{"product_id":"prosoft-mvi56-gsc-controllogix-generic-serial-ascii-interface-module","title":"ProSoft MVI56-GSC | ControlLogix Generic Serial ASCII Interface Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMVI56-GSC\u003c\/strong\u003e module from ProSoft Technology adds two configurable serial communication ports to Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors. It is designed to handle ASCII-based protocols such as Modbus ASCII and Allen-Bradley DF1, enabling communication with a wide range of external devices. By offloading serial communication tasks from the processor, the module ensures efficient data handling without consuming CPU resources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach port supports large ASCII string transfers, making the module suitable for barcode scanners, printers, weigh scales, and legacy PLCs. Its single-slot backplane-compatible design simplifies installation and integration into existing ControlLogix systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMVI56-GSC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ProSoft Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockwell ControlLogix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generic Serial ASCII Interface Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two independent configurable serial ports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Protocols:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASCII, Modbus ASCII, DF1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baud rate, data bits, stop bits, parity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°C to 60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-slot backplane compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds two fully configurable serial ports to ControlLogix processors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports ASCII-based communication for broad device compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles large ASCII strings for complex messaging applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimplifies integration with legacy devices and SCADA systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackplane-compatible design for easy installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Scenarios\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnecting barcode readers, printers, and weigh scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrating legacy PLCs using Modbus ASCII or DF1 protocols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial automation systems requiring serial communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCADA platforms with mixed protocol requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What protocols does the MVI56-GSC support?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: ASCII, Modbus ASCII, and Allen-Bradley DF1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many serial ports are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: Two independent configurable ports.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What types of devices can be connected?\u003c\/strong\u003e  A: Barcode scanners, printers, weigh scales, and legacy PLCs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PROSOFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52980117504184,"sku":"MVI56-GSC","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/MVI46-MCM_4827af85-201f-4c74-af5f-ead9d7774007.jpg?v=1773046552","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/prosoft-mvi56-gsc-controllogix-generic-serial-ascii-interface-module","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}