{"product_id":"prosoft-5601-rio-mcm-industrial-protocol-converter-gateway-module","title":"ProSoft 5601-RIO-MCM | Industrial Protocol Converter | Gateway Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5601-RIO-MCM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby ProSoft Technology is a robust industrial communication gateway designed to connect Allen-Bradley Remote I\/O (RIO) networks with Modbus devices. Ideal for legacy PLC systems, this gateway simplifies protocol integration, enabling seamless data exchange between older PLCs and modern Modbus peripherals. Its compact, DIN-rail design ensures easy installation within constrained control cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Protocol Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunctions as a Modbus Master or Slave while simultaneously acting as a Remote I\/O Adapter or Scanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnables Allen-Bradley PLCs (PLC-5, SLC 500) to communicate with Modbus devices like drives, meters, and sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Data Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports efficient mapping of up to 24 words of input and output data per logical RIO rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimizes latency to ensure time-sensitive process signals are reliably exchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500V optical isolation on serial ports for protection against electrical noise and ground loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating temperature range: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by standard 24 VDC industrial supplies with max 300 mA consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration \u0026amp; Monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-232 setup port for initial configuration using ProSoft Configuration Builder software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports configuration of Modbus parameters, RIO rack sizes, and real-time diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED indicators provide visual confirmation of power, RIO status, and serial activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5601-RIO-MCM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eAllen-Bradley Remote I\/O, Modbus RTU\/ASCII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eSerial Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e2 × RS-232\/RS-422\/RS-485, configurable baud rates up to 115.2 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eEthernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e10\/100 Mbps, RJ45 connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eDIN-rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e4.52 × 2.07 × 5.20 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e24 VDC (18–32 VDC), max 300 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e500V optical isolation on serial ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eLEDs for Power, RIO, Serial Activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMigrating legacy Allen-Bradley PLC networks to Modbus-based devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrating motor drives, power monitors, and specialized sensors in industrial automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining support for phased-out or end-of-life RIO networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the 5601-RIO-MCM connect multiple Modbus devices simultaneously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the gateway can operate as a Modbus Master or Slave, supporting multiple devices on RS-485 networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this module compatible with modern EtherNet\/IP PLC systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: For new installations, ProSoft recommends EtherNet\/IP-capable modules like the PLX series for higher bandwidth applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is the device configured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Configuration is done via RS-232 using ProSoft Configuration Builder software, allowing full control of RIO and Modbus settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it support extreme industrial environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The device operates reliably in temperatures up to 60°C and features optical isolation to protect against electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44142848344163,"sku":"5601-RIO-MCM","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2775\/3315\/files\/PROSOFT5601-RIO-MCM.jpg?v=1777255127","url":"https:\/\/precisemodule.com\/products\/prosoft-5601-rio-mcm-industrial-protocol-converter-gateway-module","provider":"Precise Module Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}