5501-471 | Woodward NetCon SIO Module with E-Stop Button

Woodward 5501-471 NetCon 5000B SIO Serial Interface Module

The 5501-471 (Part Number: 5501-471) is a high-performance Serial Input/Output (SIO) interface module designed for the NetCon 5000B and MicroNet Plus distributed control platforms. This module acts as a specialized communication gateway, enabling the control system to interface with external devices via multiple serial protocols. Engineered specifically for the rigorous demands of turbine and compressor management, the 5501-471 provides the deterministic data exchange necessary for critical energy and industrial automation infrastructure.

Detailed Technical Specifications

The following technical parameters define the communication and electrical characteristics of the 5501-471 (Part Number: 5501-471) module.

• Manufacturer: Woodward Inc.

• Module Type: NetCon SIO (Serial Input/Output) Interface

• Port Configuration: 4 Total High-Speed Serial Ports

• Ports 1 & 2: Dedicated RS-232 interface

• Ports 3 & 4: Multi-protocol RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 (Software Selectable)

• Software Protocol Support: Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII

• Diagnostic Display: Integrated 24-character LED scrolling display for status and fault codes

• Input Voltage: 24 VDC (Typical system backplane power)

• Safety Features: Integrated Emergency Stop (E-Stop) button on the front panel

• Physical Protection: NEMA 4X rated enclosure for environmental resilience

• Dimensions: 14 in. x 11 in. x 4 in. (355.6 x 279.4 x 101.6 mm)

• Weight: 0.91 kg (2.01 lbs)

• Isolation: Galvanic isolation between ports and system logic to prevent ground loops

• Operating Environment: Industrial grade (-20 °C to +70 °C)