5201-MNET-MCM | ProSoft | Communication Gateway

ProSoft 5201-MNET-MCM Communication Gateway

The ProSoft 5201-MNET-MCM is a dual-protocol communication gateway designed to bridge Modbus TCP/IP and Modbus Master/Slave serial networks. It provides robust connectivity for industrial automation systems requiring simultaneous Ethernet and serial communication.

Electrical & Power Specifications

• Input Voltage: 24 VDC nominal (range: 18–36 VDC)
• Current Load: 500 mA max at 24 VDC
• Power Connections: Positive, Negative, and GND terminals

Hardware & Physical Properties

• Enclosure: Extruded aluminum housing
• Mounting Type: Standard 35 mm DIN-rail
• Dimensions: 5.20 × 2.07 × 4.52 in (13.2 × 5.25 × 11.48 cm)
• Weight: ~0.52 kg (1.15 lbs)

Ethernet Port (Modbus TCP/IP)

• Port Type: 1 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing
• Speed/Duplex: 10/100 Mbit/s, Full or Half Duplex
• Connections: Up to 5 Modbus TCP Server (Slave) and 5 Modbus TCP Client (Master) connections concurrently

Serial Port (Modbus Master/Slave)

• Port Type: 1 × 8-pin Mini-DIN jack (adapter cable to DB-9M included)
• Interface Types: Selectable RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 (via software or jumpers)
• Command Capacity: Up to 100 fully configurable polling commands (Modbus Master mode)
• Supported Modbus Functions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 22, 23

Environmental Limits

• Operating Temperature: -20 °C to +50 °C (-4 °F to +122 °F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to +185 °F)
• Relative Humidity: 5% to 96% non-condensing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How many Modbus TCP connections can be active at once? A: Up to 10 simultaneous connections (5 Server + 5 Client).
• Q: Can the serial port be switched between RS-232 and RS-485? A: Yes, via jumper or software configuration.
• Q: Is the gateway suitable for redundant network setups? A: Yes, it supports multiple concurrent connections for redundancy and load balancing.