Difference between revisions of "Benderlink Ethernet Module"
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--[[User:Mcone|Mcone]] 17:32, 28 July 2006 (EDT) | --[[User:Mcone|Mcone]] 17:32, 28 July 2006 (EDT) | ||
Revision as of 19:48, 19 February 2007
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The Benderlink wireless device module is used with benders that use the RS-232 protocol for communications.
Why is it needed?
Some benders require the legacy RS-232 protocol for communications. The device allows RS-232 signals to be converted into either encyrpted WiFi or WIRED TCP/IP signals. This overcomes the distance limitations inherent to RS-232 (max of 50 feet). RJ-45 cables transferring ethernet, have a distance limitation of over 300 feet between switches. Wireless distance limitations vary with the characteristics of the plant setup. A typical max distance for wireless is 100 to 150 feet.
Which Benders Use It?
Currently the benders that we can support using this module are:
- Chiyoda
- Keins
- MiiC
- Eaton Leonard (The EL benders require this device and an embedded computer called the "EL Data Server")
Why Don't Other Benders Need This Module?
Many benders now have network capability built-in to the control. For example, the Advanced Tubular CNC Bender software recognizes and uses the SVNET protocol, which is a network protocol that does not need serial ports.
--Mcone 17:32, 28 July 2006 (EDT)
