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Schneider Electric Protocol Interfaces

The ProTalk Q product line provides in-chassis protocol interface modules, flow computers and open solution modules for Schneider Electric's Quantum PLC platform.

Wireless Communication

Unlicensed 2.4 GHz, Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum and Industrial Hotspot wireless modems.

Frequency Hopping - Features and Benefits

- Full duplex asynchronous transmission rates to 115 kbps, with line-of-sight communication up to 16 miles

- Design up to 1000 addressed devices with 2000 radios and 78 repeaters per network

- Dual antennas for maximum performance and networking flexibility

- Peer-to-peer communications & diagnostics

- Industrial capabilities: -40 to +70 degrees C operating temperature, vibration & shock resistant, 10-24Vdc

- Class I Div 2 rated for hazardous locations

Industrial Hotspot - Features and Benefits

- 11 Mbps RF data rate, license free 2.4 GHz band

- Simultaneously functions as an untethered "industrial hotspot" for mobile users and applications, and as an industrial wireless connection for fixed devices

- TKIP encryption and MAC ID whitelist authentication for security

- Powerful transmitter with amplifier option for higher speeds at longer ranges outdoors (up to 25 miles) and superior coverage with fewer radios indoors

- Redundant master radios and self-healing network features for dependable operation

- Single unit master, repeater and client

- 10 to 24Vdc, -30 to +60 degrees C operating temperature

- Class I Div 2 rated for hazardous locations

- Ideal when laptop or PDA connectivity is needed or to support high-speed applications, such as video

Protocol Gateways

ProLinx Gateways provide protocol connectivity between two networks with over 150 connectivity options. These stand-alone, DIN-rail mounted, industrial gateways offer communication solutions between Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Field Instrumentation, Ethernet and Serial networks.

Available in Two Form Factors

ProLinx Communication Gateways are now available in two form factors: the original ProLinx and the new ProLinx Plus extruded aluminum enclusure. The ProLinx Plus offers the same connectivity options as in the original gateways. The DIN-rail mounting has optional H or G mount capabilities. All modules are shipped from the factory preloaded with the protocol personalities.

Family of in-chassis protocol, network and open solutions for ControlLogix®, SLC™, PLC-5®, FlexLogix™ and CompactLogix™.