wildswing
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Hey fellas, I did a search but didn't find anything that quite fit. I'm setting up a new CLX chassis (with processor) for a new project. I need to get some data from a PLC5. It'll be a half dozen words at most. I'm debating what the best method would be.
PLC5 (Enhanced 5/40 Ser C Rev G) is connected to both DH+ and RIO networks. It's the RIO scanner (115k). The DH+ network (57k) is connected to other PLC5s and another CLX chassis with DHRIO and ENBT modules. We use this as a programming bridge (Ethernet to DH+) for our PLC5s.
The new CLX chassis will have an ENBT module for programming and HMI access, and (I'm thinking) either 1756-DHRIO or 1756-RIO module for the comms with the 5.
Options as I see them right now:
1 - Use the RIO module and make it a remote rack of the 5.
2 - Use the DHRIO module connected to the DH+ network and use MSGs to read/write between the CLX and 5.
3 - Use Ethernet and the existing DH+ bridge.
The new CLX chassis is being installed very near the PLC5, so cabling between the two will not be a problem.
Any other ways that I'm not aware of? What would you recommend and why? Your input would be greatly appreciated.
PLC5 (Enhanced 5/40 Ser C Rev G) is connected to both DH+ and RIO networks. It's the RIO scanner (115k). The DH+ network (57k) is connected to other PLC5s and another CLX chassis with DHRIO and ENBT modules. We use this as a programming bridge (Ethernet to DH+) for our PLC5s.
The new CLX chassis will have an ENBT module for programming and HMI access, and (I'm thinking) either 1756-DHRIO or 1756-RIO module for the comms with the 5.
Options as I see them right now:
1 - Use the RIO module and make it a remote rack of the 5.
2 - Use the DHRIO module connected to the DH+ network and use MSGs to read/write between the CLX and 5.
3 - Use Ethernet and the existing DH+ bridge.
The new CLX chassis is being installed very near the PLC5, so cabling between the two will not be a problem.
Any other ways that I'm not aware of? What would you recommend and why? Your input would be greatly appreciated.