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Meet the next-generation gateways

Transfer more data quicker and easier!

HMS  Networks has introduced 23 next-generation Anybus Communicator Gateways, offering faster and more efficient data transfer to and from industrial networks. The high-performance gateways connect devices or networks to EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, PROFIBUS, and PROFINET control systems, enabling the removal of isolated automation and increasing operational performance.

Powered  by the award-winning Anybus NP40 industrial network processor, the gateways meet demanding requirements for performance, reliability, and security. With new hardware and software, the gateways allow for instant data transfer, up to 10 times faster than their predecessors. Additionally, users can exchange significantly more data as the gateways transfer up to 1,500 bytes to and from connected PLCs.

The  optimized hardware design and intuitive user interface mean you’ll be up and running in minutes. The forward-facing ports and DIN-rail mounting allow you to install the gateway close to connected devices, reducing wiring requirements. Users can also easily configure the gateways using drag-and-drop functionality in the web-based user interface, which is accessible via a dedicated Ethernet port on the gateways.

 

And even better news, HMS Networks plan to release even more next-generation gateways in the future!

 

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Meet the Anybus user interface!

Taking usability to the next level

Anybus' next-generation gateways offer world-leading usability thanks to the intuitive user interface.

 

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Anybus gateways

high-performance

High performance

Instant data transfer enables you to take full advantage of high-speed industrial networks. The hardware accelerated endian conversion (byte swap) saves processing time on the PLC. Transfer up to 1500 bytes in each direction.

Security

Cybersecurity

Designed to keep you safe from cyberattacks. Secure boot protects you against malicious software and a security switch adds physical protection to prevent unauthorized configuration changes. 

durability

Durability

Built using carefully selected industrial components and verified against industry standards, the Gateway can handle harsh industrial environments. Proven network conformance thanks to the market-leading NP40 network processor.

user-friendly

User-friendly

Fast installation and configuration are guaranteed thanks to an intuitive GUI, easy-to-understand documentation, and effective housing design. The GUI makes it simple to analyze live data, export log files, and generate support packages. 

 

Communicator Network - Network

Network to network application

Bridge control systems with Anybus gateways to allow data to flow seamlessly between controllers. Just connect, configure, and you’re done.

PLC Gateways

Communicator Network-Serial

Serial application

Connect RS-485/422/232 or CAN based devices and machines to control systems to allow data to flow transparently. Just connect, configure, and you’re done.

Serial/CAN gateways

device_to_plc

Ethernet devices to PLC

Connect industrial Ethernet of Fieldbus devices and machines to control systems and allow data to flow transparently. Just connect, configure, and you’re done.

Ethernet/Fieldbus gateways

Network to Network Communicators

Anybus Communicator - EtherNet/IP adapter - PROFIBUS DP device

The Anybus Communicator EtherNet/IP adapter – PROFIBUS DP device is an industrial protocol gateway that allows you to seamlessly transfer data between PLC control systems over EtherNet/IP and PROFIBUS networks.

Anybus Communicators are designed to ensure reliable, secure, and high-speed data transfer between different industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus networks. Very easy to install and deploy, the stand-alone gateways enable transparent data exchange between PLCs, allowing you to integrate legacy equipment into modern, high-performance networks without any changes to the hardware and only minimal changes to the software.

Anybus Communicators are built using the award-winning and proven Anybus NP40 industrial network processor providing network conformance, high performance, and reliability. When connecting between PLCs on different networks, extremely fast data cycling is enabled with data transfer of up to 1500 bytes in each direction, meeting most current control application needs as well as supporting future demands.

Quick installation is ensured thanks to the intuitive configuration, easy-to-understand documentation, and smart hardware and housing design.

EtherNet/IP to PROFIBUS

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EtherNetIP-logoProfibus_logo

Features & Benefits

Use Case

EtherNet/IP Features

PROFIBUS Features

User Interface

Technical Specification

Excellent performance

  • Instant data transfer - The time required for data transfer between two PLCs is made up of the cycle time of the first network plus the cycle time of the second network. The internal data transfer in the communicator is negligible because it corresponds to the natural fluctuations of the network cycle times (jitter).
  • Hardware-accelerated endian conversion (byte swap) - Communicators can change the data representation (endianness) using hardware-accelerated endian conversion to ensure that data is represented correctly in each PLC. You can even convert different parts of the data area in different ways to handle different types of data. This has no impact on performance, relieves the PLC of the data conversion task, and simplifies PLC programming.

 

Easy startup

  • Dedicated Ethernet configuration port - no special cables required.
  • Intuitive web-based drag-and-drop configuration interface - no need to install additional software.
  • Front-facing connectors make it easy to connect cables, and the slim form factor saves space on the DIN rail.
  • Troubleshoot with powerful diagnostics, including live data monitor, status screen, and support package.

