{"product_id":"woodward-sst-pfb3-pci-profibus-interface-card","title":"Woodward SST-PFB3-PCI Profibus Interface Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Woodward SST-PFB3-PCI is a high-performance communication interface card designed to integrate PCI-based industrial computers into Profibus DP networks. By offloading the Profibus protocol stack management to an onboard processor, this card ensures deterministic, real-time data exchange while minimizing the processing burden on the host CPU. It is engineered for demanding industrial environments, including power generation, oil and gas refining, and large-scale mining automation, where reliable field-level device management is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with Profibus DP-V0 and DP-V1 standards for both cyclic and acyclic messaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports both Master and Slave configurations for versatile network integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports data rates ranging from 9.6 kbps up to 12 Mbps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHost Offloading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onboard processor handles communication tasks to maintain stable system performance and low network latency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a standard DB9 female interface for reliable physical connection to Profibus networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis interface card is primarily used in industrial automation systems requiring high-speed connectivity between PCI-based workstations and field devices. Common applications include distributed control systems (DCS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) nodes, and real-time monitoring systems in critical infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSST-PFB3-PCI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWoodward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfibus DP-V0 \/ DP-V1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDB9 Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC (via PCI slot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESD Precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always handle the card by its edges and use an anti-static wrist strap to prevent electrostatic discharge damage to sensitive components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Down:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the host computer is completely powered down and disconnected from the AC supply before inserting or removing the PCI card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the card is firmly seated in a compatible PCI slot and secured with the mounting screw to prevent vibration-related disconnects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use shielded Profibus-rated cabling. Keep communication cables routed away from high-voltage power lines and sources of high EMI to maintain signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the appropriate Woodward communication drivers are installed on the host operating system to enable proper card recognition and protocol stack management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this card support both Master and Slave modes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the SST-PFB3-PCI is designed to support both Master and Slave modes, allowing for flexible deployment within various Profibus network architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the card powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe card draws its required 5 VDC power directly from the host computer's PCI slot, requiring no external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50631832633596,"sku":"SST-PFB3-PCI","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_8cbd6f3f-a0ef-418f-acd9-bac935266c42.jpg?v=1784879123","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/woodward-sst-pfb3-pci-profibus-interface-card","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}