About The Gateways; Intended Use; Specifications - Softing Modbus mbGate PA User Manual

About the gateways

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The Softing Modbus Gateway offers robust data mapping between a Modbus TCP server and a PROFIBUS
master for easy connection of PROFIBUS network slave devices to a Modbus control system.
The mbGate PA is available as a 2-channel model and a 4-channel model. Both models integrate
PROFIBUS PA (Process Automation) networks in Modbus systems at a fixed speed of 31.2 kbit/s. The
2-channel model supports up to 32 PROFIBUS PA devices and the 4-channel model up to 64 PROFIBUS
PA devices. This gateway is typically used in areas of process automation with explosive atmosphere.
The mbGate PB integrates PROFIBUS PA (Process Automation) and PROFIBUS DP (Decentralised
Peripherals) networks in Modbus systems at speeds of up to 12Mbit/s. It maps two PROFIBUS PA and
one PROFIBUS DP network segments supporting up to 32 PROFIBUS PA and 32 PROFIBUS DP devices.
This gateway is typically used with a centralized controller in factory automation.
The mbGate DP integrates one PROFIBUS DP (Decentralised Peripherals) network with up to 32
PROFIBUS DP devices in Modbus systems at speeds of up to 12Mbit/s.
All three gateways support industry-standard device configuration, parameterization and condition-
monitoring tools.
Engineering systems and asset management systems
The Modbus Gateway can be managed with the following tools:
Modbus engineering system (e.g. Schneider Unity Pro, Siemens TIA Portal)
FDT frame application (e.g. PACTware)
Siemens SIMATIC PDM (Process Device Manager)
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Intended use

This series of gateways has been designed to integrate PROFIBUS network slaves in Modbus TCP networks.
Any other use is not intended. Follow the instructions in this document on how to configure and operate
the gateways.
CAUTION
Do not use this device in hazardous areas! See Section
ambient conditions.
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Specifications

Power supply
Ethernet
Minimum ambient
operating temperature
Storage temperature
Altitude
Location
Version EN-092019-1.21
18 VDC...32 VDC; SELV/PELV supply mandatory
Typical input current is 200 mA; maximum is 1 A (considering the rush-in
current at switch-on).
IEEE 802.3 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
-40 °C (see Installation positions
depending on the mounting position)
-40 °C...+85 °C
must not exceed 2000 m
indoor use only; no direct sunlight
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Specifications for permissible
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for the maximum ambient temperature
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