ProSoft PS56-LON-001 Product Description

PS56-LON-001 is a ControlLogix rack-mounted LonWorks communication interface module (SlotServer) launched by ProSoft Technology, enabling seamless data connection between Rockwell 1756 ControlLogix PLC and LonWorks building automation/industrial network, providing standardized protocol bridging for building automation, HVAC, security, and process control.

I. Model Interpretation

PS56: ControlLogix 1756 rack-mounted SlotServer series

LON: LonWorks communication protocol (Echelon standard)

001: Hardware version / Function configuration

Core Positioning: ControlLogix backplane ↔ LonWorks network gateway, single slot, 1756 compatible

II. Hardware Specifications

Mechanical and Electrical

Compatibility: ControlLogix 1756 standard rack, single slot installation

Power Supply: Backplane 5 VDC, maximum 600 mA

Interfaces

LonWorks: 1 × TP/FT-10 port (twisted pair / free topology)

Configuration: 1 × 10/100BaseT Ethernet (configuration / diagnosis)

Expansion: Dual RS-485 ports (optional Modbus, etc.)

Status Indicators: Module status, network activity, fault LED Environment

Working temperature: 0°C ~ +60°C

Humidity: 5% ~ 95% (no condensation)

Protection: IP20, DIN rail-mounted frame installation

Certifications: CE, UL/cUL, RoHS

III. Protocol Capabilities

1. ControlLogix side

Backplane communication: 1756 backplane high-speed data exchange

Data mapping: Automatic mapping of I/O data area (input/output)

Tag support: Direct access to PLC tags, no need for ladder programming

Connection number: No concurrent limit, dependent on backplane bandwidth

2. LonWorks side

Standard: LonWorks TP/FT-10, 78 kbps

Configuration file: Supports LonMark Open standard configuration file

Network variables: NV binding, explicit messages (APDU)

Node capacity: Single module manages up to 255 LonWorks nodes

Topology: Free topology, bus, star, ring

Services:

Network variables (SNVT standard)

Explicit message read/write

Node diagnosis, status monitoring

Network management (address allocation, binding)

IV. Core Functions

Bidirectional data exchange

LonWorks network variables ↔ Automatic mapping of ControlLogix data area

Support for SNVT standard variables (temperature, humidity, switch, analog)

Discrete, analog, string full data types compatibility

Configuration and diagnosis

Specialized configuration tool: ProSoft PCB or FieldServer Toolkit

Visual network variable binding, node scanning

Real-time status monitoring, communication statistics, fault log

Firmware upgrade, configuration backup/restore

Building automation specific

Full LonMark Open configuration file support

HVAC, lighting, security, fire protection equipment seamless integration

Complies with building automation standards (BACnet compatibility)

High reliability

Industrial-grade isolation, wide temperature range, no fan

Automatic reconnection in case of disconnection, data caching

Redundancy support (optional dual modules)

V. Typical Application Scenarios

Building automation system (BAS): HVAC, lighting, elevator connected to ControlLogix

Smart building: Security, fire protection, energy management system integration

Industrial facilities: Workshop environmental control, utility monitoring

Hotel / commercial complex: Centralized equipment monitoring and remote control

Data center: Precision air conditioning, UPS, environmental monitoring connected to PLC

Upgrade of old systems: Traditional LonWorks devices connected to modern ControlLogix platform

VI. Core Advantages

1756 native compatibility: Single slot, no adapter, direct rack installation

LonMark standard: Fully compatible with LonWorks open standard, strong interoperability

No programming integration: Visual configuration, no ladder code required

Multi-device access: Single module connects 255 nodes, simplifies system architecture

Stable and reliable: Industrial-grade design, adapted to building / industrial mixed environment

Easy maintenance: Ethernet configuration, remote diagnosis, firmware online upgrade

VII. Summary

PS56-LON-001 is an industrial-grade solution for the interconnection of ControlLogix and LonWorks building networks. With core advantages including 1756 single-slot, full compatibility with LonMark Open, 255 node access, visual configuration, and industrial-grade reliability, it perfectly realizes seamless communication between Rockwell PLC and LonWorks devices. It is the preferred communication bridge module for scenarios such as intelligent buildings, building automation, industrial facilities, and data centers.