Description
- The MOLEX SST-PFB3-VME-2 (including variants PB3-VME-2-E and SST-PFB3-VME-2-E) is a high-speed Profibus interface card designed for VMEbus systems. It enables VME-based controllers to act as Profibus DP Master or Slave nodes, providing deterministic data exchange for complex industrial automation and real-time control architectures.
Product Parameters
- Protocol: Profibus DP-V0, DP-V1 (Master/Slave)
- Bus Interface: 6U VMEbus (A24/A16, D16/D08)
- Processor: Onboard specialized communication processor
- Data Rate: 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps (Auto-baud support)
- Memory: 512 KB Shared RAM / 512 KB Flash
- Connector: 9-pin D-Sub (Profibus Port)
- Isolation: 1000V Galvanic Isolation
Product Specifications
- Origin: Canada / USA
- Discontinued Status: Active / Limited (Legacy Support)
- Weight: 0.48 kg
- Dimensions: 233 x 160 x 20 mm (Standard 6U)
- Datasheet: Available upon request
MOLEX SST-PFB3-VME-2-E SST-PFB3-VME PB3-VME-2-E V1.2.2
MOLEX SST-PFB3-VME-2-E SST-PFB3-VME PB3-VME-2-E V1.2.2
MOLEX SST-PFB3-VME-2-E SST-PFB3-VME PB3-VME-2-E V1.2.2
Application Fields
- Simulators: High-speed I/O processing for flight and industrial simulators.
- Power Systems: Communicating with protection relays and smart meters.
- Automotive: Coordinating decentralized I/O on assembly and welding lines.
- DCS Integration: Bridging VME-based controllers to Profibus-compliant field devices.
Product Q&A
Q: What is the difference between the “E” and non-“E” versions? A: The “-E” suffix typically denotes an “Extended” temperature range or specific RoHS compliance, depending on the manufacturing date and revision.
Q: Does the SST-PFB3-VME-2 support multi-master configurations? A: Yes, it is designed to operate in multi-master Profibus environments, managing token passing and bus access efficiently.
Q: How is the module configured? A: It is typically configured using Molex SST console software, which allows for station addressing, GSD file loading, and bus parameter setup.
