BCNet-A is an economical Ethernet communication processor. It is designed to meet the increasing demand for informationization of factory equipment (equipment network monitoring and production management). It is used for Ethernet data acquisition of Mitsubishi A series PLCs. It is convenient to build a production management system.
BCNet-A has a double round port, is equipped with an adapter cable, and does not occupy the PLC programming port. While the host computer monitors the PLC data through the Ethernet, the touch screen can communicate with the PLC through the multiplexing interface X2.
BCNet-A supports the vast majority of SCADA software in the field of industrial control, and supports ModbusTCP communication.
BCNet-A features
- Installed on a 35mm guide rail, the COM1 port is directly connected to the PLC programming communication port. BCNet-A requires an external 24VDC power supply.
- Integrate a WEB server, through the web page, you can set device parameters and run diagnostics, and set a login protection password to prevent tampering with configuration data.
- Self-adaptive to the communication parameters of the Mitsubishi PLC programming port, no additional settings are required.
- Integrated ModbusTCP server, support FC1, FC2, FC3, FC5, FC6, FC16, Modbus data area is automatically mapped to the data area of Mitsubishi PLC.
- Using ModbusTCP, it can realize programming in advanced languages (such as VB, VC, C#, etc.), realize data communication with Mitsubishi PLC, and facilitate the development of production management system.
- SCADA (upper configuration software) supporting OPC channel communicates with Mitsubishi PLC in OPC mode.
- Support up to 6 PCs to collect PLC data at the same time.
- Support firmware update on the user side through Ethernet, provide firmware with more functions for free, purchase hardware once, and upgrade permanently.
Typical Application
Technical Parameter
| Product number | BCNet-A |
|---|---|
| Describe | Mitsubishi A series PLC Ethernet communication processor |
| Color | Metallic Black |
| Status Display | Pwr，COM1，COM2，Link |
| Ethernet interface Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | IEEE 802.3 compatible, Link/Active indicator, line sequence adaptive, support Auto-MDIX RJ45 female socket 10/100Mbps MELSOFT, MC, Modbus TCP, etc. |
| Number of TCP connections | 6 |
| X1 interface (connected to PLC) Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | RS232 MD8 communication female port 9.6K, 19.2K, A programming port |
| X2 interface (with HMI) Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | RS232 MD8 communication female port 9.6K, 19.2K, A programming port |
| Programming software Configuration Software OPC software | GX Works2 Kingview, 3D Force Control, etc. KepWare OPC |
| Diagnostics and Parameter setting | IE browser, default 192.168.1.178, BCDevice |
| Power supply Voltage type | FX communication port to take power directly (communication cable) or external 24VDC 24VDC/100mA |
| Operating temperature | 0~60℃ |
| Working humidity | 90% non-condensing |
| Installation method | 35mm rail installation |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | 2014/30/EU |
| Anti-vibration | 4.5mm/30Hz/10Min |
| ESD | 6KV |
| Factory aging | The 60-degree aging box runs for 168 hours, and the power is turned on and off 500 million times |
| Communication stability | Continuous communication with PLC for 30 days, 130 million times of communication with 0 errors |
| Certification | CE Certification |
| Dimensions (LWH) | 90*24*65mm |
| Weight | 100g |