Siemens Data Acquisition Adaptor for Use with Connection of a PG or Notebook to PROFIBUS or MPI

Need a way of integrating real-world measurements into your automation system? Use this data acquisition adaptor from Siemens. It converts data from your PROFIBUS or MPI network so you can access the information on your laptop or PC. With this device, you can set up to 50 possible connections, making it easy to send and receive large batches of info simultaneously. Quick signal transmission rates of up to 12Mbit/s keep your workflow running efficiently. This unit can sit on a desk or be mounted directly to your industrial system's control cabinet using a DIN rail mounting kit (265-5224).

• Suits demanding indoor conditions thanks to the wide 0°C to +60°C operating temperature range
• IP20 rating indicates it's safe to handle
• 2m USB cable lets you set it up on a desk

Yes, you can run it from the USB connection or connect it to an external power supply, depending on your setup.

Yes, you'll need software like SOFTNET-PB S7 (256-0808) to establish the connection between your Notebook and the PROFIBUS system.