Product Description
The Hetronik HC500-CU-2DP is the CPU unit (CU) for the HC500 multi-channel Heater Controller system, featuring a PROFIBUS-DP slave interface for integration with industrial PLC networks. It serves as the central processing and communication hub of the HC500 heater control architecture, coordinating data exchange between the host PLC master and connected output cards (OC). The unit is designed for demanding industrial heating applications including injection molding, extrusion, and oven/furnace control, and is compatible with PLCs from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, ABB, Beckhoff, Omron, and Mitsubishi.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hetronik |
| Model / Part Number | HC500-CU-2DP |
| Order Number | 500.203 |
| Product Type | HC500 Heater Controller CPU Unit (CU) |
| Communication Interface | PROFIBUS-DP (2DP — 2nd generation PROFIBUS-DP for HC500) |
| PROFIBUS Role | Slave |
| Firmware Version (known example) | A.2-V1.18 / A2-V1.14 (version varies by unit) |
| Diagnostic Software Interface | HC500-DIAG (Windows diagnostic software) |
| HC-BUS Max Cable Length | 3 meters (per CU) |
| Compatible Communication Protocols | PROFIBUS-DP, HC-COM (ASCII), HC-NET |
| Compatible PLC Brands | Siemens, Allen-Bradley, ABB, Beckhoff, Omron, Mitsubishi |
| Heater Safety Feature | Automatic Heating-OFF after 5 sec. communication loss |
| LED Diagnostics | Yes (H1–H16 status LEDs on CU) |
| Manufacturer | Hetronik GmbH, Heisinger Str. 12, D-87437 Kempten, Germany |
| Series / Platform | HC500 |
| PROFIBUS-DP Terminator Resistor | 120 Ohm |
We warranty all items for 30 days from date of purchase.