communication

Data is exchanged via OPC UA between the Flow-6 flow meter/controller and the Gate-6 interface server, the Thermo-6 temperature control unit or the machine.

Interfaces

NOTE!

All control cables can be plugged in and out during operation (hot-plugable).

NOTE!

The Flow-6 flow meter/controller is equipped with push-pull hybrid M12 sockets/plugs. The connections are compatible with M12 push‑pull connectors as well as with classic M12 screw connectors.

①

RS-485 IN

RS-485 OUT

Interface for communication with the Engel machine control system via the e-flomo protocol.

  • 1 plug and 1 socket M12 A-coded, 8-pin

NOTE!

A terminating resistor (ID No. 31028) must be attached to the RS-485 OUT connection on the last Flow-6 device.

②

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

interface OPC UA for connection to the Interface Server Gate-6, Thermo-6 temperature control unit or machine, and an additional Flow-6 flow meter/controller

  • 2 M12 D-coded sockets, 4-pin

③

USB

Interface for service purposes

  • USB-A