{"product_id":"beckhoff-fc3161-0000-profibus-master-slave-pcie-module","title":"Beckhoff FC3161-0000 PROFIBUS Master\/Slave PCIe Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrating industrial PCs with fieldbus networks is simplified using the \u003cstrong\u003eFC3161-0000\u003c\/strong\u003e interface card, a dedicated PCI Express (PCIe) module developed by Beckhoff. This single-channel communication module supports both standard PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS DP-V1 protocols, allowing seamless connection to various distributed I\/O devices, drives, and controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for installation in compatible Beckhoff Industrial PC PCIe module slots, the \u003cstrong\u003eFC3161-0000\u003c\/strong\u003e can be configured as either a master or a slave device. This flexibility enables it to serve as a primary controller or a subordinate node within a broader process control system. The onboard physical interface is galvanically isolated to protect sensitive host electronics from electrical noise and potential transients on the fieldbus line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-channel PROFIBUS interface supporting DP and DP-V1 protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePCI Express interface designed for integration into Beckhoff Industrial PC module slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigurable as either a PROFIBUS master or slave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGalvanically decoupled D-sub 9-pin bus connection to ensure signal protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo diagnostic LEDs per channel for quick hardware status verification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull integration with TwinCAT control software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial PC-based automation and process control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed I\/O network configuration in manufacturing environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePLC-to-PC cross-communication networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegration of Legacy PROFIBUS DP devices into TwinCAT-controlled systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePart Number \/ Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFC3161-0000\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFieldbus Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS DP-V1\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePC Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePCI Express (PCIe) module slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eData Transfer Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e9.6 kbaud to 12 Mbaud\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 x 9-pin D-sub socket (galvanically decoupled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eHardware Diagnostics\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 LEDs per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNOVRAM\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDriver Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTwinCAT 2.11 R3 and higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installing or replacing the interface card, ensure that the Industrial PC is completely powered down and disconnected from the main power supply. Use standard Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protective gear, such as an ESD wrist strap, to prevent static damage to the internal circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the module securely into the designated Beckhoff PCIe slot and tighten any retaining screws to establish solid mechanical and electrical contact. Ensure that PROFIBUS cabling is routed separately from high-voltage power lines to minimize electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106471469419,"sku":"FC3161-0000","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fc3161-0000-vdorblkcsqn.png?v=1776244826","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-fc3161-0000-profibus-master-slave-pcie-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}