst) according to EN 61000-4-4 | EN 61000-4-4: ± 2.2 kV, Criterion B (Communication lines, shielded) | |
| Surge voltage according to EN 61000-4-5 (Communication and data lines) | EN 61000-4-5: 1 kV, Criterion A (Communication lines, shielded) |
| Product name | Part number | Brief description |
|---|---|---|
| COMX 51CA-RE/EIS | 1571.100/EIS | Communication Module SPI - EtherNet/IP Adapter |
The comX communication module is a universal solution for upgrading devices with master or slave functionality. All modules are pin-compatible and have an identical software interface.
There are designs with an integrated network connector and designs in which the network interface is tied to the base board.
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