The VT250 series provides visualization, controlling and variable gateway functionality for communication between fieldbus systems (master or slave) and real-time Ethernet

In addition to comprehensive sensor, fieldbus, interface and connectivity solutions, Turck is now offering a new product line of human machine interfaces (HMIs). The Muelheim-based automation specialist introduces the first model, VT250, at the SPS/IPC/Drives show in Nuremberg – additional models will follow in 2010. Turck’s new HMIs provide visualization, controlling and variable gateway functionality for communication between fieldbus structures and real-time ethernet. The VT250 may be configured as a master or slave – no matter the communication direction. Based on open standards like CoDeSys and FDT/DTM, the new HMIs guarantee cost-effective interface solutions with outstanding communication characteristics.
The VT250 provides a 5.7” TFT touch-screen (QVGA) in a compact 212 x 156 x 50 mm housing. On the back side, Turck’s developers integrated an SD memory card slot, a back-up battery and the fieldbus port that may be configured for Profibus or CAN bus communication (using DeviceNet or CANopen). The kicker: Providing two real-time ethernet ports, the VT250 allows the user to set up a line topology. A communication port supporting RS232 and RS485, and the additional USB port, complete the versatile communication package. In this way, users may easily integrate barcode readers or light screens, for example.