DeviceNet is an industrial automation network protocol based on CAN (Controller Area Network) technology. It allows many different types of devices (such as sensors, actuators, PLCs, etc.) to communicate through a single cable, thereby reducing wiring costs and installation time. At the same time, DeviceNet is an open network standard for connecting industrial equipment. Its direct connectivity improves communication between devices and aims to simplify communication between devices. ABB robots support external devices to communicate with them through the DeviceNet bus, providing flexible configuration options.
ABB robot Devicenet bus communication is a crucial technology in industrial automation. It enables seamless data exchange between ABB robots and other devices on the network. With its high – speed and reliable communication features, it simplifies system integration. Devices can be easily configured and monitored. This technology enhances productivity by streamlining operations, making it an essential part of modern manufacturing setups.
- System options
ABB robots can achieve Devicenet bus communication with external devices by opening the corresponding options.
IRC5 system options are as follows:
709-1 DeviceNet Master/Slave – can be used as master/slave
840-4 DeviceNet Anybus Slave – can be used as slave
Omnicore system options are as follows:
3029-1 DeviceNet Single channel – can be used as master/slave
The EDS files required for configuration can be obtained from the following locations:
(1) Install robotstudio, robotware on the computer, the EDS file location is as follows: …\RobotPackages\RobotWare_RPK_\utility\service\ioconfig\DeviceNet\
(2) Location on the robot control cabinet:
\PRODUCTS\\utility\service\EDS\ - Hardware Configuration
Devicenet hardware for Omnicore system
Using option 3029-1 DeviceNet Single channel, the OmniCore controller can act as a master, slave, or both on the DeviceNet network. The DeviceNet network for the OmniCore system runs on a single-channel PCI Express board in the OmniCore host computer. The DeviceNet board DSQC1006 is used with the host computer DSQC1025.
Devicenet hardware for the IRC5 system
The DeviceNet board DSQC1006 is used with the host computer DSQC1000.
With option 709-1 DeviceNet Master/Slave, the IRC5 controller can operate as a master, slave, or both on a DeviceNet network. The hardware connects to the side of the robot host computer.
With option 840-4 DeviceNet Anybus Slave, the IRC5 controller can be used as a slave on a DeviceNet network. - Hardware wiring
DeviceNet connector
Shielded ground and power
Component description:
DeviceNet master/slave board, arranged in the computer module.
Termination resistor (121 ohms)
24 VDC power supply for network.
Distributed digital I/O devices.
24 VDC power supply for device I/0 signals
OmniCore controller.