The EKI-1242IPNMS Industrial Protocol gateway provides seamless communication between Fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet, supporting different protocol devices and integrating new and existing Modbus RTU/TCP devices with EtherCAT networks. EKI-1242ECMS is a simple and resource-saving way to bring the advantage of fast I/O data transfers between devices.
Ethernet Communication |
Protocols |
PROFINET, Modbus TCP |
Number of Ports |
4 |
Speed |
10/100 Mbps, Auto MDI/MDIX |
Port Connector |
8-pin RJ45 |
Protection |
Built-in 1.5 KV magnetic isolation |
Serial Communications |
Port Type |
RS-232/422/485, software-selectable |
No. of Ports |
2 |
Protocol |
Modbus RTU |
Port Connector |
DB9 male |
Data Bits |
5, 6, 7, 8 |
Stop Bits |
1, 1.5, 2 |
Parity |
None, Odd, Even, Space, Mark |
Flow Control |
XON/XOFF, RTS/CTS |
Baud Rate |
50 bps ~ 921.6 kbps |
Serial Signals |
RS-232: TxD, RxD, CTS, RTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, RI, GND
RS-422: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND
RS-485: Data+, Data-, GND |
Software |
Modbus RTU/ TCP
Mode
Functions Support
Max. Number of Connections |
Master
1,2,3,4,5,6,15,16,23
64 connections |
EtherCAT
Type
Slot
Cyclic data exchange |
Slave
64
8 ms cycle time |
General |
LED Indicators |
System: Power, System Status, protocol status
LAN: Speed, Link/ Active, error |
Rebook Trigger |
Built-in WDT (watchdog timer) |
MicroSD Card |
Configuration backup and restore |
Mechanics |
Dimensions (WxHxD) |
42 x 140 x 95 mm (1.66" x 5.52" x 3.75") |
Enclosure |
Metal with solid mounting hardware |
Mounting |
DIN-rail, Wall |
Weight |
0.497 kg |
Power Requirements |
Power Input |
12 ~ 48 VDC, redundant dual inputs |
Power Connector |
Terminal block |
Power Consumption |
5.2 W |
Environment |
Operating Temperature |
-10 ~ 60°C (14 ~ 140°F)
"I" mode: -40 ~ 75°C (-40 ~ 167°F) |
Storage Temperature |
-40 ~ 85°C (-40 ~ 185°F) |
Operating Humidity |
10 ~ 95% RH |
Regulatory Approvals |
EMC |
CE, FCC Part 15 Subpart B (Class A) |
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