{"product_id":"powerflex-allen-bradley-20-comm-d-devicenet-communication-adapter","title":"PowerFlex | Allen Bradley 20-COMM-D DeviceNet Communication Adapter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 20-COMM-D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eacts as a high-speed communication bridge between PowerFlex 7-Class AC drives and DeviceNet networks. This adapter enables seamless integration of motor controllers into plant-wide control architectures, allowing for real-time parameter adjustment and diagnostic monitoring. We supply this component in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal condition, ensuring flawless data synchronization for your PowerFlex architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter utilizes the Drive Peripheral Interface (DPI) protocol to facilitate high-speed internal communication with the host drive.\u003c\/p\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20-COMM-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeviceNet \/ DPI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e125K, 250K, 500K (Selectable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Power Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 mA at 5V DC (Host supplied)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Power Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 mA at 24V DC (Network supplied)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum RPI Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 ms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Drives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerFlex 70, 700, 700H, 700S, 700L, 750, SMC Flex, SMC-50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 to 50 °C (14 to 122 °F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree (3) Dedicated LEDs\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\u003eBroad Hardware Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 20-COMM-D supports a vast range of hardware including PowerFlex 700 series drives and SMC-50 smart motor controllers. This versatility allows facilities to standardize their communication hardware across multiple motor control types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Response Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith a minimum Requested Packet Interval (RPI) of 5 ms, the adapter provides the high-speed feedback necessary for precision torque and speed control loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThree dedicated LED indicators provide instant visual verification of the drive connection, adapter health, and network status. This reduces troubleshooting time during commissioning or network interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Power Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module draws only 150 mA from the host drive, minimizing the thermal load on the drive’s internal power supply and maintaining system efficiency.\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 adapter require an external power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe host drive powers the internal circuitry via the DPI connector, while the DeviceNet network provides 24V DC (60 mA) specifically for the network transceiver. You must ensure the DeviceNet cable carries active power for the adapter to communicate with the scanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I set the node address and data rate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can configure the node address and baud rate either through the host drive’s HIM (Human Interface Module) or via software tools like DriveExplorer or Connected Components Workbench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the 20-COMM-D with the PowerFlex 750 series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 20-COMM-D maintains compatibility with the PowerFlex 750 series, provided you use the appropriate communication carrier or slot designated for DPI legacy modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a refurbished or used unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. We guarantee this 20-COMM-D is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand arrives in original factory packaging. This ensures the unit has never been exposed to industrial contaminants or electrical stress prior to your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53361121001656,"sku":"20-COMM-D","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/20-COMM-D.jpg?v=1776328433","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/powerflex-allen-bradley-20-comm-d-devicenet-communication-adapter","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}