Rockwell Automation presents a solution that redefines the approach to industrial electrical panel design: EtherNet/IP™ In-cabinet Solution. An intelligent system designed to optimize space, simplify wiring, and improve operational efficiency and plant scalability.
A new standard for wiring in switchboards
One of the most obvious limitations of traditional systems is point-to-point wiring: each connection requires time, attention, and skilled labor. With Rockwell’s In-cabinet solution, everything changes. At the heart of the system is a 7-conductor flat cable capable of handling both communication and power supply to devices, reducing the complexity and volume of connections within the panel.
The advantages are tangible:
- Up to 80% reduction in wiring time
- Up to 30% less space in cabinets
- Weight reduced by 32%, with less copper and plastic used
- Lower environmental impact
Flexible and scalable architecture
The solution supports a multi-drop topology, allowing up to 40 nodes to be connected on a single line. There is no need to return to the PLC for each device, thus achieving maximum design flexibility and unprecedented simplification, even in dynamic or customized production environments.
Thanks to the Select Line function, the system automatically recognizes new devices, making expansions and modifications easy without the need for rewiring.
Intelligent communication with access to field data
The EtherNet/IP connection guarantees real-time data and seamless integration with Rockwell Automation’s software ecosystem, such as Studio 5000. This allows:
- Continuous monitoring of device status
- Immediate diagnostics in case of malfunctions
- Support for predictive maintenance and performance optimization
Peer-to-peer and distributed logic
The in-cabinet gateway supports Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) technology on a multi-drop topology (up to 25 meters and 40 nodes) and enables distributed peer-to-peer logic: even if disconnected from the PLC, the devices continue to communicate locally.
A plug-and-play solution, ready for the future
This new architecture stands out for its ease of configuration, expandability, sustainability, and native compatibility with EtherNet/IP™. It is the ideal solution for machine builders, system integrators, and industrial plants that focus on efficiency, fast commissioning, and simplified maintenance.
Do you want to rethink the design of your electrical panels in a simpler, faster, and more efficient way?
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