{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1788-cn2dn-controlnet-to-devicenet-linking-device","title":"Allen-Bradley 1788-CN2DN ControlNet-to-DeviceNet Linking Device","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allen-Bradley 1788-CN2DN functions as a high-performance network bridging solution that establishes seamless communication between a ControlNet network and a DeviceNet network. This linking device allows high-level controllers, such as Logix or PLC-5 processors, to monitor and control discrete field devices downstream. It eliminates network compatibility bottlenecks in complex industrial automation architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\/Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1788-CN2DN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlNet-to-DeviceNet (CN2DN) Linking Device\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Brand New Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpstream Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlNet Network (Controllers, HMIs, Drives, I\/O)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownstream Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeviceNet Network (RediStations, Photoeyes, Sensors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Processors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC-5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates Network Gateways:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis module bridges ControlNet and DeviceNet networks directly without requiring intermediate PCs or custom code, reducing system latency and configuration time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimizes Field Device Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe device routes data efficiently from multiple low-level DeviceNet components—such as photoeyes and RediStations—straight to Logix controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplifies Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStandard Rockwell Automation software tools handle configuration, which shortens troubleshooting cycles and minimizes factory downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe rugged housing resists electromagnetic interference (EMI) and stands up to harsh factory floor environments, ensuring continuous data transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this 1788-CN2DN module arrive in factory-sealed condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We supply this product as 100% brand new, original equipment in its authentic manufacturer packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich controllers can communicate with the 1788-CN2DN?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControlNet-enabled controllers like Allen-Bradley Logix processors and PLC-5 systems interface directly with this linking device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the device require separate power sources for both networks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DeviceNet network provides power for the DeviceNet transceiver side, while the internal logic and ControlNet interface utilize their respective power architectures according to standard Rockwell Automation network design guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481165783224,"sku":"1788-CN2DN","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/1788-CN2DN.jpg?v=1779153242","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/allen-bradley-1788-cn2dn-controlnet-to-devicenet-linking-device","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}