Universal use

Industrial networks

Fieldbus systems, industrial Ethernet and also IO-Link are already part of the industrialised field. Thus, SCHLEGEL has developed a modular bus system (MBS) that can be integrated universally in many networks. The MBS allows to control and operate up to 128 command points, for example pushbuttons, selector or key switches, pilot lights etc. With the MBS, operator panels or control devices can be equipped quickly, flexibly and with less cabling effort.

The SCHLEGEL MBS consists of a bus-specific basic module and a bus-independent extension module, which gives the flexibility to be integrated in different common industrial networks. Also, changing to another network or another bus system is quite simple and quick. Only the basic module has to be exchanged.

The modular system offers the flexibility to combine standardised SCHLEGEL MBS components with customised solutions. Due to the system's modularity, the design can be adapted individually.

The SCHLEGEL-MBS is available for the following systems:

· AS-Interface

· CANopen

· Profibus

· EtherCAT

· Profinet I/O

· Ethernet IP

· IO-Link

· Powerlink

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THESE ARE THE CHARATCTERISTICS OF THE SCHLEGEL MODULAR SYSTEM:

Direct integration of pushbuttons, pilot lights and switches in industrial networks

Only one connection for up to 128 pushbuttons, pilot lights and switches

Basic module can be extended by up to 15 bus independent I/O modules

Minimum wiring effort, saving time and money

Higher flexibility: individual adaption by customised modules

Easy and cost-effective change of the bus system by exchanging the basic module

SCHLEGEL offers standardised modules suitable to the individual series in a grid of 25 x 25 mm / 27 x 27 mm / 30 x 30 mm

No rigid system: if the requirements change, the MBS can be expanded at any time

Versatile: thanks to its structure, the MBS is suitable for many fields of application

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Compact gateway

For the use of Industrial Ethernet systems like Profinet, Etherneth/IP, EtherCAT or Powerlink SCHLEGEL has developed a gateway with an internal 2-port switch that includes an RFID interface and AD converter in addition to the bus node. Additional advantage of the gateway: It is very compact and therefore can be placed wherever it suits to fulfil functions like RFID user management or to connect a potentiometer. The RFID control inside the gateway is based on the Schlegel transponder management system (TMS).

This picture shows a Schlegel MBS gateway.

This picture shows a Schlegel MBS extension module.

Extension module with RFID control

The extension modules for the Industrial Ethernet systems also have an integrated RFID controller that works in a similar way as the gateway. An RFID reader can be connected to the 8 inputs. The data read from the transponder and processed by the RFID control is directly transmitted to the connected Industrial Ethernet. The 8 I/Os can be used to add further control or operating elements. 2 I/Os are for the control of the illumination ring of the RFID reader, 6 I/Os for high loads, e.g. industrial lamps or valve terminals, in total up to 1 A.

FAQ

What is a fieldbus system?

In this system, sensors and actuators are connected with each other via a bus on a field level. The sensors and actuators are placed on power units, switches and control elements (transmitter) and exchange data with the control devices (receiver) via the bus system. The control devices then activate the corresponding function.

What is Industrial Ethernet?

Industrial Ethernet is the expansion of Ethernet by the ability of real-time functionality as it is already the case for fieldbus systems. As Ethernet components don´t need a fix address, an Industrial Ethernet can be expanded easier and faster.

What is the difference between fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet?

The most significant difference lies in the level on the automation pyramid into which those systems fall. Fieldbus systems are part of the lower levels "field and sensor/actuator", whereas Industrial Ethernet is present on all of the levels. The benefit is that the communication through all levels is much easier.

Which systems are preferred in the industry?

Which systems are preferred in the industry? The most used fieldbus systems are Profibus, Modbus-RTU, CC-Link and CANopen. For the Industrial Ethernet, they are EtherNET/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT and Modbus-TCP.