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Allen Bradley MVI56E-GSC ASCII Serial Enhanced Communication Module

Allen Bradley MVI56E-GSC ASCII Serial Communication Module

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ManufacturerAllen Bradley

Part numberMVI56E-GSC

Module Type Communication Interface

Platform Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Serial Ports 2 (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485)

Protocol Support ASCII, Modbus RTU

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Two Configurable Serial Ports ASCII & Modbus RTU Support CIPconnect Technology Onboard Web Server Single-Slot Design High Data Rate

Product description

The ProSoft MVI56E-GSC is a high-performance communication module designed for Allen-Bradley ControlLogix programmable automation controllers. It adds two configurable serial communication ports (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485) to the ControlLogix platform, enabling seamless integration of serial devices and reducing reliance on the processor's front port.

This module supports general ASCII interfaces and offers advanced features like CIPconnect technology, an onboard web server for diagnostics and documentation, and a 4-character LED display for status. It fits into a single ControlLogix chassis slot and can handle up to 4096 ASCII character strings per port.

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Technical specifications

Module Type	Communication Interface
Platform	Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
Serial Ports	2 (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485)
Protocol Support	ASCII, Modbus RTU
Data Rate	Up to 115.2 kbps
Slot Requirement	1 ControlLogix chassis slot
Operating Temp	0°C to 60°C

Common applications

Serial Device Integration

Legacy Equipment Connection

Third-Party System Interfacing

Data Acquisition

Industrial Networking

Remote Terminal Communication

Compatible systems

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix Platform RSLogix 5000

Also known as

Prosoft MVI56E-GSC ControlLogix Serial Module ASCII Communication Module

Replaces / compatible with

The MVI56E-GSC is an enhanced version of the MVI56-GSC, offering improved diagnostics and features. It's a direct upgrade for systems using the older module.

Technical note

Expert tip

This module is ideal for integrating devices with non-specific ASCII character text string or byte value serial communication protocols into a ControlLogix system.

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Frequently asked questions

What serial protocols does the Allen Bradley MVI56E-GSC module support?

The Allen Bradley MVI56E-GSC module supports general ASCII interfaces and Modbus RTU (raw). It also allows for custom protocol parsing, providing flexibility for various industrial communication needs.