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AS-Interface master VBM-CLX-DM

VBM-CLX-DM
  • Gateway compliant with AS-Interface specification 3.0
  • 2 AS-Interface networks
  • Commissioning, locally on the gateway or via AS-i Control Tools software
  • Connects directly to ControlLogix backplane
  • Hot Swappable
  • Can be mounted in the local rack or in a remote EtherNet/IP or ControlNet rack

Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.

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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of  VBM-CLX-DM

Product Description
AS-Interface Scanner for ControlLogix PLC
General specifications
AS-Interface specificationV3.0
PLC-Functionalitynone
DescriptionAS-Interface Scanner for ControlLogix PLC
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd115 a at 30 °C
Indicators/operating means
DisplayLC display
LED SYSLED green: Power on
LED OKLED green: AS-Interface network running normally;
LED green flashing: Configuration mode;
LED red flashing: Peripheral fault;
LED red: Configuration error;
LED AS-i ACTIVELED green: AS-Interface running normally
LED PWRLED green: Power on
LED PRJ MODEproject mode active; LED yellow
LED AS-iLED green: AS-I network running normally;
LED green flashing: Configuration mode;
LED red flashing: Peripheral fault;
LED red: Configuration error
Switch SETSelection and setting of a slave address
Button MODEMode selection PRJ-operation/save configuration/cursor
Electrical specifications
Insulation voltage≥ 500 V
Rated operating voltagefrom backplane
Rated operating current70 mA from Network 1
70 mA from Network 2
390 mA from 5.1 V DC, 2 mA from 24 V DC backplane
Interface
ProtocolControlLogix, backplane
Interface 2
Interface typeRS 232, serial
Connection
AS-Interfacedouble row terminals, removable
Directive conformity
Electromagnetic compatibility
Directive 2014/30/EUEN 62026-2:2013
Standard conformity
Electromagnetic compatibilityEN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61000-6-4:2001, EN 50295:1999
Degree of protectionEN 60529:2000
AS-InterfaceEN 62026-2:2013
Shock resistanceEN 61131-2
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature0 ... 55 °C (32 ... 131 °F)
Storage temperature-25 ... 85 °C (-13 ... 185 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionIP20
Mass375 g
Construction typeMounting into backplane of ControlLogix PLC rack

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027242607
ECLASS 12.027242607
ECLASS 11.027242607
ECLASS 10.0.127242607
ECLASS 9.027242607
ECLASS 8.027242607
ECLASS 5.127242607
ETIM 9.0EC001603
ETIM 8.0EC001603
ETIM 7.0EC001603
ETIM 6.0EC001603
ETIM 5.0EC001603
UNSPSC 12.139121535

Details: VBM-CLX-DM

Product Documentation: VBM-CLX-DM

Language Selection:
ManualsLanguageFile TypeFile Size
Manual AS-Interface 3.0 Command InterfaceENGPDF3265 KB
Manual ControlLogix AS-Interface cardENGPDF4460 KB

Design / Simulation: VBM-CLX-DM

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CADLanguageFile TypeFile Size
CAD 2-D / CAD 2-DALLZIP195 KB

Approvals: VBM-CLX-DM

Language Selection:
Declaration of ConformityCertificate No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
EU Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / EU-Konformitäterklärung (P+F)DOC-2453BALLPDF109 KB

Software: VBM-CLX-DM

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Device Description Files/DriversRelease InfoFile TypeFile Size
EDS_a / EDS_a4/2012ZIP2 KB
Software Tools
Example projects, Add-on Instructions, and Description Files for Allen Bradley PLCs and RSLogix 5000 / Software Tool_aSep 2013ZIP4998 KB

Associated Products: VBM-CLX-DM

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