Description

The 5136-DN-PC SST is a high-performance, single-slot communication gateway module manufactured by ProSoft Technology, a renowned leader in industrial connectivity solutions. Designed specifically for integration into Allen-Bradley ControlLogix® chassis, this module provides a robust and seamless bridge between Rockwell Automation’s Logix platform and third-party devices using the PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) protocol. Its core function is to act as a PROFIBUS DP Master, allowing a ControlLogix processor to centrally control, configure, and exchange data with a network of up to 125 PROFIBUS DP-V0/V1 slaves, such as remote I/O blocks, drives, sensors, and valve actuators.

As part of ProSoft’s extensive in-chassis gateway series, the 5136-DN-PC SST is engineered to simplify network integration, eliminate costly and complex hardware workarounds, and provide a single-vendor solution for multi-vendor automation environments. It offloads the communication processing burden from the main controller CPU, ensuring deterministic data exchange and maximizing system performance. The module is a critical component for modernizing and unifying control architectures, enabling plant-wide data accessibility and fostering Industry 4.0 initiatives. The value of the ProSoft Technology 5136-DN-PC SST lies in its ability to future-proof automation investments by seamlessly connecting legacy or specialized PROFIBUS equipment with state-of-the-art Logix control systems.

5136-DN-PC SST

Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	5136-DN-PC SST
Manufacturer	ProSoft Technology (An ABB Company)
Product Type	In-Chassis PROFIBUS DP Master Gateway Module
Compatible Backplane	Allen-Bradley ControlLogix® (1756)
PROFIBUS Role	DP-V1 Master, Class 1 & 2
Number of Slaves Supported	Up to 125
Number of I/O Words	Up to 2000 bytes of input and 2000 bytes of output data
PROFIBUS Data Rates	9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps, auto-baud detecting
Isolation	500V optical isolation on PROFIBUS DP port
PROFIBUS Connector	9-pin D-sub female (sub-miniature D)
Power Consumption	1.5A @ 5V DC (from backplane), 100 mA @ 24V DC (external)
Operating Temperature	0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F)
Certifications	CE, C-Tick, cULus Listed, ATEX/IECEx for Zone 2/22

Main Features and Advantages

The 5136-DN-PC SST offers a suite of powerful features that ensure reliable and straightforward integration. Its standout advantage is the native integration within the ControlLogix rack; the module appears as another card in the I/O configuration tree of Rockwell’s Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 software. All configuration, including slave device mapping and network diagnostics, is performed through a intuitive Add-On Profile (AOP), drastically reducing programming complexity and startup time. The module features a non-volatile memory, which stores the network configuration independently, allowing for easy module replacement without the need to re-download the controller project.

Advanced diagnostics are a cornerstone of this module’s design. It provides extensive status information for both the gateway itself and the entire PROFIBUS network, down to the individual slave level, accessible directly through the Studio 5000 software. This enables rapid troubleshooting and minimizes downtime. The built-in web server and configuration utility offer alternative methods for monitoring and setup. The robust construction, with optical isolation on the PROFIBUS port, protects the ControlLogix system from electrical noise and ground loops commonly found in industrial environments, ensuring the long-term reliability and stability of the 5136-DN-PC SST.

Application Field

The ProSoft Technology 5136-DN-PC SST is deployed across a vast array of industries where integrating PROFIBUS DP networks with a central Allen-Bradley control system is required. A primary application is in automotive manufacturing, where it connects Logix controllers to a myriad of PROFIBUS-based robotic controllers, welding guns, and process-specific devices on painting and assembly lines. In the water/wastewater sector, the module is instrumental in integrating proprietary pump controllers and flow meters from various manufacturers into a unified SCADA and control platform, enabling efficient plant-wide management.

Furthermore, the 5136-DN-PC SST is extensively used in material handling and packaging systems to interface with distributed I/O and sophisticated servo drives. In the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, it provides a reliable connection to process instrumentation and analyzers on PROFIBUS networks, ensuring precise control and data acquisition for batch processes. Its ability to handle both cyclic process data and acyclic configuration/diagnostic data makes it ideal for complex applications requiring not just control but also asset management and predictive maintenance capabilities from a single gateway.

5136-DN-PC SST

Related Products

5136-DPS- The standard version of this module, without the “SST” (Screw Terminal) option, typically using a D-sub connector.

5204-DPS- PROFIBUS DP Slave module for connecting Logix controllers as a slave device on an existing PROFIBUS DP network.

CLX5430-EIP An EtherNet/IP to PROFIBUS DP Master gateway, operating as a standalone module outside the chassis.

MV156-MCM A legacy Multi-Vendor Communication Module for SLC-500 and PLC-5 platforms with PROFIBUS capability.

1756-L7x Series of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix® controllers that serve as the host processor for the 5136-DN-PC SST.

PB-9MSTR-1 ProSoft’s PROFIBUS DP Master gateway for the CompactLogix platform.