PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC ASILUFC5 - AS-Interface Master Module
The SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC ASILUFC5 is an AS-Interface master module engineered for integrating AS-Interface networks into higher-level industrial Ethernet control systems. This device facilitates robust communication between AS-Interface slave devices, such as binary sensors and actuators, and host controllers utilizing Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP protocols. It is designed for decentralized I/O management in manufacturing, process automation, and machine control applications.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: AS-Interface Master
- COMPONENT TYPE: AS-Interface Master Module / Industrial Ethernet Gateway
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 24VDC
- AS-INTERFACE VOLTAGE: 30VDC (supplied to AS-i line)
- POWER CONSUMPTION: Typical 3W to 5W
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- FORM FACTOR: Modular
- MOUNTING STYLE: 35mm DIN rail
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- FIELD BUS PROTOCOL (HOST): Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
- FIELD BUS PROTOCOL (SLAVE): AS-Interface (AS-i) V3.0
- AS-i NETWORK CAPACITY: Up to 62 AS-i slaves
- DATA TRANSFER RATE: 166 kbit/s (AS-i)
- CONNECTORS: RJ45 for Ethernet, AS-i flat cable connection, screw terminals for power
- INDICATORS: LED status for power, AS-i communication, Ethernet link/activity
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0°C to 60°C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -25°C to 85°C
- COOLING METHOD: Natural convection
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Integration with Modicon PLCs, Allen-Bradley PLCs, and other industrial controllers supporting Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP. Suitable for decentralized I/O applications in material handling, packaging, automotive, and general machine control.