Adding the new PROFIBUS controller with DP Master interface gives WAGO’s PFC200 Controller family additional capabilities. This compact controller readily collects and processes data in industrial environments via a PROFIBUS network with various subscribers. It then provides high-speed communication with sensors and actuators in various machines and systems. In addition to a standard controller, an extended-temperature variation of WAGO’s PFC200 with PROFIBUS Master interface also joins the range. A greater temperature operating range of -20 to 60°C gives this controller tremendous flexibility, particularly in industrial machines as well as in areas with higher requirements.

Simple Programming, Secure Communication

These new PFC200 controllers utilize the Linux® real-time operating system and can be programmed using the industry-proven WAGO-I/O-PRO configuration software based on CODESYS. GSD files can be easily read in via the integrated PROFIBUS configurator. Simultaneously, sensitive production data is optimally protected by comprehensive security packages such as SSL/TLS 1.2, SSH, VPN and Firewall.

Proven Controller with Improved Hardware

Matching these controllers’ new capabilities is hardware that has been completely revised and optimized for these models. Other controllers within the PFC200 family still use tried-and-true ETHERNET and CAN interfaces. The new controllers with PROFIBUS DP Master interfaces also have a wide variety of approvals, allowing them to be used in virtually any application. Additionally, nearly every one of the WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM’s 500+ I/O modules are supported by WAGO’s 750 Series local bus. This means that in addition to digital and analog I/O modules, several specialty modules are available for logging and processing highly varying signals.

About WAGO

WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG is a family-owned company headquartered in Minden, Germany. Independently operating for three generations, WAGO has become an international standard-setting provider of electrical interconnect and automation solutions. WAGO is the world leader in spring pressure connection technology. The firm employs more than 7,200 people around the world – approximately 3,300 of these are in Germany. WAGO’s last posted revenues were EUR 720 million.