Ethernet to Belden 9463 Blue Hose Industrial Media Converters, non-CE
IMC-BHx-AC
ProSoft Technology’s IMC-BHx-AC Industrial Media Converters allow users to simultaneously run EtherNet/IP™ and A-B Remote I/O data on existing Belden 9463 Blue Hose media.
Once Industrial Media Converters have been added to the existing system, users will be able to deploy a phased upgrade of their legacy control system. A Logix system can be deployed on top of the existing Remote I/O infrastructure allowing users to upgrade their legacy I/O, drives, HMIs and other end devices. Upgrading of your control system can now be done during scheduled downtime, saving time and money.
Architectures
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Features and Benefits
- Because the quality of your installed Blue Hose cable varies, the IMC-BHx-AC continuously monitors the Remote I/O trunk cable and selects the optimal broadband channel for the best ethernet speed.
- Data rates up to 30 Mbps
- Units are Plug & Play - No configuration required
- These transparent network devices do not have an IP address (similar to an unmanaged switch)
- Support for 57.6k and 115.2k Remote I/O baud rates
- Isolates noise on Remote I/O cable for improved communications
- Remote I/O drop line - Up to 5,000 cable feet
- Remote I/O trunk line - Up to 2,000 cable feet
- Remote I/O trunk line with repeaters - Up to 10,000 cable feet
- Support for up to 32 Remote I/O nodes
Hardware
Specifications
IMC-BHM-AC (Master)
| Specification |
Description |
| Ethernet Ports |
Local 3 Port 10/100 Ethernet RJ-45 |
| Ethernet Bandwidth |
Up to 30 Mbps |
| Cabling Type (Trunk/Drop) |
Belden 9463 Blue Hose |
| Remote I/O Baud Rates |
57.6k and 115.2k |
| LEDs (Green, Yellow, Red) |
Trunk Status (Tri-Color), Drop Status (Tri-Color) |
| DIN Rail Mountable |
Yes |
|
Dimensions |
8.3 x 2.7 x 4.3 in 21.0 x 6.7 x 10.9 cm |
| Weight |
1.94 lb (0.88 kg) |
| Power |
120/240 VAC (-15% / +10%) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
| Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
IMC-BHS-AC (Slave)
| Specification |
Description |
| Ethernet Ports |
Local 3 Port 10/100 Ethernet RJ-45 |
| Ethernet Bandwidth |
Up to 30 Mbps |
| Cabling Type (Trunk/Drop) |
Belden 9463 Blue Hose |
| Remote I/O Baud Rates |
57.6k and 115.2k |
| LEDs (Green, Yellow, Red) |
Trunk Status (Tri-Color), Drop Status (Tri-Color) |
| DIN Rail Mountable |
Yes |
|
Dimensions |
8.3 x 2.7 x 4.3 in 21.0 x 6.7 x 10.9 cm |
| Weight |
1.94 lb (0.88 kg) |
| Power |
120/240 VAC (-15% / +10%) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
| Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
IMC-BHR-AC (Repeater)
| Specification |
Description |
| Ethernet Bandwidth |
Up to 30 Mbps |
| Cabling Type (Trunk/Drop) |
Belden 9463 Blue Hose |
| Remote I/O Baud Rates |
57.6k and 115.2k |
| Wall Mountable |
Yes |
|
Dimensions |
13.5 x 11.0 x 5.5 in |
| Weight |
11.4 lb (5.16 kg) |
| Power |
120/240 VAC (-15% / +10%) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
| Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Downloads
| IMC-BHx-AC Datasheet | 453.24 kB | Last Modified 11/12/2018 |
| IMC-BHx-AC FAQ | 484.09 kB | Last Modified 09/18/2014 |
| IMC-BHx-AC Installation Guide | 1.51 MB | Last Modified 09/04/2014 |