Key Features

• Supports multiple industrial communication protocols: Modbus‑TCP, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA, etc.

• Redundant dual‑channel design, supporting hot‑standby switching to avoid single‑point communication failure.

• High‑speed data transmission with low latency, suitable for real‑time control and monitoring data exchange.

• Galvanic isolation between internal bus and external network to resist industrial EMI/RFI interference.

• Hot‑swap supported, compatible with redundant CPU system for bumpless switching.

• Rugged industrial‑grade hardware, operating stably from −40 °C to +85 °C.

• SIL2, CE, UL, ATEX II 3G and IECEx certified for safety‑critical applications.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Woodward 5463‑598

• Type: NetCon 5000 Redundant Communication Gateway Module

• Power Supply: 18–32 VDC (nominal 24 VDC)

• Protocols: Modbus‑TCP, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA

• Communication Ports: Dual redundant Ethernet

• Redundancy: Hot‑standby redundant communication

• Operating Temperature: −40 °C ~ +85 °C

• Certifications: SIL2, CE, UL, ATEX II 3G, IECEx

Applications

• Data exchange between NetCon 5000 turbomachinery control system and plant DCS/SCADA.

• Real‑time monitoring and parameter transmission for gas/steam turbines and compressors.

• Gateway communication for power plant generator set integrated control systems.

• Redundant external communication interface for safety‑critical industrial control racks.