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Product Identification and Basics
The X20IF1082 - 2, with its distinct material number, is an interface module by B&R. It is designed to expand the capabilities of X20 controllers for application - specific needs. Equipped with a POWERLINK interface, it serves as a crucial component in industrial control systems. The module's two RJ45 sockets, which are part of an integrated hub, simplify the connection process, making it an essential part of industrial setups where efficient communication is required.
Technical Features
One of the remarkable features of the X20IF1082 - 2 is its support for real - time Ethernet communication via POWERLINK. This enables fast and reliable data transfer in industrial environments. The integrated hub not only simplifies cabling but also allows for easy creation of daisy - chain connections. Additionally, it offers configurable ring redundancy, enhancing system reliability. Poll response chaining and Dynamic Node Allocation (DNA) further optimize the communication process, providing flexibility and adaptability in industrial network setups.
Application - Oriented Advantages
In industrial applications, the X20IF1082 - 2 proves highly
valuable. It can be used in manufacturing plants where real - time
control of production processes is essential. The ability to create
daisy - chain connections through the integrated hub reduces
cabling complexity and cost. The configurable ring redundancy
ensures continuous operation even in case of network failures. Poll
response chaining and DNA enable efficient resource allocation and
seamless integration of new nodes, ultimately improving the overall
efficiency and productivity of industrial operations.
Category | Details |
General Information | |
- Material Number | X20IF1082 - 2 |
- Brand | B&R |
- Product Type | Interface Module |
- Function | Expand X20 controllers for application - specific needs with
POWERLINK - based real - time Ethernet communication |
- B&R ID Code | 0xA7A3 |
- Warranty | Usually 12 months (varies by region and distributor) |
- Status Indicators | Module status, bus function |
- Diagnostics | Module status available via LED status indicator and software; bus
function available via LED status indicator and software |
- Power Consumption | 2 W |
- Additional Power Dissipation by Actuators (Resistive) | N/A |
Interfaces | |
- Fieldbus | POWERLINK (V1 / V2) managing or controlled node |
- Type | Type 4 |
- Variant | 2x shielded RJ45 (hub) |
- Line Length | Max. 100 m between 2 stations (segment length) |
- Transfer Rate | 100 Mbit/s |
- Transfer Physical Layer | 100Base - TX |
- Half - Duplex | Yes |
- Full - Duplex | No |
- Autonegotiation | Yes |
- Auto - MDI/MDIX | Yes |
- Hub Propagation Delay | 0.96 to 1 µs |
- Controller | POWERLINK MAC |
Electrical Properties | |
- Electrical Isolation | PLC isolated from POWERLINK (X1 and X2) |
Operating Conditions | |
- Mounting Orientation | Horizontal and vertical |
- Installation Elevation above Sea Level | 0 - 2000 m: no limitation; > 2000 m: reduction of ambient
temperature by 0.5 °C per 100 m |
- Degree of Protection per EN 60529 | IP20 |
- Temperature - Operation (Horizontal Mounting) | - 25 °C to 60 °C |
- Temperature - Operation (Vertical Mounting) | - 25 °C to 50 °C |
- Temperature - Storage | - 40 °C to 85 °C |
- Temperature - Transport | - 40 °C to 85 °C |
- Relative Humidity - Operation | 5% - 95%, non - condensing |
- Relative Humidity - Storage | 5% - 95%, non - condensing |
- Relative Humidity - Transport | 5% - 95%, non - condensing |
Mechanical Properties | |
- Slot in the X20 PLC | N/A (depends on X20 system configuration) |
- Shipping Weight | Approximately 1.5 kg |
- Dimensions (Estimated) | 2.5 cm x 10.2 cm x 5.7 cm (as per some sources) |
Certifications | |
- CE | Yes |
- UKCA | Yes |
- ATEX | Zone 2, II 3G Ex nA nC IIA T5 Gc; IP20, Ta (see X20 user's manual);
FTZÚ 09 ATEX 0083X |
- UL | cULus E115267 (industrial control equipment) |
- HazLoc | cCSAus 244665 (process control equipment for hazardous locations,
Class I, Division 2, Groups ABCD, T5) |
- DNV | Temperature: B(0 - 55 °C); Humidity: B(up to 100%); Vibration: B(4
g); EMC: B(bridge and open deck) |
- CCS | Yes |
- LR | ENV1 |
- KR | Yes |
- ABS | Yes |
- BV | EC33B, Temperature: 5 - 55 °C, Vibration: 4 g, EMC: Bridge and open
deck |
- KC | Yes |
Redundancy and Advanced Features | |
- Ring Redundancy | Configurable |
- Poll Response Chaining | Available |
- Dynamic Node Allocation (DNA) | Available |