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Communication Modules

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EtherNet/IP Network

The Ethernet Industrial network protocol (EtherNet/IP) is an open industrial-networking standard that supports both real-time I/O messaging and message exchange. The EtherNet/IP network uses off-the-shelf Ethernet communication chips and physical media.

EtherNet/IP Interface Specifications

Specifications [PDF]

Cat. No. Description TCP/IP Connections Logix Connections Communication Rate
1768-ENBT 1768 EtherNet/IP communication bridge module 64 128 10/100 Mbps
1768-EWEB 1768 Ethernet web server module
1769-L32E 1769 modular CompactLogix controller with integrated EtherNet/IP port 32 32
1769-L35E
1769-L23E-QB1B 1769 packaged CompactLogix controller with integrated EtherNet/IP port 8
1769-L23E-QBFC1B
  
Certifications: c-UL-us (Class I, Division 2, Group A, B, C, D), CE, C-Tick.
See the Product Certifications link at http://ab.com for Declarations of Conformity, Certifications, and other certifications details.
⋆ The 1768-L4x and -L4xS controllers support a maximum of two 1768 communication modules per controller.

Select an EtherNet/IP Interface

Select the appropriate controller and EtherNet/IP interface depending on the application and how the controller interacts with the devices.

If your application Select for a 1769-L23x controller Select for a 1769-L3x controller Select for a 1768-L4x or -L4xS controller
• Controls I/O modules
• Requires an adapter for distributed I/O on EtherNet/IP links
• Communicates with other EtherNet/IP devices (messages)
• Bridges EtherNet/IP links to route messages to devices on other networks
1769-L23E-QB1B or 1769-L23E-QBFC1B controller with integrated EtherNet/IP port 1769-L32E or 1769-L35E controller with integrated EtherNet/IP port 1768-ENBT communication bridge module
• Requires remote access via an internet browser to tags in a local chassis
• Supports custom Web pages
• Bridges EtherNet/IP links to route messages to devices on other networks
1768-EWEB web server mocule
  

Accessories—Ethernet Network

Cat. No. Description Specifications
1585J-M8PBJM-x Ethernet RJ45 patchcord
x = 2 (2 m), 5 (5 m) or 10 (10 m)
8-conductor, teal riser PVC cable (flex rated cable also available)
1585J-M8CC-H RJ45 insulation displacement connector (IDC) 0.128...0.325 mm2 (26…22 AWG), Cat. 6, IDC, no tool required
1585J-M8CC-C RJ45 crimp connector with boot, qty = 50 pieces 0.128...0.205 mm2 (26…24 AWG), Cat. 5e, requires crimp tool for assembly
1585A-JCRIMP Crimp tool
9300-RADES Remote access dial-in kit 56 Kbps modem connection to devices on an Ethernet network, includes:
• Pre-configured modem
• Communication module
• DIN rail mounting hardware
• Associated cables
  

Example 1769-L23E EtherNet/IP Configuration

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Example 1769-L32E, -L35E EtherNet/IP Configuration

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Example 1768-L4x, -L4xS EtherNet/IP Configuration

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