UN TURCK BL20-GW-PBDP-12MB INTERFACE MODULE FOR PROFIBUS-DP

Description:

The TURCK BL20-GW-PBDP-12MB gateway interface module is used in BL20 distributed I/O and PROFIBUS-DP communication systems. Commonly installed in packaging machinery, conveyor systems, assembly equipment, material handling systems, and manufacturing lines requiring communication between PLCs and remote I/O stations over PROFIBUS-DP networks. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this part for control system expansion, network upgrades, remote I/O replacement, and automation retrofits.

Applications:

The TURCK BL20-GW-PBDP-12MB serves as the communication interface between the BL20 modular I/O platform and higher-level PROFIBUS-DP control systems. It is commonly used in automotive assembly lines, food and beverage processing equipment, packaging machinery, conveyor controls, and industrial process systems where decentralized I/O architecture reduces wiring complexity and improves system scalability. The gateway transfers all BL20 module data to the PROFIBUS master while allowing fieldbus-independent I/O expansion and simplified commissioning.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: TURCK
• Part Number: BL20-GW-PBDP-12MB
• Product Type: PROFIBUS-DP Gateway Interface Module
• Series: BL20 I/O System
• Function: Distributed I/O communication gateway
• Network Protocol: PROFIBUS-DP
• PROFIBUS Version: DP-V0 / DP-V1
• Transmission Speed: Up to 12 Mbps
• Bus Connection Type: PROFIBUS-DP connector interface
• Supply Voltage: 24 VDC integrated power supply
• Device Type: Gateway
• Address Configuration: Rotary coding switch
• LED Indicators: Supply voltage, group fault, and bus fault LEDs
• Maximum BL20 Expansion Modules: Up to 72 I/O modules
• Mounting Type: DIN rail mount
• Protection Rating: IP20
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
• Storage Temperature: -25°C to +85°C
• Dimensions: Approximately 50.6 × 114.8 × 74.4 mm
• Approvals: CE, cULus, FM Class I Division 2, ATEX, IECEx
• Application: PROFIBUS communication for distributed BL20 remote I/O systems
• Special Features: Integrated power supply, modular architecture, fieldbus-independent I/O expansion capability, support for hot-swappable BL20 I/O modules.

Common Replacements:

• TURCK BL20-E-GW-DP
• TURCK BL67-GW-PBDP
• TURCK BL20-GWBR-DNET