GW PL DP/MODBUS

Modbus to PROFIBUS DP converter

Data sheet
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1 Description
The GW PL DP/MODBUS is a DIN rail-mounted gateway
module for interfacing Modbus® slave devices to a
PROFIBUS DP network. The gateway enables an existing
Modbus field device to become a PROFIBUS DP-compliant
device.
The GW PL DP/MODBUS is a Modbus master that
communicates with slave devices, typically measurement
instruments, that use Modbus. The gateway reads variables
from the instrument and converts them to dynamic variables
on PROFIBUS. Four analog input function blocks are
supported. The location of the Modbus registers and data
type of the Modbus variable can be configured.
The Primary Variable is read continuously and updated. Any
Modbus communication problem is reported in the
PROFIBUS diagnostics message. The physical interface is
RS-485.
GW PL DP/MODBUS supports alarm flagging in the
module. Four alarm levels are supported along with low-
pass filtering. Users can configure the GW PL DP/MODBUS
using standard configuration tools.

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2 Ordering data

Description Type Order No. Pcs./Pkt.

Modbus/RTU to PROFIBUS DP protocol converter GW PL DP/MODBUS 2316365 1

Accessories Type Order No. Pcs./Pkt.

Complete housing, Color: gray ME 22,5 TBUS 1,5/ 5-ST-3,81 GY 2201937 50
D-SUB connector, 9-pos., male connector, cable entry < SUBCON-PLUS-PROFIB/90/ 2313672 1
90°, bus system: PROFIBUS DP up to 12 Mbps, IDC
termination resistor can be switched on via slide switch,
pin assignment: 3, 5, 6, 8; IDC terminal block connection
( Connector/Adapter )
D-SUB connector, 9-pos., male connector, cable entry < SUBCON-PLUS-PROFIB/90/ 2313698 1
90°, bus system: PROFIBUS DP up to 12 Mbps, SC
termination resistor can be switched on via slide switch,
pin assignment: 3, 5, 6, 8; screw connection terminal
blocks ( Connector/Adapter )
D-SUB connector, 9-pos., male connector, cable entry < SUBCON-PLUS-PROFIB/90/ 2313708 1
90°, bus system: PROFIBUS DP up to 12 Mbps with PG D- PG/SC
SUB socket for connecting a programming device,
termination resistor can be switched on via slide switch,
pin assignment: 3, 5, 6, 8; screw connection terminal
blocks ( Connector/Adapter )

3 Technical data

General data
Ambient temperature (operation) -40°C ... 85°C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport) -40°C ... 85°C
Permissible humidity (operation) 95% (non-condensing)
Degree of protection IP20
Mounting On horizontal DIN rail NS 35 in acc. with EN 60715
Width 22.5 mm
Height 114.5 mm
Depth 99 mm
Vibration (operation) 5g, 10-150 Hz
Shock 30g, 18 ms

Connection data
Connection method D-SUB 9, COMBICON
Conductor cross section 2.5 - 0.02 mm² (AWG 12 - 24)
Wire-clamp screw torque 0.5 ... 0.6 Nm

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Electrical data
Supply voltage 18 V DC ... 30 V DC
Max. current consumption 60 mA

Approvals
ATEX PRESAFE 16ATEX7686X, II 3G, Ex nA IIC T4 Gc
IECEx IECEx PRE 16.0001X, Ex nA IIC T4 Gc
UL, USA/Canada Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, D
Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4 GcX

4 Dimensional drawing

Dimensions (in mm)

116,88
22,6 114,5
GW PL DP / MODBUS

PWR

DP

DP TRM

MOD
ON
1 2

MOD TRM
112,24
7 8

99

5 Block diagram

Block diagram

DP
+ 1+
- 1-
NC 2+
NC 2-

3+
3-
4+
4-

+ -

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6 Installation Item Description

6.1 Mounting
The GW PL .../MODBUS mounts on NS 35 DIN rail and
utilizes the ME 22.5 TBUS connector.
1. Secure the mounting rail to an appropriate surface and
position the ME 22,5 TBUS connector within the rail.
Ensure that the connectors are oriented properly.
The shield connection to ground is through
the module to the DIN rail. Therefore, the DIN
rail must be grounded.
1 Power connector
2 PROFIBUS DP COMBICON connector
3 PROFIBUS DP D-SUB 9 connector
4 Modbus connector
5 Modbus connector
6 LEDs
7 PROFIBUS DP termination switch
8 PROFIBUS DP address switch
9 Modbus termination switch

2. Ensure that the DIN rail is connected to ground. Power connector (Item 1)
3. Place the module on the DIN rail from above. The upper
keyway must be hooked on the top edge of the DIN rail. Pos. Label Function
Rotate the module toward the rail, making sure it aligns 1 24 V
with the ME 22,5 TBUS connector, until it snaps in 2 0V
place. 3 NC Not connected
6.2 Removal 4 NC Not connected

1. Insert a suitable tool, e.g., screwdriver, into the release

latch and pull it down. Modbus connector (Item 4)
2. Pull the module slightly away from the mounting surface
by rotating it upward. Pos. Label Function
3. Lift the module from the rail. 1 1A Signal A from Modbus device 1
2 1B Signal B from Modbus device 1
6.3 Connections 3 2A Signal A from Modbus device 2
4 2B Signal B from Modbus device 2

Modbus connector (Item 5)

Pos. Label Function

1 3A Signal A from Modbus device 1
2 3B Signal B from Modbus device 3
3 4A Signal A from Modbus device 4
4 4B Signal B from Modbus device 4

Connection to the PROFIBUS DP network can be through

the removable 4-pin connector (item 2) or the D-SUB 9
connector (item 3).

PROFIBUS DP direct wire connector (Item 2)

Label Function
B B (positive)
A A (negative)
B B (positive)
A A (negative)

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PROFIBUS DP D-SUB 9 (Item 3) 7 Configuration

Pos. Function 7.1 LED indicators
1 – LEDs on each module indicate operating status and basic
2 – diagnostic information.
3 B (positive)
4 –
5 Common
6 + V DC (acceptable voltage varies on
configuration)
7 –
8 A (negative)
9 –

Label Color Indication

PWR Green Power is present
Off Power is not present
DP Yellow Data transfer
Off No data transmission
PA TRM Yellow Data transfer
Off No data transmission
MOD Yellow Data transfer
Off No data transmission
MOD TRM Yellow Data transfer
Off No data transmission

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