Communications Now Made Easier With Ethernet/IP Protocol Added to SMVector Drive

Lenze-AC Tech announces the release of EtherNet/IP as an optional communication protocol for the SMVector Drive available in NEMA 1, NEMA 4X and with Integral Disconnect.

The SMVector AC Drive can seamlessly operate on an EtherNet/IP network with the addition of a simple plug-in communication module. Other network protocols are also available as option modules including CANopen, DeviceNet, Profibus and Modbus RS-485.

EtherNet/IP is a member of the DeviceNet and ControlNet family of Common Industrial Protocols (CIP) developed by Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation ROK). As a member of the CIP family, EtherNet/IP can utilize the same set of pre-defined common objects, thus making communication between devices from different manufacturers much easier. Lenze-AC Tech worked together with Allen-Bradley engineers to ensure complete product compatibility. EtherNet/IP is a popular industrial network solution because it can support a nearly unlimited amount of nodes, can be used on a single point connection for configuration and control and permits devices to send and receive messages simultaneously.