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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 52CA-DPS | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Part number | 1581.420 |
| Description | Communication module PROFIBUS DP Slave | |
| Communication controller | netX | netX 52 |
| Integrated memory | Flash | 4 MB SPI Flash EPROM |
| Voltage/power supply | Supply voltage | +3.3V DC ± 5% |
| Typical/maximum current consumption | 400 mA / 440 mA (at 3.3 V)
In case of a short circuit of the 5 V PROFIBUS supply, the current consumption increases by further approx. 70 mA. | |
| Typical power consumption | Approx. 1.35 W (at 3.3 V) | |
| Connector | Via system bus interface X1 | |
| System interface | Type | Parallel or serial dual-port memory interface |
| Connector | 50-pin SMT connector, socket | |
| Pin distance | 1.27 mm | |
| Dual-port memory size | 16 KB (lower 8 KB used by firmware) | |
| Data width | 8/16 bit, switchable | |
| Serial dual-port memory interface | SPI slave, mode 3 | |
| Baud rate | max. 50 MHz | |
| Communication interface | Communication standard | PROFIBUS DP Slave |
| Interface type | RS-485, isolated | |
| Connector | D-Sub socket, 9-pin | |
| Transmission rate | 9.6 kBits/s, 19.2 kBits/s, 31.25 kBits/s, 45.45 kBits/s,93.75 kBits/s, 187.5 kBits/s, 500 kBits/s,1.5 MBits/s, 3 MBits/s, 6 MBits/s, 12 MBit/s | |
| Auto detection | Yes | |
| Diagnostic interface | Type | UART or USB |
| Connector | Signal on the host interface. Available only if integrated with host system. | |
| Display | LED display | SYS system status, green: RUN, yellow: RDY |
| COM communication status, green: RUN, red: ERR | ||
| Operating elements | Network address | 2 rotary switches for address |
| Environment | Operating temperature range | -20 °C … +70 °C (Air flow during measurment: 0.5 m/s) |
| Temperature range for storage | –40 °C … +85 °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 |
| Compliance | RoHS | Yes |
| Compliance with EMC guidelines | CE marking | Yes |
| UKCA marking | Yes | |
| Emission | EN 61000-6-4 | |
| Immunity | EN 61000-6-2 | |
| Electrostatic discharge (ESD) according to EN 61000-4-2:2009-12 (Air discharge method) | ± 8 kV, criterion A | |
| Electrostatic discharge according to EN 61000-4-2:2009-12 (Contact discharge method) | ± 6 kV, criterion A | |
| Fast transient interferences (burst) according to EN 61000-4-4:2013-04 | ± 2 kV, criterion A (communication lines, shielded) | |
| Surge voltages according to EN 61000-4-5:2019-03 | 1 kV, criterion A (communication lines, shielded) |
| Product name | Part number | Brief description |
|---|---|---|
| COMX 52CA-DPS | 1581.420/DPS | Communication Module SPI - PROFIBUS DP Slave |
| Product name | Part number | Brief description |
|---|---|---|
| COMXEB | 1530.000 | comX Evaluation Board |
| CIF 50-CB-COM-ABC | 1059.000 | PCI Evaluation Hardware for comX and COM-C |
| CIF 50-DB-COM-CA | 1059.010 | PCI Evaluation Hardware for comX and COM-C |
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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