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Communication Modules
| Introduction | Environmentals and Certifications | EtherNet/IP Network | ControlNet Network | DeviceNet Network | Serial Network | DH-485 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. |
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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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