The EthernetIP driver allows the Gateway to connect to Allen Bradley EthernetIP controllers and collect data via tag names or exported tag CSV sheets. Currently supported devices include the Control and CompactLogix PLCs.
Creating a Connection
Creating a connection to an EthernetIP controller requires 4 parameters:
Name: Unique name for the controller connection
IP: IP address of the controller
Scan Rate: Poll rate of the controller tags
Slot: Controller Slot Number (0 if CompactLogix)
Once the form is submitted, the connection will be presented on the dashboard where the status will be displayed. Click on the connection name to see details and collect controller tags.