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DeviceNet cabling
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DeviceNet cabling
When using DeviceNet, it uses a basic trunk-line/drop-line 
topology with separate twisted pair busses for both signal 
and power distribution. Wire diameter for the trunk and 
drop lines may vary, and the distance will be determined 
by baud rate and cable size. In this topology, devices are 
powered directly from the bus and communicate with each 
other using the same cable. Nodes can also be removed or 
inserted into the network without powering it down. 
Figure 50.  Trunk lines or drop lines
Hardware speci cation
Figure 51.  DeviceNet hardware
DeviceNet External Communication Cards has termination 
switch S1. It should not be used in network and kept at 
OFFposition.