MVI56E-SIE PROSOFT Communication Module

PROSOFT MVI56E-SIE Product Introduction & Technical Parameters
Basic Product Information
Brand: PROSOFT Technology
Model: MVI56E-SIE
Order Number (Part Number): MVI56E-SIE
Product Name: Siemens Industrial Ethernet Client Communication Module for ControlLogix
Place of Origin: United States
Customs Code: HS 851762

MVME55006E-0163

Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 133.4 mm (H) x 38.1 mm (W) x 123.8 mm (D)
Weight: Approx. 0.23 kg (Net)
Mounting: Single-slot installation on 1756 ControlLogix backplane (local/remote racks)
Housing: Industrial-grade plastic with metal backplate
LED Indicators: OK (Module Status), APP (Application Status), ERR (Battery/Error Status)
Display: 4-character alphanumeric scrolling LED (shows IP, version, status, errors)
Environmental Parameters
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Vibration Resistance: 5g (10 Hz to 150 Hz)
Shock Resistance: 30g (operational); 50g (non-operational)
Electrical & Power Parameters
Backplane Power: 5 VDC (nominal), 800 mA current draw
Auxiliary Power: 24 VDC (nominal), 3 mA current draw

MVME55006E-0163

Communication Interface: 1 x RJ45, 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet
Isolation: 1500 VAC (channel-to-channel)
Data Memory: Up to 5000 16-bit user-definable data registers
Key Features & Performance
1. Multi-Device Connectivity: Supports up to 20 simultaneous client connections to Siemens S7 PLCs.
2. High-Speed Communication: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with auto-crossover detection for stable TCP/IP data transfer.
3. Flexible Command Control: Executes up to 16 commands per connection; controllable via ControlLogix ladder logic.
4. Scheduled I/O Updates: Uses scheduled data transfer for faster, more precise updates .
5. Advanced Diagnostics: Full network/module diagnostics via Ethernet; CIPconnect compatible.
6. Easy Configuration: Configurable via PROSOFT Configuration Builder (PCB) software .
7. Robust Industrial Design: Built for harsh industrial environments with wide temperature/humidity tolerance .
8. Full Compatibility: Seamless integration with ControlLogix processors (firmware v16+) .
Typical Applications
Mixed-vendor industrial automation systems (Rockwell + Siemens)
Manufacturing lines, process control, and material handling
Power generation, oil & gas, and water treatment facilities
Retrofit projects integrating Siemens S7 PLCs into ControlLogix DCS
Factory automation and SCADA networks