Specifications

The DSI External Communications Kit
(22-XCOMM-DC-BASE) provides a network
connection for PowerFlex
®
4, 40, and 400 AC
drives. Each kit can serve up to 5 drives via
their RS-485 ports.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Multiple Network Connectivity – Provides
a network connection for DSI-based
PowerFlex 4, 40, and 400 AC drives. Each
drive connected to a kit can be
independently controlled, and have its
parameters accessed either through explicit
messaging, or by using software tools such
as DriveExplorer
™
or DriveExecutive
™
.
The kit is for use with only the following
Allen-Bradley communication adapters
(sold separately):
• 22-COMM-B BACnet
®
MS/TP
• 22-COMM-C ControlNet
®
• 22-COMM-E EtherNet/IP
™
• 22-COMM-D DeviceNet
™
• 22-COMM-L LonWorks
®
• 22-COMM-P PROFIBUS DP
™
Universal Mounting – Direct panel, DIN
rail, even Zero-Stacking
™
(side-by-side)
mounting is possible using the all-aluminum,
EMI noise-immune enclosure.
Versatile Power Connections – Connect
either a 24 VDC power supply to the kit's
convenient removable terminal block, or
use the Allen-Bradley AC power adapter
(20-XCOMM-AC-PS1, sold separately) that
comes with interchangeable region plugs
(US, UK, Europe, and Australia). The kit can
also be daisy-chained to provide power for
additional kits.
PRODUCT PROFILE
DSI EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS KIT
Communications
EXAMPLE SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Ethernet Network
ControlLogix
Controller
Computer with
Ethernet Connection
PanelView Plus
1500
PowerFlex 40 Drive with
22-COMM-E Adapter in
Single-Drive Mode
PowerFlex 40 Drive with 22-COMM-E Adapter
in Multi-Drive Mode Connected to
Four PowerFlex 4/40/400 Drives
External DSI Communications Kit with 22-COMM-E Adapter
in Multi-Drive Mode connected to
Five PowerFlex 4/40/400 Drives
PORT
MOD
NET A
NET B
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