Unipi Extension xG18
Unipi Extension xG18 is an extension module for connecting up to eight Unipi 1-Wire temperature sensors (RJ45 connector). For communication with the control system, the module uses the RS485 serial interface and the Modbus RTU protocol.
Basic features
- An affordable method of temperature measuring
- Easy connection of up to 8 1-Wire temperature sensors (RJ45 connector)
- Separate 1-Wire channel with only one sensor per channel for better measurement reliability.
- Applicable in any system featuring the RS485 and Modbus RTU support
- Reduces the amount of cabling needed, improves the reliability of the controlled system
- Suitable for large-scale installations
- Up to 32 modules on a single RS485 line
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Product description
Unipi Extension xG18 is a cheap and reliable tool for connecting and reading temperature from up to eight Unipi 1-Wire temperature sensors (RJ45 connector). The module uses the RS485 serial line and the Modbus RTU protocol for communication with a control system. Although primarily designed to be used with Unipi controllers, the xG18 can be implemented into any system featuring the RS485 interface and Modbus RTU support.
Unipi Extension xG18 is suitable for:
- boiler rooms, refrigeration facilities, heat exchanger facilities, and other installations requiring a large number of temperature sensors
- large-scale industrial installations with large distances between measurement points
- installation with high requirements on reliability
Communication interface
Sensors connected to the module use the 1-Wire bus. In contrast to a standard 1-Wire bus, only one sensor can be connected to each xG18's channel - this arrangement improves the reliability of temperature measurements and prevents the failure of the entire bus in case a single sensor fails.
Communication between the module and the control system is done through the RS485 serial line using Modbus RTU protocol. Communication parameters can be configured either on the hardware side via DIP switches, or on the software side through Modbus registers. Hardware configuration is sufficient for most applications, while the software configuration offers broader options, namely a broader range of addresses and bitrates.
Software support
The xG18 can be used with any device featuring the RS485 interface and software supporting Modbus RTU communication.
The module has full software support in Mervis IDE 2.3.0 or newer. A tutorial for connecting the xG18 to Mervis IDE is available on this link.
Other features
The xG18 features a durable aluminum chassis with IP20 protection and is designed for installation onto a standard DIN rail (rail holder and mounting screw are included in the package). A set of LED indicators serves for indicating power, 1-Wire channel status, and RS485 communication.
Further information
The technical specification can be found under the Parameters tab (see above), or in the product's documentation (see the Files tab above).
Documentation
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Modbus register map Table overview of Modbus registers |
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Certification Declaration of conformity |
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Manual User manual and technical documentation |
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Product datasheet Product features and technical information |
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Product leaflet Product information |
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| 1-Wire channels | 8 |
| Sensors per channel | 1 |
| RS485 interface | 1× (Modbus RTU) |
| RS485 galvanic isolation | No |
| Power | 5–24 V⎓ (protection against overvoltage and pole reversal) |
| Indicators | LED indication of channel states, power and RS485 communication |
| Case material | Aluminium |
| Dimensions | 72 × 91 × 22 mm (w, h, d) |
| Weigth | 110 g |
| IP rating | IP20 |
| Installation | DIN rail (35 mm) |
