Description
Description
The Woodward DN3-PCI-1-E is a high-speed communication interface card designed to facilitate seamless data exchange between industrial control systems and DeviceNet networks. This module serves as a critical bridge for real-time monitoring and control in demanding environments such as power generation facilities, oil refineries, and large-scale industrial automation plants. By offloading complex protocol management from the main processor, the DN3-PCI-1-E ensures deterministic network performance, helping to maintain system stability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Features
- High-speed DeviceNet communication interface.
- Supports both master and slave modes for flexible network configuration.
- Onboard firmware handles the protocol stack to ensure low-latency data throughput.
- Galvanic isolation (500 VDC) to protect host hardware from electrical transients and field-side noise.
- Ruggedized hardware design suitable for high-vibration industrial environments.
- Optimized for integration into industrial PC-based control platforms using PCI bus architecture.
Applications
The DN3-PCI-1-E is intended for use in critical control loops where high-speed I/O synchronization and robust diagnostic reporting are required. It is commonly deployed in systems requiring reliable communication between industrial PCs and field devices on a DeviceNet network.
Technical Specifications
| Model |
DN3-PCI-1-E |
| Brand |
Woodward |
| Bus Interface |
PCI Express (PCIe) |
| Communication Protocol |
DeviceNet |
| Power Consumption |
250 mA at 5 VDC |
| Isolation |
500 VDC |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 60 deg C |
Installation Guidelines
- Ensure the host industrial PC is powered down before inserting or removing the interface card.
- Handle the module using proper ESD (electrostatic discharge) precautions to prevent damage to internal components.
- Ensure the card is firmly seated in the PCI slot and secured with the appropriate mounting hardware to maintain signal integrity in high-vibration environments.
- Route DeviceNet cabling away from high-voltage power lines and sources of significant electromagnetic interference (EMI) to ensure reliable communication.
- Verify that the DeviceNet network is properly terminated at both ends of the trunk line according to standard specifications.
FAQ
What is the primary function of the DN3-PCI-1-E?
The DN3-PCI-1-E acts as a communication interface card that allows an industrial PC to connect to and communicate with devices on a DeviceNet network, offloading protocol processing from the main CPU.
Is this module compatible with standard PCI slots?
Yes, the module is designed for integration into industrial PC-based control platforms utilizing the PCI Express (PCIe) bus architecture.
Does this card require external power?
The module is powered via the host bus, consuming 250 mA at 5 VDC.
