Anybus Communicator User Manual

4. About Anybus Communicator
4.1. How the Communicaon Works
Figure 1. Process data trac overview
The Communicator enables communicaon between a Master device connected to a PROFINET network and a
Master device connected to a EtherNet/IP network.
The Master device can, for example, be a PLC control system or a Gateway.
The Communicator main task is to transfer cyclic I/O data between the two networks.
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Anybus Communicator Specifications

General

Protocols Supported	PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP
Serial Interfaces	RS-232, RS-485
Ethernet Protocols	Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET
CAN Protocols	CANopen
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +70°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing
Power Supply	24V DC
Enclosure	Plastic
Protection Class	IP20