Open comms interfaces

HMS Industrial Networks has launched a new generation of readymade open communication interfaces that allow users to integrate systems in a simple plug-and-play manner.

The Anybus CompactCom concept provides device manufacturers with full solution flexibility for major fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet tasks, including high performance, real-time, synchronisation, and multiple form factors.

Anybus is a range of embedded communication solutions that provide devices with connectivity to any industrial network. The new CompactCom provides a choice for the level of level of integration: CompactCom Chip provides a full network connectivity solution on a single chip for integration into the user's PCB design CompactCom Brick is for users who have limited space or want to add their choice of network connectors CompactCom Module is a complete and interchangeable communication module that gives a fast time to market Regardless of form factor, users still have the interchangeability of Anybus.

For example, it is possible to embed a CompactCom module into an automation device and later re-use the same software implementation for a CompactCom Brick or Chip solution.

The Anybus CompactCom 30- series (based on the NP30 network processor) is intended for general automation; the 40-series (based on the new NP40 network processor), caters mainly for high-performance industrial communication for demanding applications.