Communication Adapter | 20-COMM-E | Allen Bradley

Brand:   Allen Bradley

Model:   20-COMM-E

Type:      Communication Adapter

Introduction:

An Ethernet communication adapter designed for use with Power Flex 70 and 700 series drive. Any Power Flex drive can use this option adapter to connect to an Ethernet communication network for monitoring and control purposes. It can take up to 30 simultaneous TCP connections or 16 concurrent CIP connections, including 1 exclusive-owner I/O connection. It can handle up to 400 total I/O packets per second (200 in and 200 out), with a Request Packet Interval (RPI) rate of 5ms as a minimum. The dimensions of this adapter are 19 millimeters in height, 78.5 millimeters in width, 86 millimeters in length, and 85 grams in weight. his communication adapter complies with the requirements of UL508C, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 14-M91, EN50178, and EN61800-3. The environmental requirements for the adapter include operating temperatures of -10…50 °C (14…122 °F) and 40…85 °C (-40…185 °F), with a relative humidity requirement of 5…95% non-condensing.

When utilizing this adapter with PLC5, Micro Logix, and SLC 500 controllers, there are certain restrictions present, such as slower explicit messaging and a few others. When combining the Power Flex drive with these controllers, caution must be used. The host drive can provide the 350 milliamps of current needed by the Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP adapter. It operates between -10 and 50 degrees Celsius and between 5 and 95% relative humidity. Additionally, it is advised to keep the adapter away from any corrosive vapors, fumes, or chemicals. If deployed in a home setting, the Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP adapter may create radio interference. The adapter can not be installed in a location where there is volatile or corrosive gases, fumes, or dust in the air.