The Hilscher Low Profile PCI Express card for PROFIBUS DP communication provides a compact and efficient solution for integrating PC-based automation systems with PROFIBUS DP networks. The cifX PC card family is the unified standard supporting all Real Time Ethernet and Fieldbus systems for PC-based automation. Due to the common Hilscher Platform Strategy, all PC cards use the same driver and tools, irrespective of protocol and card format. The Hilscher netX technology makes it possible to realize all Real Time Ethernet protocols with one single hardware. A communication protocol can be changed by loading a different firmware.
Universal PROFIBUS DP PC card Uniform user interface for all protocols and card formats Easy integration due to a large variety of drivers Data access via dual port memory or direct memory access Unique slot number and assignation via rotary switch For an extended temperature range of up to 65 °C