Profibus-DP

Profibus-DP Components
PROFIBUS-DP operates as a master/slave system. It usually consists of a single Master (usually integrated in the PLC) and up to 31 slaves per segment. When the Master is running, it simply polls each slave in sequence. It is possible to have multiple masters on a network. The Masters then share the network by passing a token. PROFIBUS-DP uses an industrially proven physical layer based on RS-485. The system uses a shielded twisted pair cable which is extremely resistant to electrical interferences. PROFIBUS-DP accommodates a large number of I/O points which are easily connected to the bus using plug and play cordsets and rugged industrial I/O stations. With up to 126 addressable nodes, systems may have thousands of I/O points per network. The Master receives the information it requires about a slave device from a "GSD" file, which specifies all the necessary information including communication rates, I/O data size, etc.. GSD files are available for all the stations shown here. See bottom of page for a typical configuration. Click HERE for more about Profibus from the Profibus website.
Panel Mounted I/O System BL20 for Profibus-DP	Field Mounted I/O System BL67 for Profibus-DP
Barrier - Segment Coupler	Profibus-DP I/O Stations	Profibus-DP Cable in bulk
Profibus-DP Bus Tees	Profibus-DP 7/8" Cordsets Cables (any length) with Pre-Moulded Connectors	Profibus-DP M12 Cordsets Cables (any length) with Pre-Moulded Connectors
Profibus-DP Power Tees	Profibus-DP 7/8" Bus Connectors Field-wireable	Profibus-DP M12 Bus Connectors Field-wireable
Profibus-DP Terminating Resistors