The following table shows the PROFINET terminology and the equivalent Smart Instrumentation terminology.
PROFINET Devices |
Smart Instrumentation Devices |
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IO Devices |
Instruments (Plug & Socket type) |
Ethernet Cable |
4P # OAS, Copper (Type A, B or C) Cable |
PROFINET Connector |
RJ-45, M12 |
PROFINET IO Controller |
PLC |
PROFINET IO |
Add new IO type as PROFINET IO |
Ethernet Switch |
Switch |
IP Address |
Field Device Address |
Device Name |
Device Identification |
MAC Address |
Fieldbus Tag Name |
PROFINET Naming Convention |
Create new Naming Conventions for PROFINET items |