Features:
- Dual Flexible Serial Ports with Multiple Protocols
- Intelligent Modbus Master/Slave Command Handling
- Built for Harsh Industrial Environments
The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA is equipped with two independent DB25 serial ports, each configurable for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485. This allows you to connect to a wide variety of field devices, from simple serial instruments to complex multi-drop networks, without needing additional converters or signal conditioners.
The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA internally manages up to 100 command list entries, including conditional writes, event-driven commands, and adjustable polling intervals. This offloads the main PLC processor from repetitive communication tasks, resulting in faster system response times and simpler ladder logic programming.
With an operating temperature range of 0°C to 60°C, optical isolation, and compliance with Class I Division 2 hazardous location standards, the PROSOFT 3100-INUSA is designed to perform reliably in demanding settings such as oil and gas facilities, chemical plants, and heavy manufacturing environments.
The 3100-INUSA PROSOFT Communication Interface Module may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
PROSOFT 3100-INUSA Communication Interface Module Manuals,Datasheets,Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
PROSOFT 3100-INUSA Communication Interface Module
General
- Manufacturer PROSOFT
- Model 3100-INUSA
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family 3100-MDA4,3100-MDA16,3300-MBP
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
- Temperature Extremes – Rated for operation from 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) and storage from -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F), the PROSOFT 3100-INUSA handles both hot control rooms and unheated outdoor enclosures.
- Mechanical Stress – Withstands operational shock of 30g, non-operational shock of 50g, and vibration of 5g from 10 Hz to 150 Hz, making it suitable for installations near heavy machinery, compressors, or engines.
- Electrical Noise – The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA provides 500V optical isolation between the field side (communication ports) and the backplane, protecting the PLC from ground loops, surges, and electromagnetic interference common in industrial plants.
- Humidity & Contaminants – Operates reliably in 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) and is coated for resistance to airborne contaminants such as dust and light chemical vapors when mounted in a suitable IP54 enclosure per ATEX requirements.
- Rockwell Automation 1771 Platform – The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA is physically and electrically compatible with the 1771 I/O chassis and supports block transfer (BTR/BTW) communication with PLC-2, PLC-3, and PLC-5 processors.
- Modbus Device Ecosystem – Interoperates with thousands of devices that support Modbus RTU or ASCII protocols, including Schneider Electric, ABB, Siemens, Yokogawa, Emerson, and generic Chinese instruments, using standard function codes 1,2,3,4,5,6,15,16.
- Serial Interface Flexibility – Each port can be independently configured for RS-232 (point-to-point), RS-422 (4-wire multi-drop), or RS-485 (2-wire multi-drop), ensuring compatibility with nearly any legacy or new serial device without external converters.
- Software & Configuration Tools – Configured entirely through the PLC’s ladder logic and data tables (no separate software package required). The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA works with Rockwell’s RSLogix 5 and older APS programming software, maintaining compatibility with legacy engineering workstations.
- Process Control & Monitoring – The PROSOFT 3100-INUSA is widely used in oil & gas, chemical, and water treatment facilities to read flow rates, tank levels, and pressure values from Modbus-compatible transmitters into a central PLC for alarming and historical logging.
- Factory Automation & Machine Integration – Connect variable frequency drives (VFDs), barcode scanners, weigh scales, and robot controllers to a Rockwell PLC, enabling coordinated production line control and real-time performance data collection.
- SCADA & Remote Telemetry – When deployed with radio or cellular modems, the PROSOFT 3100-INUSA acts as a remote terminal unit (RTU) interface, gathering data from wellheads, pump stations, or environmental monitors and forwarding it to a central SCADA host.
- Legacy System Upgrades – Modernize older control systems by using the PROSOFT 3100-INUSA to add Modbus communication capability to existing 1771-based PLCs, avoiding a costly full controller upgrade.