{"product_id":"fmbt-21-abb-modbus-tcp-adapter-ethernet-communication-module","title":"FMBT-21 ABB Modbus TCP Adapter Ethernet Communication Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for network integration in industrial automation environments, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABB FMBT-21\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eFMBT-21\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEthernet Communication Module) provides direct physical execution of Modbus TCP data exchange for ABB drive systems. This hardware component functions as a communication adapter to bridge internal drive parameters with external controller network topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModule Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FMBT-21 is a dual-port Ethernet adapter designed for mounting into the internal option slot of compatible ABB drives. It incorporates an integrated switch to support daisy-chain network configurations and manages auto-negotiated data transfer at 10\/100 Mbps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFMBT-21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.02 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30.0 x 16.0 x 6.0 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20 deg C to +60 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 V DC (via host drive)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterface Ports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x RJ45\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eABB Industrial Control \u0026amp; Drive Communication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FMBT-21 utilizes deterministic Ethernet communication to facilitate motor control and parameterization. It features firmware flash compatibility, allowing for system-wide logic and protocol updates. The module supports I\/O density scaling through its dual-port architecture and provides high-speed access to drive variables for integration with OPC UA clients and DriveComposer Pro software. Deterministic network performance is maintained via auto-negotiation and integration with host drive backplane communication velocities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e## Ordering info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFMBT-21 Modbus TCP Adapter module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive integration and Ethernet interface manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-static protective packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the host drive is fully de-energized before inserting the FMBT-21 into the internal option slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure the module using the provided physical fasteners to maintain proper contact with the internal drive bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilize Cat5e or higher shielded Ethernet cables to ensure data integrity in high-interference industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the dual RJ45 ports according to the required network topology (star or daisy-chain).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the module support hot-swapping?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The drive power must be fully cycled down before installing or removing the FMBT-21 module to prevent electrical damage to the drive or adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can I daisy-chain multiple drives with this module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The dual RJ45 ports act as an internal switch, allowing for linear daisy-chain network topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the module powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module is powered internally by the host drive via the 24 V DC supply provided through the option slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is this adapter compatible with DriveComposer Pro?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, it is fully compatible for diagnostic and commissioning functions when utilized in an Ethernet tool network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle variable network speeds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module uses auto-negotiation technology to automatically synchronize with 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps network environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the FMBT-21 support remote parameter tuning?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. It provides read\/write access to the host drive parameter set over Modbus TCP, enabling remote configuration and fault resetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the node capacity of the network?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module architecture supports up to 32 network nodes within the defined network segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the recommended setting for heavy monitoring?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: ABB recommends setting drive parameters 50.21 and 50.51 to \"Slow\" or \"Monitoring\" mode to ensure signal stability for continuous data logging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45231169536173,"sku":"FMBT-21","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/abb-fmbt-21-modbus-tcp-adapter-4ebx0dh0y1c_88b2c865-9b88-4b0a-aba5-304db0def58b.jpg?v=1762942252","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/fmbt-21-abb-modbus-tcp-adapter-ethernet-communication-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}