Networks and Communications
DeviceNet™ Networks
Providing You with the Ability to Distribute and Troubleshoot Simple Devices Throughout Your Architecture
The DeviceNet network is an open device level network that provides connections between simple industrial devices (such as sensors and actuators) and higher-level devices (such as programmable controllers and computers).
- Uses the proven Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) to provide control, configure, and data collection capabilities for industrial devices
- The use of CIP allows for seamless bridging and routing between EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.
- Flexible network that works with devices from multiple vendors, offering a wide variety of both Rockwell Automation and third-party products, including products from Rockwell Automation Encompass Partners
Simplicity
Rockwell Automation continues our investment in DeviceNet through solutions that help make DeviceNet easier to wire, commission, and troubleshoot. The Rockwell Automation 193-DNCT DeviceNet Configuration Terminal, E1 Plus overload relay, DSA100 Block I/O, and our KwikLink™ Lite flat cable system helps make DeviceNet even more ideal for in-cabinet and other IP20 rated applications.
Encompass partner DeviceNet products like the Parker ModuFlex™ and other pneumatic valve systems can be easily added to the control system and monitored with the DeviceNet Configuration Terminal. Products with extended DeviceNet functionality like the Festo CPV™ 10/14/18 pneumatic valve system can even be commissioned directly using the same handheld device.
Combining new DeviceNet cabling options with existing, proven products, and ready-made tools such as FactoryTalk™ View diagnostic faceplate for the 1756-DNB and 1769-SDN DeviceNet scanners screens puts the power of DeviceNet within your reach.
Features
- Cost-effective networking solution to simple devices
- Easily access data in intelligent sensors/actuators from multiple third party vendors
- Producer/Consumer services let you configure devices, control, and collect information over a single network
- Improves system integration for both safety and standard applications
- Reduces downtime with early detection of system performance problems
- Reduces maintenance costs with diagnostics and automatic device replacement
- Integrated Architecture Tools and services and support to help assist with network setup and maintenance
- The Automatic Tag Generator tool
| 11 Node DeviceNet System Comparison | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cable Install Method | Description | Avg. Install Time | Time Savings |
| Daisy-chain |
|
94 minutes | |
| KwikLink Lite Flat Cable System |
|
20 minutes |
|