{"product_id":"rsti-network-adapter-module-ge-fanuc-st-4214","title":"RSTi Network Adapter Module GE Fanuc ST-4214","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ST-4214 (ST-4214) is a high-performance PROFIBUS-DP network adapter module within the GE Fanuc (Emerson) RSTi distributed I\/O family. This module acts as the primary gateway between the PROFIBUS master controller and the local slice I\/O modules on the DIN rail. Engineered for space-critical applications in automated manufacturing, food and beverage packaging, and conveyor systems, the ST-4214 manages high-speed data exchange and provides power to the internal bus for all connected I\/O slices. We supply this module as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring factory-sealed reliability for your high-speed fieldbus architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ST-4214 utilizes the standard PROFIBUS-DP protocol to facilitate deterministic communication and comprehensive module diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\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\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eST-4214\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRSTi Distributed I\/O\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\u003ePROFIBUS-DP (Slave)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps (Auto-detection)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax I\/O Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 32 expansion modules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 VDC (Nominal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax 1.5 A (Internal Bus Power)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\/O to Logic: Photocoupler isolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20 to +60 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 mm x 99 mm x 70 mm\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\u003eUltra-Compact Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe ST-4214 features a \"slice\" architecture, allowing engineers to pack high-density I\/O into extremely narrow control cabinets. This modularity enables custom I\/O configurations that save up to 40% more space compared to traditional block-style distributed I\/O.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Fieldbus Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module automatically detects the PROFIBUS-DP baud rate (up to 12 Mbps). This \"plug-and-play\" capability simplifies commissioning and ensures immediate synchronization with Siemens, GE, or other third-party PROFIBUS masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModular Power Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe ST-4214 manages the system power for the internal backplane. It isolates the field power from the logic power, protecting sensitive internal electronics from voltage surges and electrical noise generated by field-side actuators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe RSTi series utilizes a secure DIN-rail locking mechanism and removable terminal blocks. Technicians can replace a module or expand the system without disconnecting existing PROFIBUS cabling, drastically reducing downtime during system maintenance.\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\u003eHow many expansion modules can I connect to one ST-4214?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ST-4214 supports up to 32 expansion slices. However, you must calculate the total current consumption of your slices to ensure they do not exceed the 1.5 A internal bus limit provided by the adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the ST-4214 support GSD files for configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You integrate the ST-4214 into your PLC configuration software (like Proficy Machine Edition or STEP 7) using a standard GSD file, which defines the module's identity and I\/O data structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the correct way to set the PROFIBUS station address?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module typically features rotary switches or DIP switches on the front or side panel. 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