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ABB cm579-pnio-xc profinet i/o rt controller
ABB 1SAP370901R0101 CM579-PNIO-XC AC500-XC PROFINET IO RT Controller communication module with two RJ45 Ethernet ports, an integrated switch, 10/100 Mbit/s communications and support for up to 128 PROFINET IO devices.
£718.25
Why Choose the ABB 1SAP370901R0101 CM579-PNIO-XC PROFINET Communication Module?
The ABB 1SAP370901R0101, type designation CM579-PNIO-XC, is an AC500-XC PROFINET IO RT Controller communication module designed to add high-performance PROFINET connectivity to compatible ABB AC500 PLC systems. Its eXtreme Conditions (XC) construction makes it suitable for demanding industrial environments where increased environmental robustness is required.
The CM579-PNIO-XC provides 2 RJ45 Industrial Ethernet ports with an integrated switch and supports 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet communication. Operating as a PROFINET IO RT Controller, it can communicate with up to 128 PROFINET IO devices, making it suitable for distributed I/O, machine automation and networked control architectures.
Communication with the host CPU is handled through 8 kB dual-port memory, while a dedicated onboard processor manages PROFINET communications. The module also supports PROFIsafe communication for compatible AC500-S safety I/O over PROFINET and maintains compatibility with ABB AC500 and AC500 V3 systems.
Key Advantages
- Adds PROFINET IO RT Controller functionality to compatible ABB AC500 PLC systems.
- Supports up to 128 PROFINET IO devices for extensive distributed automation networks.
- 2 RJ45 Ethernet ports with integrated switch simplify network topology.
- 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet with full-duplex capability provides fast industrial communications.
- Supports PROFIsafe communication with compatible ABB safety I/O.
- Dedicated communication processor reduces the communications workload on the PLC CPU.
- 8 kB dual-port memory provides the interface to the host CPU.
- eXtreme Conditions (XC) construction for demanding industrial installations.
Key Features
- ABB CM579-PNIO-XC AC500-XC communication module.
- PROFINET IO RT Controller functionality.
- 2 × RJ45 Industrial Ethernet interfaces.
- Integrated 2-port Ethernet switch.
- 10/100 Mbit/s transfer rate.
- Full-duplex Ethernet communication.
- Supports up to 128 PROFINET IO devices.
- Supports PROFIsafe for compatible AC500-S safety applications.
- 8 kB dual-port memory CPU interface.
- Dedicated onboard communication processor.
- 256 kB flash memory for the communication processor.
- Supports PROFINET services including RTC, RTA, DCP and CL-RPC.
- IP20 degree of protection.
- eXtreme Conditions (XC) version.
High-Performance PROFINET Connectivity for Industrial Automation
PROFINET enables controllers, distributed I/O, drives and other industrial devices to exchange real-time data over Ethernet-based networks. The ABB CM579-PNIO-XC provides PROFINET IO Controller functionality for compatible AC500 CPUs, allowing a PLC to coordinate up to 128 PROFINET IO devices through its two-port switched Ethernet interface.
Support for PROFIsafe also enables compatible AC500-S safety I/O to communicate over the PROFINET network, allowing standard and safety-related automation to coexist within an integrated architecture. Combined with its dedicated communication processor and XC construction, the CM579-PNIO-XC is well suited to distributed control systems operating in demanding industrial environments.
Typical Applications
- PROFINET-based industrial automation networks.
- ABB AC500 and AC500-XC PLC installations.
- Distributed and remote I/O systems.
- Machine and production line automation.
- PROFIsafe safety I/O networks.
- Industrial Ethernet control architectures.
- Process and factory automation systems.
- Material handling and conveyor systems.
- Infrastructure and demanding environmental installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Supported Protocols | PROFINET | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Communication / Function Module | |
| Communication | PROFINET | |
| Product Series | ABB AC500-XC | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Manufacturer | ABB | |
| Series | AC500-XC | |
| Model | CM579-PNIO-XC | |
| Part number | 1SAP370901R0101 | |
| Product type | PLC communication module | |
| Protocol | PROFINET IO RT | |
| PROFINET function | IO Controller | |
| Industrial Ethernet interfaces | 2 | |
| Connector type | 2 × RJ45 | |
| Ethernet switch | Integrated 2-port switch | |
| Transfer rate | 10/100 Mbit/s | |
| Duplex mode | Full / half duplex with auto-sensing | |
| Maximum PROFINET IO devices | 128 | |
| Safety protocol support | PROFIsafe | |
| CPU interface | 8 kB dual-port memory | |
| Communication processor flash memory | 256 kB | |
| Supported PROFINET functions | RTC, RTA, DCP, CL-RPC | |
| Protection rating | IP20 | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 28 × 135 × 62 mm | |
| Net weight | approx. 0.103 kg | |
| EAN | 4013614493621 | |
| CN8 code | 85389091 | |
| Country of origin | Germany | |
| Environmental version | eXtreme Conditions (XC) | |
| HS Code | 85389091 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 1SAP370901R0101?
The ABB 1SAP370901R0101 is the CM579-PNIO-XC PROFINET IO RT Controller communication module for compatible AC500 PLC systems, providing two RJ45 Ethernet ports, an integrated switch and support for up to 128 PROFINET IO devices.
How many PROFINET devices can the CM579-PNIO-XC control?
The CM579-PNIO-XC supports up to 128 PROFINET IO devices, making it suitable for sizeable distributed I/O and industrial Ethernet automation networks.
Which Ethernet connections does the CM579-PNIO-XC provide?
The module provides 2 RJ45 Industrial Ethernet ports with an integrated switch and supports transfer rates of 10/100 Mbit/s.
Does the ABB CM579-PNIO-XC support PROFIsafe?
Yes. The CM579-PNIO-XC supports PROFIsafe communication, enabling compatible ABB AC500-S safety I/O modules to communicate through a PROFINET IO network.
What does XC mean on the ABB CM579-PNIO-XC?
The XC designation means eXtreme Conditions and identifies an ABB AC500 variant designed for demanding industrial environments where increased resistance to factors such as temperature, vibration, humidity and corrosive gases is required.
Trusted PROFINET and AC500-XC Automation from ABB
ABB AC500-XC communication modules extend the scalable AC500 PLC architecture with industrial networking capabilities for demanding applications, enabling PROFINET-connected controllers, distributed I/O and compatible safety systems to operate within integrated automation networks.
