The PKV 40 / PKV 50 is a field-level Ethernet connection device. It is an Ethernet-to-Fieldbus gateway with an integrated Web Server, a runtime engine for IEC 61131 Soft PLCs, an open platform for own applications, and the PKV 50 as a Field Processor specially for SoftPLCs with remanent memory.
The PKV 40 and PKV 50 are Ethernet‑to‑Fieldbus gateways that combine a proven fieldbus master module with a 486 (PKV 40) or 586 (PKV 50) PC running Windows CE. They offer an integrated web server for remote monitoring, OPC support, and an open platform for custom applications.
Technical data include a 4 MB (PKV 40) or 16 MB (PKV 50) FLASH, up to 16 MB SDRAM, Ethernet speeds up to 100 Mbaud, and a DIN‑rail mounting option. Both units operate from 18‑30 V and are rated IP 50 for industrial environments.
| Microprocessor | 486 / 66 MHz (PKV 40), 586 / 133 MHz (PKV 50) |
|---|---|
| Flash Memory | 4 MByte (PKV 40), 16 MByte (PKV 50) |
| DRAM/SDRAM | 8 MByte DRAM (PKV 40), 16 MByte SDRAM (PKV 50) |
| Operating System | Windows CE V3.0 |
| Ethernet Interface Speed | 10 MBaud (PKV 40), 100 MBaud (PKV 50) |
| Operating Voltage | 18‑30 V / 0.3 A |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 105 × 44 × 105 mm |
| Installation | DIN‑rail (EN 50022) |
The PKV 50 runs Windows CE V3.0.
The PKV 40 provides a 10 MBaud Ethernet interface.
Yes, the PKV 50 includes remanent memory for recording SoftPLC data.