PROFIBUS Connector with PG Port, cable 90°, LED Diagnostics

Technical parameters

General information

• Order number: 700-972-7BB12
• Product type: PROFIBUS connector with LED diagnostics
• Design: 90° cable outlet with PG port
• Wire connection: screw terminals
• Scope of delivery: PROFIBUS connector, installation instructions

PROFIBUS interface and connection

• PROFIBUS interface: 1x SUB-D connector, 9-pin
• Transmission rate: max. 12 Mbps
• PG interface: integrated PG interface for connecting an additional station
• Connection type: terminal block
• Number of terminals: 4
• Suitable PROFIBUS cable: copper cable 60/75 °C up to 1.0 mm²
• Maximum outer cable diameter: 8.0 mm

Diagnostics and signaling

• Status indication: 3 diagnostic LEDs
• Indicated states: bus activity, station transmitting, terminating resistor connected
• LED colors: blue, green and orange
• Orange LED: terminating resistor status
• Green LED: bus activity
• Blue LED: participation of the addressed station in bus communication

Bus termination and design

• Terminating resistor: integrated, switchable via slide switch
• Housing: metal-plated for improved EMC compatibility
• Loose parts: no loose parts that could be lost during installation
• Cable outlet: 90° angle
• Tool compatibility: suitable for FastConnect stripping tool
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 40 x 17 x 64 mm
• Weight: approx. 40 g

Electrical parameters

• Current consumption: max. 35 mA

Operating conditions

• Ambient temperature: −25 °C to +85 °C
• Maximum ambient temperature according to UL: +60 °C
• Transport and storage temperature: −25 °C to +85 °C
• Relative humidity: 70% at +25 °C
• Pollution degree: 2
• Protection rating: IP20

Approvals

• Approvals: CE, UL

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – PROFIBUS connector with PG port, 90° cable outlet and LED diagnostics

What is the Helmholz 700-972-7BB12 PROFIBUS connector used for?

The Helmholz 700-972-7BB12 PROFIBUS connector is used to connect devices to a PROFIBUS DP network. It has a 90° cable outlet, screw terminals, a PG port and LED diagnostics for quick bus status checks.

Does the Helmholz 700-972-7BB12 connector have a PG port?

Yes, this PROFIBUS connector has an integrated PG port. The PG interface allows a programming or diagnostic device to be connected.

What do the LEDs on the 700-972-7BB12 PROFIBUS connector indicate?

The LEDs indicate basic PROFIBUS network states: bus activity, activity of the addressed station and the status of the connected terminating resistor.

Does the 700-972-7BB12 connector have an integrated terminating resistor?

Yes, the connector has an integrated switchable terminating resistor. It is used for proper termination of the PROFIBUS segment at the end of the bus.

What type of wire connection does the 700-972-7BB12 connector use?

The connector uses screw terminals. This design is suitable for standard PROFIBUS cable installation without crimping.