Title: Hilscher netLINK PROXY 100-RE-DP/+ML Industrial Ethernet to PROFIBUS DP Gateway for Seamless Automation Integration
Product Overview: The Hilscher netLINK PROXY 100-RE-DP/+ML is a state-of-the-art industrial communication gateway designed to bridge the gap between traditional PROFIBUS DP networks and modern Industrial Ethernet protocols. This powerful and compact device acts as a PROFIBUS DP slave, allowing seamless integration of legacy PROFIBUS devices, such as PLCs, drives, and I/O modules, into contemporary Industrial Ethernet environments like PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP. Engineered by Hilscher, a global leader in industrial communication solutions, the 100-RE-DP/+ML ensures reliable, high-speed data exchange, enabling efficient system modernization, enhanced data visibility, and optimized control in complex automation architectures. It's the ideal solution for future-proofing existing installations and achieving unified communication across diverse industrial networks, significantly reducing the complexity and cost of system upgrades.
Key Features & Benefits:

 Multi-Protocol Industrial Ethernet Support: Connects effortlessly to PROFINET IO, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP networks, providing versatile integration options for various control systems and ensuring broad compatibility.
 PROFIBUS DP Slave Functionality: Acts as a full-fledged PROFIBUS DP slave, allowing existing PROFIBUS DP masters to communicate with devices on the Industrial Ethernet side, or vice-versa, facilitating smooth and bidirectional data flow.
 High-Performance Data Exchange: Ensures rapid and deterministic data transfer with PROFIBUS DP speeds up to 12 Mbit/s and Industrial Ethernet at 10/100 Mbit/s, minimizing latency in critical real-time applications.
 Seamless Legacy System Integration: Modernize your automation infrastructure by integrating older PROFIBUS DP equipment into new Industrial Ethernet-based control systems without extensive re-wiring or hardware replacement, extending asset lifespan.
 Robust Industrial Design: Built for demanding industrial environments, featuring a durable housing, wide operating temperature range, and high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for reliable, uninterrupted operation in harsh conditions.
 Easy Configuration and Diagnostics: Utilizes intuitive configuration tools like Hilscher's SYCON.net or netX Studio, simplifying setup and offering comprehensive diagnostic capabilities for quick troubleshooting and proactive network monitoring.
 Compact and DIN Rail Mountable: Space-saving design allows for easy installation in control cabinets, optimizing panel space and simplifying deployment in confined industrial environments.
 Cost-Effective Modernization Solution: Avoid the high costs and downtime associated with complete system overhauls by leveraging this gateway to extend the life and functionality of your existing PROFIBUS assets, maximizing ROI.
 Enhanced Data Visibility: Enables data from PROFIBUS devices to be accessible on Industrial Ethernet networks, facilitating integration with SCADA, MES, and cloud-based analytics platforms for improved operational insights and data-driven decision making.
Applications:

 Factory Automation: Integrating PROFIBUS-enabled machinery, robots, and production lines into modern PROFINET or EtherNet/IP control systems for enhanced efficiency, centralized management, and improved data acquisition.
 Process Control: Connecting PROFIBUS DP field devices, sensors, and actuators in process industries (e.g., chemical, pharmaceutical, water treatment) to plant-wide Industrial Ethernet networks for improved monitoring, control, and data logging.
 Machine Building: Providing flexible communication interfaces for new machines that need to interact with diverse customer network infrastructures, including both PROFIBUS and various Industrial Ethernet protocols, ensuring broad market compatibility.
 Retrofit and Modernization Projects: Upgrading existing PROFIBUS installations to communicate with newer Industrial Ethernet PLCs and controllers without replacing functional legacy equipment, minimizing disruption and capital expenditure.
 Building Automation: Bridging communication between PROFIBUS-based HVAC systems, lighting controls, or building management devices and IP-based networks for integrated building management solutions.
 Remote Monitoring and Diagnostics: Enabling remote access and data acquisition from PROFIBUS devices over standard Ethernet networks for predictive maintenance, operational analytics, and remote troubleshooting, reducing on-site visits.
Technical Specifications:

 Part Number: HILSCHER 100-RE-DP/+ML
 Alternative Part Number: HILSCHER100REDPMLL
 Supported PROFIBUS Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V0/V1 Slave
 Supported Industrial Ethernet Protocols: PROFINET IO Device, EtherNet/IP Adapter, Modbus TCP Slave
 PROFIBUS Data Rate: Up to 12 Mbit/s (auto-detection)
 Ethernet Data Rate: 10/100 Mbit/s (auto-negotiation)
 PROFIBUS Interface: 1 x D-sub 9-pin female connector
 Ethernet Interface: 1 x RJ45 connector
 Power Supply: 24 V DC (typical range 9-30 V DC)
 Current Consumption: < 100 mA (at 24 V DC)
 Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
 Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
 Humidity: 10% to 95% RH, non-condensing
 Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail
 Dimensions (WxHxD): Approximately 22.5 mm x 90 mm x 70 mm
 Housing Material: Industrial-grade plastic
 Protection Class: IP20
 Certifications: CE, UL (typical for Hilscher industrial products)
 Weight: 0.25 kg (250 grams)