 

Latest security features

  • Secure boot functionality to detect firmware tampering and protect against malware attacks and infections.
  • Security switch that locks your configuration and prevents any unauthorized access.
  • The ports used in production have been disabled to prevent malware from being loaded via the ports.

 

For industrial environments

  • Robust, compact housing.
  • Industrial components are CE and UL tested and certified.
  • Wide temperature range, -25°C to 70°C.
  • Top-hat rail mounting for installation close to the connected devices, reducing wiring effort.
EtherNet/IP to PROFIBUS Use Case

EtherNet/IP features

  • EtherNet/IP adapter mode
  • Transfer up to 1 448 bytes to and from EtherNet/IP (2896 bytes total)
  • Class 1 and Class 3 connection for process data
  • Device Level Ring (beacon mode)
  • Quick Connect class B
  • Dual RJ45 Ethernet ports with 10/100 Mbit full duplex
  • Daisy chaining with integrated switch

 

profibus dp device features

  • PROFIBUS DPV1 & DPV0 Device (slave)
  • Transfer up to 244 bytes to and from PROFIBUS (488 bytes total)
  • Automatic baud rate detection up to 12 Mbit/s
  • PROFIBUS slave address setting via onboard rotary switches or web interface
  • Supports Sync and Freeze and Watchdog
  • Supports I&M 0-3
  • 1x D-sub 9-pin female PROFIBUS connector
  • GSD file available

Anybus' second-generation gateways offer world-leading usability thanks to the intuitive graphical user interface (GUI).

The User Interface enables you to:

  • Change the configurations without installing additional software
  • Use drag and drop functionality to configure the gateway
  • Import or export files or firmware
  • Analyze live data or export a log file for deeper analysis
  • Use the support tab to open the relevant user guide or generate a customized support package
  • Want to brand your interface? No problem! Customize the interface to meet your look 

Interested?

Click on the link to watch the User Interface in action. You can even try the user Interface before you buy!

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General

Dimensions (L x W x H) with serial and power connector98 x 27 x 144 mm
3.85 x 1.06 x 5,67 in
Weight 150 grams, 0.33 lb
Buttons and switchesReset button and security switch
LEDsGateway, Network 1 & Network 2
IP rating IP20
Housing materialPC ABS, UL 94 VO
Mounting DIN rail (35 * 7,5/15)

 

 

Environment

Operating temperature -25 to 70° C, -13 to 158° F
Storage temperature -40 to 85° C, -40 to 185° F
Relative humidity 0-95% non condensing
Installation altitudeUp to 2 000 m

 

 

POWER

Input voltage 12 - 30 VDC
Current consumption Typical: 90 mA @ 24V (2.2 W) 
Power connector 3-pin plug with screw terminal
ProtectionReverse voltage protection and short circuit protection

 

 

Ethernet ports

Ports 2 x Ethernet ports per Ethernet protocol
Isolation Galvanic isolation
Bitrate10/100 Mbit full duplex
ConnectorRJ45
Switch. Dual port cut-through switch

 

 

Ethernet/ip

Mode Adapter (slave)          
MessagesImplicit and explicit
Max no of scanner connections1 input/output (exclusive owner)
3 listen only or input only
Input data size1 448 bytes (with large forward open) 
Output data size1 448 bytes (with large forward open) 
Network redundancy Device Level Ring (DLR), beacon-based       
Quick connect Class B 
CertificationODVA Certified
Minimum cycle time1 ms for class 1 connections, 100 ms for class 3 connections
EDS FileAvailable

PROFIBUS

ModePROFIBUS DPV1 Device (slave)
Input data size244 bytes
Output data size244 bytes
Baude rateAutomatic baud rate detection up to 12 Mbit/s
Rotary switchesPROFIBUS slave address setting via onboard rotary switches or web interface
FeaturesSupports Sync and Freeze and Watchdog
I&M recordsManufacturer data (I&M0), Tag information (I&M1), Date/Time (I&M2), Description (I&M3)
Connector1x D-sub 9-pin female PROFIBUS connector
GSDGSD file available

CERTIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS

ULCULUSfile number E214107
CE2014/30/EU
KCR-R-ABJ-Communicator (Pending for EtherCAT MainDevice)
EMC

EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-4-2
EN 61000-4-3
EN 61000-4-4
EN 61000-4-5
EN 61000-4-6
EN 61000-6-4
EN 55032

Environment

IEC 60068-2-1 Ab
IEC 60068-2-2 Bb
IEC 60068-2-1 Ab
IEC 60068-2-2 Bb
IEC 60068-2-14 Nb
IEC 60068-2-30 Db
IEC 60068-2-78 Cab
IEC 60068-2-78 Cab

Vibration and shock

IEC 60068-2-27
IEC 60068-2-6

Waste certificationWEE

 

 

