NETLink S7-Compact

NETLink S7-Compact enables simple and fast integration of SIMATIC S7-200/300/400 controllers into Ethernet networks. Thus, programming, configuration and SCADA applications such as STEP7, TIA Portal, WinCC or OPC Server can access up to 32 automation devices in parallel in a robust and cost-effective manner. The adapter can be plugged directly into the MPI connector and replaces expensive communication processors. The pass-through programming socket allows the retroactive mounting of a piggyback device.

For configuration, NETLink S7-Compact can be integrated as a programming device in the STEP7 or TIA Portal development tools. In addition, a web interface is available for basic settings, e.g. PROFIBUS subscriber address or IP address. SIMATIC S7-200/300/400 controllers without Ethernet connection can also be connected to SIMATIC S7-1200/-1500 controllers with Ethernet connection via the adapter. NETLink S7-Compact can be powered directly from the SIMATIC S7 controller or via the 24 VDC connection.

Techical Specifications

• Integration of S7-200, S7-300, and S7-400 into 10/100 Mbit Ethernet networks.
• Direct communication with one or more controllers in any type of TCP network structure.
• Support for a maximum of 16 simultaneous connections.
• Use of standard TCP/IP for communication within plants or company networks and with the Internet.
• Expansion of participants using MPI or PROFIBUS via PG pass-through port.
• Interference-free integration into existing control systems.
• Power supply directly from the controller or via an external power supply.
• Economical alternative solution.
• Support for all relevant S7 engineering tools.
• Interface for programming controllers via Ethernet.
• Compatibility with STEP7, TIA-Portal, WinCC, and WinCC flexible.
• Visualization and configuration of the adapter in STEP7 or TIA Portal.
• Integration of applications via RFC1006 and OPC UA.
• Connection to the HMI station and the PLC directly via the RFC1006 Ethernet protocol.
• Support for OPC and OPC UA via dataFEED OPC Suite for integration into higher-level systems, e.g., for production management.