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New 5-Port Industrial Ethernet Switch features internal intelligence for “connect and go” easy installation

Acromag introduces BusWorks® 900EN-S005 Switch with auto-negotiation of data rate, flow control, and crossover signal compatibility for quick installation and simple operation.

Acromag’s new five-port Ethernet switch is specially designed for use in industrial applications. Rugged construction and a variety of security features ensure reliable operation under demanding conditions. Internal intelligence enables “connect and go” operation for fast and easy network installation with auto-negotiation of 10/100 Mbps data rate, full/half-duplex flow control, and crossover signal compatibility. No configuration is necessary when the 900EN-S005 is used as a simple switch with Acromag’s Ethernet I/O modules. For advanced users, this switch offers numerous control functions that are easily configured through DIP-switch settings or programmed using your computer. The switch has a list price of $395.

For more information download Acromag's Ethernet I/O brochure (pdf, 918 KB).

ISA Expo 2003 Review

Acromag introduced their BusWorks® 900EN Series Ethernet I/O modules with a direct network interface on each inch-wide module to eliminate expensive buscouplers, large I/O racks, and special software. These new I/O Modules feature higher density, lower installation costs, and easier configuration using a web browser . At the show, Acromag demonstrated the new 12 channel Ethernet I/O module interfacing with a Siemens/Moore 353 Controller. Click here to view a picture of the demo. Another featured display showed a PC with SpecView Software talking to Acromag’s Ethernet I/O, while a third display demonstrated wireless communication between Modbus-RTU I/O and a Honeywell HC900 controller using RF Modems. Click here to view a picture of the demo.

Acromag’s new BusWorks® 900EN Series I/O Modules interface analog and discrete I/O signals directly to an Ethernet Modbus/TCP 10/100Mbps network. The twelve-channel, inch-wide I/O modules operate independently of any buscoupler device or I/O rack, nor do they require any special system power supply. These self-contained I/O modules are more cost and space-efficient for applications requiring fewer I/O channels by offering lower startup costs and higher density mounting. Setup is also faster and easier with embedded web pages enabling configuration on any standard web browser. No other software is required. Flexible power requirements support operation on standard 15-36V DC power supplies. The 12-channel discrete I/O modules ($350) are ideal for on/off monitoring and control of industrial devices. Analog I/O modules ($550 for 12 channels) interface DC voltage or current input signals to the network controller.

For more information download Acromag's Ethernet I/O brochure (pdf, 918 KB).

Visit www.acromag.com for more information or call 248-624-1541. To request product literature or our NEW Summer 2003 catalog, click here.

Acromag announces new Director of Marketing and Sales
Acromag is pleased to announce the promotion of Donald Lupo to the position of Director of Marketing and Sales, Process Products. Mr. Lupo previously held the position of Marketing & Sales Manager, Process Products.

Profibus Technical Seminar/Product Fair
See Acromag and learn about Profibus when this traveling show comes to your town. Organized by the PROFIBUS Interface Center, this series of one-day technical seminars also includes product displays from many industry-leading product vendors like Acromag. See Acromag's Profibus Display.

Show Schedule
Seminar Information
Download Seminar Flyer (pdf 158 KB)
Next Show: December 2, 2003 in Atlanta, GA

Ask the I/O Experts
Question: What is the procedure for assigning a unique IP address to a second network interface card installed in a personal computer for the purpose of communicating with an Acromag Series 900EN Series Ethernet I/O Modules.

Answer: Please read Acromag's new White Paper (pdf, 677KB) for more information on how to connect Ethernet I/O Modules to your PC.

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