CONFIGURATION

Configuration softwareWeb based configuration
Configuration portsDedicated 10/100 Mbit RJ45 Ethernet configuration port and Ethernet ports

 

 

SECURITY

Secure bootEnsures software authenticity
Security switchPhysical switch that enable/disable access to the web based configuration interface

 

 

PRODUCT PACKAGING

ContentGateway, power connector, start-up guide, compliance information sheet
Box materialCardboard

 

MEAN TIME BETWEEN FAILURE

MTBF> 1 500 000 h, Telcordia Method I Case 3 at 30° C


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Ordering Information 

ORDER CODE: ABC4014-A

WARRANTY:  5 years

For purchasing instructions and terms and conditions, see: How to buy

This product is available to purchase from the following "online portals".

https://www.digikey.co.uk/en/products/detail/hms-networks/ABC4014-A/18883247?s=N4IgTCBcDaIIICEDCAWADARhSAugXyA, https://www.conrad.com/p/anybus-abc4014-gateway-ethernetip-profibus-rj-45-24-v-dc-1-pcs-2735340, https://export.rsdelivers.com/product/anybus/abc4014-a/gateway-server-for-use-with-plc-systems-profibus/ip/2678025

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For volume pricing and access to first-line technical support and local language assistance, please contact your nearest HMS Distributor.

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Ethernet/Fieldbus devices to PLC

Anybus Communicator - EtherNet/IP adapter - PROFIBUS DP device

The Anybus Communicator EtherNet/IP adapter – PROFIBUS DP device is an industrial protocol gateway that allows you to seamlessly transfer data between PLC control systems over EtherNet/IP and PROFIBUS networks.

Anybus Communicators are designed to ensure reliable, secure, and high-speed data transfer between different industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus networks. Very easy to install and deploy, the stand-alone gateways enable transparent data exchange between PLCs, allowing you to integrate legacy equipment into modern, high-performance networks without any changes to the hardware and only minimal changes to the software.

Anybus Communicators are built using the award-winning and proven Anybus NP40 industrial network processor providing network conformance, high performance, and reliability. When connecting between PLCs on different networks, extremely fast data cycling is enabled with data transfer of up to 1500 bytes in each direction, meeting most current control application needs as well as supporting future demands.

Quick installation is ensured thanks to the intuitive configuration, easy-to-understand documentation, and smart hardware and housing design.

EtherNet/IP to PROFIBUS

Buy Online

Support Pages
EtherNetIP-logoProfibus_logo

Features & Benefits

Use Case

EtherNet/IP Features

PROFIBUS Features

User Interface

Technical Specification

Excellent performance

  • Instant data transfer - The time required for data transfer between two PLCs is made up of the cycle time of the first network plus the cycle time of the second network. The internal data transfer in the communicator is negligible because it corresponds to the natural fluctuations of the network cycle times (jitter).
  • Hardware-accelerated endian conversion (byte swap) - Communicators can change the data representation (endianness) using hardware-accelerated endian conversion to ensure that data is represented correctly in each PLC. You can even convert different parts of the data area in different ways to handle different types of data. This has no impact on performance, relieves the PLC of the data conversion task, and simplifies PLC programming.

 

Easy startup

  • Dedicated Ethernet configuration port - no special cables required.
  • Intuitive web-based drag-and-drop configuration interface - no need to install additional software.
  • Front-facing connectors make it easy to connect cables, and the slim form factor saves space on the DIN rail.
  • Troubleshoot with powerful diagnostics, including live data monitor, status screen, and support package.

 

Latest security features

  • Secure boot functionality to detect firmware tampering and protect against malware attacks and infections.
  • Security switch that locks your configuration and prevents any unauthorized access.
  • The ports used in production have been disabled to prevent malware from being loaded via the ports.

 

For industrial environments

  • Robust, compact housing.
  • Industrial components are CE and UL tested and certified.
  • Wide temperature range, -25°C to 70°C.
  • Top-hat rail mounting for installation close to the connected devices, reducing wiring effort.
EtherNet/IP to PROFIBUS Use Case

EtherNet/IP features

  • EtherNet/IP adapter mode
  • Transfer up to 1 448 bytes to and from EtherNet/IP (2896 bytes total)
  • Class 1 and Class 3 connection for process data
  • Device Level Ring (beacon mode)
  • Quick Connect class B
  • Dual RJ45 Ethernet ports with 10/100 Mbit full duplex
  • Daisy chaining with integrated switch

 

profibus dp device features

  • PROFIBUS DPV1 & DPV0 Device (slave)
  • Transfer up to 244 bytes to and from PROFIBUS (488 bytes total)
  • Automatic baud rate detection up to 12 Mbit/s
  • PROFIBUS slave address setting via onboard rotary switches or web interface
  • Supports Sync and Freeze and Watchdog
  • Supports I&M 0-3
  • 1x D-sub 9-pin female PROFIBUS connector
  • GSD file available

Anybus' second-generation gateways offer world-leading usability thanks to the intuitive graphical user interface (GUI).

