5201-DFNT-DNPM
May 18, 2026

5201-DFNT-DNPM

Part Number: 5201-DFNT-DH485 Manufacturer: ProSoft Technology Product Type: Industrial DIN rail protocol conversion gateway Function: This gateway realizes bidirectional data transmission conversion between EtherNet/IP industrial Ethernet and DH485 serial communication. It enables new EtherNet/IP series PLC systems to stably communicate with traditional AB DH485 protocol old equipment, complete data reading, writing and control interaction, and is widely used in old equipment renovation and industrial field data interconnection.

Description

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1. Product Overview

Part Number: 5201-DFNT-DH485
Manufacturer: ProSoft Technology
Product Type: Industrial DIN rail protocol conversion gateway
Function: This gateway realizes bidirectional data transmission conversion between EtherNet/IP industrial Ethernet and DH485 serial communication. It enables new EtherNet/IP series PLC systems to stably communicate with traditional AB DH485 protocol old equipment, complete data reading, writing and control interaction, and is widely used in old equipment renovation and industrial field data interconnection.

2. Main Features

  1. Fully comply with standard EtherNet/IP communication protocol

  2. Built-in standard DH485 serial communication protocol stack

  3. Support DH485 master and slave working modes

  4. Support multi-station communication on DH485 bus network

  5. Flexible data address mapping, convenient register data mutual transmission

  6. Industrial isolation design, effectively resist on-site electromagnetic interference

  7. Support common DH485 old PLC and man-machine panel access

  8. Simple parameter configuration, fast network debugging

  9. Complete communication fault diagnosis and automatic reconnection function

  10. Compact structure, easy installation and maintenance

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Power Supply

Rated Voltage: 24 VDC
Working Voltage Range: 18 VDC ~ 32 VDC
Maximum Power Consumption: ≤12 W

3.2 EtherNet/IP Interface

Communication Rate: 10/100 Mbps automatic adaptation
Communication Mode: Cyclic data exchange and explicit message access
Support Functions: Real-time data reading, writing and status monitoring
Network Interface: Standard RJ45 Ethernet port

3.3 DH485 Serial Interface

Communication Interface: RS485 physical interface
Communication Baud Rate: 1200bps~19200bps adjustable
Data Format: Standard 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Bus Capacity: Support multiple DH485 equipment parallel connection
Transmission Distance: Meet standard industrial serial communication distance requirements

3.4 Environmental Parameters

Operating Temperature: -20℃ ~ +60℃
Storage Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃
Relative Humidity: 5%~95% non-condensing
Vibration Resistance: Comply with industrial grade vibration standard

3.5 Physical Parameters

Installation Method: Standard 35mm DIN rail installation
Protection Level: IP30
Certification: CE, UL industrial safety certification

4. LED Status Definition

PWR: Power indicator, steady on means normal power supply
RUN: Operation indicator, flashing normally means stable system operation
ENET: EtherNet/IP network indicator, flashing means normal data communication
COM: DH485 communication indicator, flashing means serial data receiving and sending normally
ERR: Fault indicator, on means communication error or configuration exception

5. Installation and Wiring Instructions

  1. Install the gateway firmly on the control cabinet DIN rail

  2. Connect 24 VDC DC power supply correctly according to wiring requirements

  3. Connect EtherNet/IP network cable to Ethernet port to connect upper PLC system

  4. Connect DH485 communication cable to serial interface and access old field equipment

  5. Use special configuration software to set network parameters and serial communication parameters

  6. Configure internal data mapping relationship to realize data interaction

  7. After confirming no error, power on and debug network communication

6. Communication Function

  1. Realize EtherNet/IP system reading DH485 equipment register data

  2. Send control commands from EtherNet/IP main control end to DH485 field equipment

  3. Realize unified monitoring and centralized control of new and old automation equipment

  4. Support real-time uploading of equipment operating status and fault information

  5. Automatically identify bus equipment and ensure stable long-term communication

7. Application Scope

  1. Transformation and upgrading of old AB DH485 PLC control system

  2. Data interconnection between new EtherNet/IP PLC and old man-machine touch screen

  3. Production line old equipment network reconstruction project

  4. Automobile, machinery manufacturing industry old workshop system integration

  5. Water treatment, metallurgy and other industries legacy equipment communication docking

  6. Multi-generation automation equipment mixed networking unified management scheme

8. Safety Notes

  1. All wiring operations must be completed in power-off state

  2. Use shielded twisted pair wires for DH485 bus wiring

  3. Do not exceed the specified working voltage and ambient temperature range

  4. Reasonably set communication baud rate and station address to avoid bus conflict

  5. Regularly check wiring looseness and equipment heat dissipation condition

  6. Professional technicians are recommended to complete protocol configuration and debugging work


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