SMC EX500-GEN2 serial transmission system gateway unit connects EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and Profibus DP to SMC valves and digital inputs for distributed I/O. Controls up to 8 valve manifolds and 8 input blocks with maximum 128 outputs and 128 inputs. Supports Device Level Ring (DLR).

EX500 a gateway unit to connect EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and Profibus DP to SMC valves and digital inputs for sensors for distributed I/O system. Each gateway can control up to 8 valve manifolds and 8 input blocks, with maximum of 128 outputs and 128 inputs. EX500-GEN2 supports Device level Ring (DLR) and EtherNet/IP Quick Connect function. The gateway module has IP65 protection while valve modules and input blocks have IP67 protection ensuring protection against dust and washdown environment.

• GW system, 4 branches
• Valve & input unit manifolds can be connected around the GW unit
• Contol up to 128 digital outputs & 128 digital inputs
• GW unit, input unit manifold: IP65
• Valve manifold including SI unit: IP67