{"product_id":"bb-smartworx-eki-1222-ce-modbus-gateway","title":"B+B SmartWorx EKI-1222-CE 2-Port Modbus Gateway","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eEKI-1222-CE 2-Port Modbus Gateway\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEKI-1222-CE Modbus gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for industrial automation professionals who need reliable \u003cstrong\u003eserial-to-Ethernet conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e without complexity. This \u003cstrong\u003e2-port industrial device server\u003c\/strong\u003e bridges legacy Modbus\/RTU and Modbus\/ASCII serial devices with modern TCP\/IP networks, delivering bi-directional communication with dual Ethernet ports for redundancy. Perfect for manufacturing facilities, SCADA systems, and IoT integration projects requiring robust device connectivity and failover protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBi-directional \u003cstrong\u003eModbus gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting RTU and ASCII protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual independent Ethernet 10\/100Base-T ports with separate MAC addresses for network redundancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial interface support: RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster\/Slave and Client\/Server operation modes for flexible deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial-grade reliability for 24\/7 mission-critical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact form factor ideal for DIN rail or panel mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo configuration required — plug-and-play Modbus protocol translation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB+B SmartWorx\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEKI-1222-CE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGateway Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus\/RTU and Modbus\/ASCII to TCP\/IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 10\/100Base-T (independent with dual MAC addresses)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232, RS-422, RS-485 (configurable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperation Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Master\/Slave, Ethernet Client\/Server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus\/RTU, Modbus\/ASCII, Modbus\/TCP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Ethernet ports with independent MAC addresses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial device server for SCADA, PLC, and IoT integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Modbus gateway and how does it work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eModbus gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e acts as a protocol translator, converting serial Modbus communications (RTU\/ASCII) into TCP\/IP Ethernet packets. The EKI-1222-CE enables legacy serial devices to communicate with modern networked systems without replacing existing equipment, reducing integration costs and downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the EKI-1222-CE provide network redundancy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dual Ethernet ports feature independent MAC addresses, allowing you to connect to separate network segments or switches. This \u003cstrong\u003e2-port industrial device server\u003c\/strong\u003e design ensures continuous operation even if one network connection fails, critical for industrial automation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat serial protocols does this Modbus gateway support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EKI-1222-CE supports RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial interfaces, accommodating a wide range of legacy industrial devices. It translates both Modbus\/RTU and Modbus\/ASCII protocols to Modbus\/TCP for seamless Ethernet integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs configuration required for the Modbus gateway?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EKI-1222-CE is designed for minimal setup. As a plug-and-play \u003cstrong\u003eEthernet gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e, it automatically translates Modbus protocols without complex programming, making it ideal for rapid deployment in manufacturing and SCADA systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"B+B SMARTWORX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41675770888267,"sku":"EKI-1222-CE","price":718.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/bb-smartworx-eki-1222-ce-modbus-gateway","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}