The User Interface enables you to:

  • Change the configurations without installing additional software
  • Use drag and drop functionality to configure the gateway
  • Import or export files or firmware
  • Analyze live data or export a log file for deeper analysis
  • Use the support tab to open the relevant user guide or generate a customized support package
  • Want to brand your interface? No problem! Customize the interface to meet your look 

Interested?

Click on the link to watch the User Interface in action. You can even try the user Interface before you buy!

Learn more

General

Dimensions (L x W x H) with serial and power connector98 x 27 x 144 mm
3.85 x 1.06 x 5,67 in
Weight 150 grams, 0.33 lb
Buttons and switchesReset button and security switch
LEDsGateway, Network 1 & Network 2
IP rating IP20
Housing materialPC ABS, UL 94 VO
Mounting DIN rail (35 * 7,5/15)

 

 

Environment

Operating temperature -25 to 70° C, -13 to 158° F
Storage temperature -40 to 85° C, -40 to 185° F
Relative humidity 0-95% non condensing
Installation altitudeUp to 2 000 m

 

 

POWER

Input voltage 12 - 30 VDC
Current consumption Typical: 90 mA @ 24V (2.2 W) 
Power connector 3-pin plug with screw terminal
ProtectionReverse voltage protection and short circuit protection

 

 

Ethernet ports

Ports 2 x Ethernet ports per Ethernet protocol
Isolation Galvanic isolation
Bitrate10/100 Mbit full duplex
ConnectorRJ45
Switch. Dual port cut-through switch

 

 

Ethernet/ip

Mode Adapter (slave)          
MessagesImplicit and explicit
Max no of scanner connections1 input/output (exclusive owner)
3 listen only or input only
Input data size1 448 bytes (with large forward open) 
Output data size1 448 bytes (with large forward open) 
Network redundancy Device Level Ring (DLR), beacon-based       
Quick connect Class B 
CertificationODVA Certified
Minimum cycle time1 ms for class 1 connections, 100 ms for class 3 connections
EDS FileAvailable

PROFIBUS

ModePROFIBUS DPV1 Device (slave)
Input data size244 bytes
Output data size244 bytes
Baude rateAutomatic baud rate detection up to 12 Mbit/s
Rotary switchesPROFIBUS slave address setting via onboard rotary switches or web interface
FeaturesSupports Sync and Freeze and Watchdog
I&M recordsManufacturer data (I&M0), Tag information (I&M1), Date/Time (I&M2), Description (I&M3)
Connector1x D-sub 9-pin female PROFIBUS connector
GSDGSD file available

CERTIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS

ULCULUSfile number E214107
CE2014/30/EU
KCR-R-ABJ-Communicator (Pending for EtherCAT MainDevice)
EMC

EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-4-2
EN 61000-4-3
EN 61000-4-4
EN 61000-4-5
EN 61000-4-6
EN 61000-6-4
EN 55032

Environment

IEC 60068-2-1 Ab
IEC 60068-2-2 Bb
IEC 60068-2-1 Ab
IEC 60068-2-2 Bb
IEC 60068-2-14 Nb
IEC 60068-2-30 Db
IEC 60068-2-78 Cab
IEC 60068-2-78 Cab

Vibration and shock

IEC 60068-2-27
IEC 60068-2-6

Waste certificationWEE

 

 

CONFIGURATION

Configuration softwareWeb based configuration
Configuration portsDedicated 10/100 Mbit RJ45 Ethernet configuration port and Ethernet ports

 

 

SECURITY

Secure bootEnsures software authenticity
Security switchPhysical switch that enable/disable access to the web based configuration interface

 

 

PRODUCT PACKAGING

ContentGateway, power connector, start-up guide, compliance information sheet
Box materialCardboard

 

MEAN TIME BETWEEN FAILURE

MTBF> 1 500 000 h, Telcordia Method I Case 3 at 30° C


    File Type Version Size Read online  

Ordering Information 

ORDER CODE: ABC4014-A

WARRANTY:  5 years

For purchasing instructions and terms and conditions, see: How to buy

This product is available to purchase from the following "online portals".

https://www.digikey.co.uk/en/products/detail/hms-networks/ABC4014-A/18883247?s=N4IgTCBcDaIIICEDCAWADARhSAugXyA, https://www.conrad.com/p/anybus-abc4014-gateway-ethernetip-profibus-rj-45-24-v-dc-1-pcs-2735340, https://export.rsdelivers.com/product/anybus/abc4014-a/gateway-server-for-use-with-plc-systems-profibus/ip/2678025

Buying from an approved HMS Distributor
For volume pricing and access to first-line technical support and local language assistance, please contact your nearest HMS Distributor.

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