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imo xbl-pmec xgbu plc communication module
IMO XBL-PMEC XGB PROFIBUS-DP master communication module with an RS-485 interface, transmission speeds up to 12 Mbps and support for up to 64 network stations for industrial automation systems.
£408.22
Why Choose the IMO XBL-PMEC XGB PROFIBUS-DP Master Module?
The IMO XBL-PMEC is an industrial PROFIBUS-DP master communication module designed for compatible XGB programmable logic controller (PLC) systems. It enables an XGB controller to operate as a PROFIBUS-DP master, providing high-speed cyclic data exchange with compatible remote I/O, drives, controllers and other PROFIBUS field devices.
The XBL-PMEC provides an RS-485 electrical PROFIBUS-DP interface and supports transmission speeds from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps. Automatic baud-rate detection, Sync/Freeze functionality and configurable high-speed link communication make the module suitable for demanding machine control and distributed industrial automation systems.
With support for up to 64 stations per network and up to 244 bytes of input and 244 bytes of output data per slave, the XBL-PMEC provides substantial capacity for distributed control applications. Network configuration is performed using the dedicated PROFICON configuration tool, allowing PROFIBUS devices and communication parameters to be configured for the application.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated PROFIBUS-DP master communication for compatible XGB PLC systems.
- High-speed communication from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps.
- Supports up to 64 stations per network.
- Up to 244 bytes input and 244 bytes output per slave.
- Supports automatic baud-rate detection for easier network configuration.
- Sync and Freeze modes provide additional control over distributed process data.
Key Features
- IMO XGB PROFIBUS-DP master communication module.
- RS-485 electrical interface.
- PROFIBUS-DP bus network topology.
- Transmission rates of 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5 and 500 kbps, plus 1.5, 3, 6 and 12 Mbps.
- Supports up to 64 stations per network.
- Supports up to 32 stations per segment, including master and repeater.
- Maximum input capacity of 244 bytes per slave.
- Maximum output capacity of 244 bytes per slave.
- Maximum master input capacity of 15,616 bytes.
- Maximum master output capacity of 15,616 bytes.
- Supports Auto Baud Rate Detect.
- Supports Sync and Freeze modes.
- Configuration through dedicated PROFICON software.
Reliable PROFIBUS-DP Communication for Industrial Automation
PROFIBUS-DP is a fieldbus communication system developed for fast data exchange between industrial controllers and distributed peripheral equipment. The IMO XBL-PMEC allows a compatible XGB PLC to function as the PROFIBUS-DP master, coordinating cyclic communication with connected slave devices across an RS-485 bus network.
Its wide range of selectable transmission speeds allows the network to be configured according to the required cable distance and performance. Using suitable Type A PROFIBUS cable, communication distances can reach 1,200 m at lower baud rates, while transmission at up to 12 Mbps supports high-speed applications over shorter network segments.
Typical Applications
- PROFIBUS-DP industrial automation networks.
- PLC communication with distributed remote I/O.
- Variable frequency drive and motor-control networks.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Material handling and conveyor control systems.
- Process and factory automation equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial control panels.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | IMO |
|---|---|
| Series | XGB |
| Model | XBL-PMEC |
| Product type | PROFIBUS-DP master communication module |
| Network type | PROFIBUS-DP |
| Network function | Master |
| Standard | EN 50170 / DIN 19245 |
| Interface | RS-485 electrical |
| Network topology | Bus |
| Modulation | NRZ |
| Media access control | Token Passing |
| Transmission speeds | 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500 kbps; 1.5, 3, 6, 12 Mbps |
| Maximum stations per network | 64 |
| Maximum stations per segment | 32, including master and repeater |
| Maximum input size per slave | 244 bytes |
| Maximum output size per slave | 244 bytes |
| Maximum master input size | 15,616 bytes |
| Maximum master output size | 15,616 bytes |
| Communication transmission cycles | 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 ms; 1, 5, 10 s |
| Maximum cable distance at 9.6–93.75 kbps | 1,200 m |
| Maximum cable distance at 187.5 kbps | 1,000 m with Type A cable |
| Maximum cable distance at 500 kbps | 400 m with Type A cable |
| Maximum cable distance at 1.5 Mbps | 200 m with Type A cable |
| Maximum cable distance at 3–12 Mbps | 100 m with Type A cable |
| Recommended cable | Shielded twisted-pair PROFIBUS cable |
| Configuration software | PROFICON |
| Internal current consumption | 300 mA |
| Weight | approx. 86 g excluding connector |
| Weight with connector | approx. 122 g |
| HS Code | 8537109199 |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO XBL-PMEC used for?
The XBL-PMEC is a PROFIBUS-DP master communication module that enables a compatible XGB PLC to control and exchange data with slave devices on an industrial PROFIBUS-DP network.
What communication speeds does the XBL-PMEC support?
The module supports PROFIBUS-DP transmission speeds from 9.6 kbps up to 12 Mbps, allowing network speed to be selected according to the required performance and cable distance.
How many stations can the XBL-PMEC support?
The XBL-PMEC supports up to 64 stations per network, with up to 32 stations per segment including the master and repeater.
How much data can the XBL-PMEC exchange with each slave?
The module supports up to 244 bytes of input data and 244 bytes of output data per slave, with total master input and output capacities of up to 15,616 bytes each.
What is the maximum PROFIBUS cable distance?
Using suitable Type A PROFIBUS cable, the XBL-PMEC supports distances of up to 1,200 m at lower transmission speeds, with the permitted distance reducing as the selected communication speed increases.
Built for Industrial PROFIBUS Networks
IMO XGB communication modules provide machine builders, system integrators and automation engineers with flexible industrial networking options for connecting PLC control systems with distributed field devices across established automation networks.
