New Video: PROFIBUS vs. 4-20 mA
The 4–20 mA convention was born in the 1950s as electronics became cheaper, and the reliability met the automation industry’s requirements. 4-20 mA provided a low-cost, easy to use solution, not subject to major signal line losses. In the 1980s and 1090s, several organizations and device manufacturers started engineering the first fieldbuses, like, for example, PROFIBUS. Fieldbuses enable 2-way digital communication.
This video explains one of the most dramatic evolutions in industrial automation: the transition from 4-20 mA to digital fieldbuses. It compares the two and highlights key benefits and new business models arising from the implementation of fieldbuses. Watch the video on YouTube now
New Video: Cables in PROFINET Networks
Many questions arise when setting up a PROFINET network. Since the installation and design steps are critical to building a reliable project, it is important to understand cabling requirements ahead of time. This video explains a crucial piece of infrastructure in PROFINET networks: the Cabling. Watch to learn about the cable options, their specifications, and some examples for special applications.
A PROFINET network is built on standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet. While wireless access points are becoming more popular, the vast majority of today’s network connections are wired and require cabling. PROFINET cable manufacturers offer a range of cable types and classes for different applications, including those with special properties. These cables come in two flavours: copper and fibre optic.
This whiteboard animation video covers all you need to know about cables and PROFINET. Watch it on YouTube now.
Webinar: How PROFINET Works, A Beginner’s Guide
Are you looking for an introductory course in PROFINET? This webinar will guide you through the basics of how PROFINET works. It will start by introducing the value of implementing fieldbuses and Industrial Ethernet protocols in automation networks. Then, it will expand on PROFINET basics, such as topology, media, features, performance, and configuration. Agenda covers:
Industrial automation challenges * Value proposition: Industrial Ethernet * How PROFINET works * PROFINET network basics * Topology * Media * Common features * Additional features and application profiles * How to get started: setting up a PROFINET network * GSD file, device addressing, diagnostics * PROFINET highlights
The archived webinar is now available for viewing here …
New Video: Advanced Physical Layer for Industrial Ethernet = Intrinsically Safe Ethernet
This “minute video” explains how PROFINET can be made to meet the needs of process automation, enabling long cable lengths and explosion protection via intrinsic safety with communication and power over two wires.
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New Video: PROFIBUS vs PROFINET Comparison
This whiteboard video answers one of the most common PROFIBUS and PROFINET questions we receive: What is the difference between PROFIBUS and PROFINET? Watch the video and get a complete answer with technical details. Enjoy!
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New Video: PROFINET and Edge Computing
Moving relevant data in PROFINET networks from field to edge to cloud and back is as transparent as possible -no matter where the edge is. Learn about PROFINET and edge computing in just 1 minute. Watch this video to find out!
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Lightning Surge Protection on PROFIBUS Networks
This webinar is aimed at those people responsible for the commissioning and support of PROFIBUS networks. It took the form of a presentation with demonstrations to aid understanding. Click here to view
PROFINET to PROFIBUS Gateways
This webinar is aimed at those people responsible for the design, commissioning and support of PROFINET networks and explains how to integrate existing PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA devices into that network. Click here to view
PROFINET Network Diagnostics
This webinar follows on from the PROFINET Network Design Webinar but is this time aimed at people responsible for the commissioning and support of PROFINET networks. Click here to view
PROFINET Network Design
This 40-minute webinar is particularly relevant to people responsible for the design of PROFINET networks. It highlighted the common errors and assumptions made that could make on-going support of the network rather difficult. Click here to view
EMC Awareness for Industrial Automation Systems
Particularity relevant to people responsible for the design and installation of PROFIBUS and PROFINET networks as outlined in the PI Guidelines on Earthing and Bonding of PROFIBUS and PROFINET Networks.
However, it is also for those who wanted an awareness of the often misunderstood topic of EMC in industrial automation. Click here to view
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