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imo xbl-psea xgbu plc communication module
IMO XBL-PSEA XGB PROFIBUS-DP slave communication module with an RS-485 interface, transmission speeds up to 12 Mbps and up to 122 words each of input and output communication capacity for industrial automation networks.
£440.86
Why Choose the IMO XBL-PSEA XGB PROFIBUS-DP Slave Module?
The IMO XBL-PSEA is an industrial PROFIBUS-DP slave communication module designed for compatible XGB programmable logic controller (PLC) systems. It enables an XGB controller to operate as a slave station on a PROFIBUS-DP network, providing reliable cyclic data exchange with a PROFIBUS-DP master in machinery, process control and factory automation applications.
The XBL-PSEA provides an RS-485 electrical interface and supports the PROFIBUS DP-V0 protocol in accordance with EN 50170 / DIN 19245. Communication speeds range from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps, allowing the network to be configured for either long-distance communication or high-speed data transfer according to the requirements of the installation.
With station addresses from 1 to 125 and communication capacity of up to 122 words of input and 122 words of output data, the XBL-PSEA provides flexible integration into distributed automation networks. It also supports PROFIBUS Sync and Freeze commands, making it suitable for applications requiring synchronised process-data handling between the master and connected slave stations.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated PROFIBUS-DP slave communication for compatible XGB PLC systems.
- Supports transmission speeds from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps.
- RS-485 electrical interface for established industrial fieldbus networks.
- Supports station addresses from 1 to 125.
- Communication capacity of up to 122 words input and 122 words output.
- Supports Sync and Freeze commands for synchronised process-data control.
Key Features
- IMO XGB PROFIBUS-DP slave communication module.
- PROFIBUS DP-V0 protocol support.
- RS-485 electrical interface.
- Transmission rates of 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5 and 500 kbps, plus 1.5, 3, 6 and 12 Mbps.
- Supports station addresses from 1 to 125.
- Maximum communication size of 122 words input and 122 words output.
- Maximum communication size per block of 64 words input and 64 words output.
- Supports Sync and Freeze PROFIBUS commands.
- Bus topology with polling-based media access.
- Supports communication cycles from 10 ms to 10 s.
- Configuration through XG5000 for station and high-speed link parameters.
- Up to 2 communication modules can be installed per compatible basic unit.
Reliable PROFIBUS-DP Slave Communication for Industrial Automation
PROFIBUS-DP is an established industrial fieldbus designed for high-speed communication between automation controllers and distributed field devices. The IMO XBL-PSEA allows a compatible XGB PLC system to participate as a PROFIBUS-DP slave, exchanging input and output data cyclically with the network master.
The wide range of supported baud rates allows communication performance to be balanced against network distance. Cable runs can reach up to 1,200 m at lower transmission speeds, while rates up to 12 Mbps provide rapid communication across shorter segments. Sync and Freeze support also enables compatible masters to synchronise slave output or input data when required by the application.
Typical Applications
- Integration of XGB PLC systems into PROFIBUS-DP networks.
- PLC-to-PLC industrial communication.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Material handling and conveyor control systems.
- Distributed machine and process control.
- Factory automation and manufacturing equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial control panels.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | IMO |
|---|---|
| Series | XGB |
| Model | XBL-PSEA |
| Product type | PROFIBUS-DP slave communication module |
| Network type | PROFIBUS-DP |
| Network function | Slave |
| Protocol | PROFIBUS DP-V0 |
| Standard | EN 50170 / DIN 19245 |
| Interface | RS-485 electrical |
| Network topology | Bus |
| Media access | Polling |
| Modulation | NRZ |
| Station addresses | 1–125 |
| Transmission speeds | 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500 kbps; 1.5, 3, 6, 12 Mbps |
| Maximum stations per segment | 32, including master and repeater |
| Maximum input communication size | 122 words |
| Maximum output communication size | 122 words |
| Maximum input size per block | 64 words |
| Maximum output size per block | 64 words |
| Communication send cycles | 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 ms; 1, 5, 10 s |
| Maximum cable distance at 9.6–187.5 kbps | 1,200 m |
| Maximum cable distance at 500 kbps | 400 m |
| Maximum cable distance at 1.5 Mbps | 200 m |
| Maximum cable distance at 3–12 Mbps | 100 m |
| Cable type | Shielded twisted-pair PROFIBUS cable |
| Configuration software | XG5000 |
| Maximum modules per basic unit | 2 |
| Internal current consumption | 250 mA |
| Weight | approx. 85 g |
| Weight including connector | approx. 122 g |
| HS Code | 8537109199 |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO XBL-PSEA used for?
The XBL-PSEA is a PROFIBUS-DP slave communication module that enables a compatible XGB PLC to exchange data as a slave station with a PROFIBUS-DP master.
What communication speeds does the XBL-PSEA support?
The module supports PROFIBUS-DP transmission speeds from 9.6 kbps up to 12 Mbps, allowing the network speed to be selected according to the required cable distance and communication performance.
What is the communication capacity of the XBL-PSEA?
The XBL-PSEA supports up to 122 words of input data and 122 words of output data, with a maximum of 64 words of input and 64 words of output per communication block.
What station addresses does the XBL-PSEA support?
The XBL-PSEA supports PROFIBUS station addresses from 1 to 125, allowing its address to be configured according to the network design.
What is the maximum PROFIBUS cable distance?
The XBL-PSEA supports cable distances of up to 1,200 m at lower communication speeds, with maximum segment distance reducing as the selected PROFIBUS transmission rate increases.
Built for Industrial PROFIBUS Networks
IMO XGB communication modules provide machine builders, system integrators and automation engineers with flexible industrial networking options for integrating PLC control systems into established PROFIBUS-DP machinery and distributed automation networks.
