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Ethernet/IP: the universal-translator protocol

How the evolution of the industrial Ethernet has shaped its uses
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I/O

Automation industry embraces on-machine components

Thanks to advances in material protection, nearly every component is found out of the control panel
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Connectivity for data-rich applications

Connectors and cables are connecting more devices using faster speeds and in rugged environments
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Shielded and grounded industrial Ethernet

Noise between the conductors and compromised signals can interrupt transmission
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Remote monitoring aids in PdM practices

Over the years that I have been writing for Control Design, the majority of my articles have focused on the deployment of automation. My view, from a guy in the trenches, is intentional...
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Cyclic data and sensor integration

ASi-5 Slave/IO-Link Master with four ports integrates sensors and actuators where needed
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Terminate the rat’s nest

For those who think it's okay to open a control enclosure and see a monochromatic rats nest of wires without any wire labels, you should be aware, that's worst-case practice
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Lever-actuated 221 series inline splicing connectors

The 221 inline splicing connector allows universal conductor connection and a visibly secure conductor contact
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M8 and M12 sensor cordsets

These M8 and M12 sensor cordsets offer a quick and secure way to connect industrial sensors to a receiving device
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Series 763 M12 connector with multi-position, lockable A-coding

This two-piece M12 circular connector offers versatility with several special features, including square-flange housing for easy assembly and multi-position, lockable A-coding...
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Series 818 hybrid D-coded M8 connectors for confined spaces

Series 818 hybrid M8 connectors with D-coding enable the network connection of miniaturized actuators and sensors with data rates of up to 100 Mbit/s in approximately a third ...