ABB cm597-eth-xc ethernet (tcp/ip, udp/ip, modbus tcp)

Why Choose the ABB 1SAP373700R0001 CM597-ETH-XC Ethernet Communication Module?

The ABB 1SAP373700R0001, type designation CM597-ETH-XC, is an AC500-XC Ethernet communication module designed to extend compatible ABB AC500 PLC systems with industrial Ethernet connectivity. It supports TCP/IP, UDP/IP and Modbus TCP, making it suitable for PLC-to-PLC communication, supervisory systems, remote monitoring and integration with Ethernet-connected industrial equipment.

The CM597-ETH-XC provides 2 RJ45 Ethernet interfaces with an integrated 2-port switch, supporting 10/100 Mbit/s operation with full- or half-duplex communication and automatic detection. The integrated switch simplifies line and daisy-chain network architectures without requiring a separate external Ethernet switch for every connection.

Communication with the host CPU is handled through 8 kB dual-port memory, while a dedicated netX 100 communication processor manages Ethernet functions. As an eXtreme Conditions (XC) module, the CM597-ETH-XC is intended for demanding industrial environments requiring increased environmental robustness compared with conventional automation installations.

Key Advantages

• Adds industrial Ethernet communication to compatible ABB AC500 PLC systems.
• Supports TCP/IP, UDP/IP and Modbus TCP protocols.
• 2 RJ45 Ethernet ports provide flexible network connectivity.
• Integrated 2-port Ethernet switch simplifies line and daisy-chain topologies.
• 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet supports full- and half-duplex operation with automatic detection.
• 8 kB dual-port memory provides the communication interface to the host CPU.
• Dedicated netX 100 processor manages Ethernet communications.
• eXtreme Conditions (XC) construction for demanding industrial environments.

Key Features

• ABB CM597-ETH-XC AC500-XC communication module.
• 2 × RJ45 Ethernet interfaces.
• Integrated 2-port Ethernet switch.
• 10/100 Mbit/s transfer rate.
• Full- and half-duplex communication with automatic detection.
• Supports Ethernet TCP/IP.
• Supports UDP/IP data exchange.
• Supports Modbus TCP communications.
• Supports DHCP and IP configuration functions.
• Supports ICMP/Ping for network diagnostics.
• Supports online access to compatible AC500 controllers.
• 8 kB dual-port memory CPU interface.
• netX 100 communication processor.
• eXtreme Conditions (XC) version.

Flexible Ethernet Connectivity for Industrial Automation

Industrial Ethernet allows PLCs, HMIs, SCADA platforms and other automation equipment to exchange control, status and diagnostic information over standard Ethernet infrastructure. The ABB CM597-ETH-XC extends compatible AC500 CPUs with TCP/IP, UDP/IP and Modbus TCP connectivity, providing a versatile interface for both controller-to-controller and controller-to-supervisory-system communications.

Its integrated two-port switch supports convenient line network configurations, while DHCP, IP configuration and ICMP/Ping functions assist with network commissioning and diagnostics. The dedicated communication processor and XC construction make the module particularly suitable for industrial control systems requiring reliable Ethernet connectivity in demanding operating environments.

Typical Applications

• ABB AC500 and AC500-XC PLC networking.
• Modbus TCP industrial automation systems.
• PLC-to-PLC Ethernet communications.
• SCADA and supervisory control systems.
• Industrial machine and production line networking.
• Remote monitoring and control applications.
• Process automation systems.
• UDP-based data exchange with compatible controllers and equipment.
• Industrial Ethernet installations in demanding environmental conditions.