20-COMM-E | Allen Bradley Communications Adapter
20-COMM-E | Allen Bradley Communications Adapter

20-COMM-E | Allen Bradley Communications Adapter

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Brand : Ram Automations
SKU: RAMA280345
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Product Type: simple

The Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP Adapter (Part No. 20-COMM-E) provides seamless Ethernet/IP connectivity for PowerFlex drives, enabling advanced monitoring and control via...

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Description

The Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP Adapter (Part No. 20-COMM-E) provides seamless Ethernet/IP connectivity for PowerFlex drives, enabling advanced monitoring and control via network communication. Designed for robustness and flexibility, this adapter supports multiple duplex speeds and high-capacity messaging, ideal for complex industrial automation networks.

Key Features

  • Enables Ethernet/IP integration for PowerFlex 70 and 700-series drives

  • Supports selectable speeds: 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps, in both full and half-duplex modes

  • Handles up to 30 simultaneous TCP connections or 16 CIP channels, including one exclusive-owner I/O link

  • Maintains rapid communication with a minimum RPI of 5 ms and throughput up to 400 I/O packets per second (200 in/out)

  • Rugged, compact design with operating range from –10 °C to 50 °C and compliance with UL, CSA, and EN standards

Specifications

  • Product Name & Part Number: Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP Adapter, Part No. 20-COMM-E

  • Connectivity: Ethernet/IP via RJ45, attaches to drive’s DPI communication slot

  • Communication Speeds: 10 Mbps (full/half-duplex), 100 Mbps (full/half-duplex)

  • Connection Capacity: Up to 30 TCP or 16 CIP messaging connections (including exclusive owner)

  • Performance: Minimum RPI of 5 ms; supports up to 400 I/O packets/sec (200 in and 200 out)

  • Power Consumption: Draws 350 mA at 5 V DC from the host drive

  • Dimensions & Weight: Approximately 86 mm × 78.5 mm × 19 mm; weighs around 85 g

  • Environmental Ratings: Operating temperature –10 °C to 50 °C; storage –40 °C to 85 °C; humidity tolerance (non-condensing) 5–95%

  • Certifications: Compliant with UL508C, CSA C22.2 No. 14, EN50178, EN61800‑3 standards

The Allen-Bradley 20-COMM-E Ethernet/IP Adapter combines compact design with high-performance networking to deliver reliable and scalable connectivity for industrial automation systems. It enables real-time control and monitoring of PowerFlex drives, making it a trusted component in Ethernet-enabled control architectures.

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