Give your control device a connectivity upgrade with this communication module from Siemens. It adds a plug-in serial port to your system so you can quickly loop a controller into a network to start sharing signals in a flash. Don't worry about compatibility, as the product's RS422 and RS485 connectivity follows industry standards to work with common network setups. Snappy DIN rail mounting ensures the block clips quickly into a cabinet without the hassle of special tools. With a speedy 19.2kbps transfer rate, it flies through heavy data management tasks for efficient file sharing. Use communication modules like this anywhere from food production systems and data centres.

• Draws power from the system to remove the need for a separate supply
• Works with cable lengths up to 1,200m to easily link with remote machines
• Built-in diagnostic tools help you quickly address processing issues and cut back on downtime
• Low power loss of 0.6W for energy-efficient communication

Yes, as this unit supports full-duplex communication over an RS422 connection, it handles data in both directions at once to support speedy transfers.