The Momentum Processor, model 171 CBB 970 30 combines all of the capability of the existing Momentum M1E processors with an integral four-port Ethernet switch housed in a single, compact package. The Ethernet switch allows easy connection of a wide range of Ethernet enabled products that include distributed I/O systems (Momentum and Advantys™ ranges), drives, operator Interfaces, and computers, as well as direct connection to plant networks.
The small footprint and open architecture of the Momentum processor makes it extremely versatile to be used in a variety of automation applications. The Momentum module is an ideal control solution for distributed I/O based systems, distributed control systems, and traditional, standalone PLC control.
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Ethernet delivers interoperability
Using Ethernet as its communications backbone, the new Modicon Momentum Processor delivers all the performance benefits of the award winning M1E processor, with simple configuration and connection. The integrated 4 port Ethernet Switch simplifies the use of Ethernet communications in control applications and helps to reduce the installed cost of the control system by reducing the number of components that need to be purchased and installed. With the Modbus/TCP/IP communications protocol, the Momentum Processor can interface with a wide selection of Ethernet based control and information devices that are used in today’s automation applications.

Ethernet power
The 4 integral Ethernet ports in the Momentum processor allow users to perform a wide range of functions over Ethernet, including data acquisition, peer-to-peer communications and I/O scanning. Four embedded web pages enable the use of a standard web browser to read status and diagnostic information from the processor.