Technical Specifications
Main Features and Advantages
The ProSoft Technology AN-X2-AB offers several key features that provide significant advantages for industrial applications. Its most compelling advantage is the ability to extend the life of legacy control systems. Instead of undertaking a complete rip-and-replace migration, which can be expensive and time-consuming, the AN-X2-AB provides a simple, direct communication path to legacy PLCs, allowing them to become part of a modern, networked plant. This helps companies realize a higher return on their initial automation investment. The gateway is transparent to the PLC’s programming, meaning no changes are required to the existing ladder logic, which is a major benefit for systems that have been running reliably for years.
User-Friendly Configuration: The AN-X2-AB is configured using a simple web interface or a dedicated software utility, making it easy to set up data mapping between the legacy PLC and the modern network. This intuitive process minimizes the engineering effort required for integration. The gateway’s robust design ensures reliable data exchange, even in harsh industrial environments. Its support for multiple protocols, including EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP, makes it versatile and capable of communicating with a wide range of modern devices, from HMIs and SCADA systems to enterprise-level software. This plug-and-play solution enables real-time data access for monitoring and analysis, paving the way for data-driven decisions.
Application Field
The ProSoft Technology AN-X2-AB is primarily used in industrial facilities that are in the process of modernizing their control systems while preserving their existing, reliable assets. Its main application fields are in older manufacturing plants, utilities, and process industries with a large installed base of Allen-Bradley PLC-5 or SLC 5/04 controllers. The gateway is used to:
- Connect PLCs to HMIs and SCADA Systems: It allows modern human-machine interfaces and supervisory control systems to communicate with legacy PLCs for real-time monitoring and control.
- Integrate with MES/ERP: The AN-X2-AB enables the flow of production data from the shop floor to management systems for reporting and analysis.
- Bridge between Networks: It acts as a bridge, allowing new PLCs and devices on an EtherNet/IP network to communicate with older PLCs on a Data Highway Plus (DH+) network.
- Remote Monitoring: The gateway facilitates remote diagnostics and data collection from legacy equipment. The AN-X2-AB is an invaluable tool for companies looking to implement Industry 4.0 initiatives in brownfield sites without a complete system overhaul.
Related Products
ProSoft MVI56E-MCM: A Modbus TCP/IP communication module that plugs directly into a ControlLogix chassis. ProSoft MVI46-MCM: A Modbus TCP/IP communication module that plugs directly into a PLC-5 chassis. Allen-Bradley 1771-A: The I/O chassis for the PLC-5 system. Allen-Bradley 1747-L542: A common SLC 5/04 processor that the AN-X2-AB is compatible with. ProSoft AN-X2-AB-DH485: A similar gateway that provides an interface for the Allen-Bradley DH-485 network. ProSoft PB32-AB: A PROFIBUS gateway for Allen-Bradley PLCs.
Installation and Maintenance
Pre-installation preparation: Before installing the ProSoft AN-X2-AB, ensure the PLC system is de-energized. Mount the gateway in the control cabinet, ensuring adequate clearance for ventilation. Connect the gateway to the PLC-5 or SLC 5/04 processor’s programming port (DH+ or DH-485) and connect the Ethernet cable to the plant network. Power the gateway with a 24 VDC source. The module is configured via its web interface, where you set up the IP address and define the data mappings between the PLC’s memory and the network tags.
Maintenance recommendations: Routine maintenance for the AN-X2-AB is minimal due to its solid-state, robust design. The primary maintenance tasks involve periodically checking the network and power cables for secure connections and physical integrity. It is recommended to perform regular backups of the gateway’s configuration file. The gateway’s diagnostic LEDs provide a quick visual status of its operation, and detailed diagnostics can be accessed through its web interface for troubleshooting.
Product Guarantee
ProSoft Technology provides a strong product guarantee for the AN-X2-AB, reflecting its commitment to quality and reliability in industrial communication. Every AN-X2-AB is manufactured to the highest standards and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure its performance in demanding industrial environments. The product is backed by a standard warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship. ProSoft’s specialized technical support team, with deep expertise in both legacy and modern communication protocols, is available to assist with all aspects of the product’s operation, from initial setup to complex troubleshooting. This commitment to expert support ensures that users can rely on the AN-X2-AB to provide a stable and secure communication link.
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