How to connect to a network

Connection example

Connecting a communication unit (NU Series) to the sensor amplifier allows data communication with various devices.

Just connect a communication unit to the sensor amplifier
Just connect a communication unit to the sensor amplifier
PLC or other host device can be connected with a single cable
PLC or other host device can be connected with a single cable
  • Some models do not allow the connection of different types depending on the configuration.
  • The maximum number of units connectable to one communication unit varies depending on the type of sensor amplifier.

Network example

Network example
  • The PLC/PC needs to have a unit or a port that is compatible with the network.
  • When RS-232C (DL-RS1A) is used for the connection, the unit is connected on a one-to-one basis.

Communication units and compatible networks

Various types of communication units are available to enable connection of any communication media.

NU Series communication unit lineup
EtherNet/IP® compatible
unit
NU-EP1
EtherCAT® compatible
unit
NU-EC1A
CC-Link compatible
unit
NU-CL1
DeviceNet® compatible
unit
NU-DN1
EtherNet/IP® compatible unit NU-EP1 EtherCAT® compatible unit NU-EC1A CC-Link compatible unit NU-CL1 DeviceNet® compatible unit NU-DN1
Communication units and compatible networks