Protocol Converters Overview:
A Protocol Converter is a method used to transform ordinary or registered protocol of one device to the protocol appropriate for the other device or tools to accomplish the interoperability.
Communication protocols are essentially the rules that define how the data passing through a device are to be processed and transmitted, so if two devices do not use the same protocol, then they would not be able to understand each other, hence the need for a protocol converter.
Arya Electronics Protocol Converters help attain interoperability efficiently and seamlessly.
There are varieties of protocols used in different fields like power generation, oil and gas, automation, utilities, and remote monitoring applications.
Also there are different types depending on the physical interfaces and protocols that are required. The figure shows the various physical interfaces as well as communications protocols available.
In Addition to this Arya Electronics offers the possibility of developing new customized protocol converters
Architecture of Protocol Converters :-
Inner master protocol communicating to the outer serf devices and the data collected is used to update the inner database of the converter. When the outer master requests for data, the inner serf collects data from the database and send it to the outer master. There will be different schemes for handling the impulsive reporting of events and commands. There is a different physical medium for communication on protocol – X & Y, which include RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, etc.
Applications of Protocol Converters :-
- Building automation
- Process automation
- Substation automation
- Hardware converter
- Software converter
- Integrated converter
A.RS485 to Ethernet
| Specifications: | |
| Ports: | 1xEthernet; 1xRS485 |
| Ethernet Connector | RJ45 |
| RS485 Connector | 3way 5mm terminal block |
| Data Rates Ethernet: | 10/100 Base-T Autosensing |
| Data Rates Serial | Up to 115200 bps |
| Power supply | 8..24V AC; 12..35V DC |
| Operating temperature | -40°C/+85°C (-40°F/+185°F) |
| Dimensions | 71x60x95 mm(DxWxH) |
| Weight | 200g approx |
| Mechanical fixing | DIN Rail montage |
B.USB to RS485
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Model number | AECPL-10102 |
| Operating system | Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7 |
| Indication LED lights | TX and RX |
| Baud rate | USB 2.0 |
| Power | Port-powered from USB port |
| Chipset | FTDI |
| Interface | RS485: DB9 male connector USB: Male type A |
| RS485 signals | D+, D- |
| USB signals | VCC, DATA+, DATA-, GND |
| Current draw | <100mA |
| Operating Temp. | 0 to 60°C |
| Dimensions | 65mm(L) x 35mm(W) x 15mm(H) |
| Warranty | 1-year Limited Warranty |
