EtherNet/IP Agent – “Agent Blond”
Intelligent EtherNet/IP measurement point for detecting communication abnormalities and providing additional network information through the PLC diagnostic path.
Product Overview
The EtherNet/IP Agent “Agent Blond” is an intelligent, non-intrusive measurement point designed to support EtherNet/IP commissioning, service and network troubleshooting. Installed directly into the network, it monitors communication as a silent listener and detects abnormalities such as telegram gaps that can indicate emerging communication problems.
By integrating additional network information into the PLC diagnostic path, the EtherNet/IP Agent helps engineers identify communication abnormalities earlier and locate potential causes more precisely. This can help distinguish between problems associated with cables, connectors, devices or other parts of the network.
The Agent is particularly useful during commissioning and maintenance, where communication problems may occur intermittently and may not immediately be recorded by standard PLC diagnostics. It can also be used to compare network behaviour before and after replacing a device or network component.
Key Features
• Non-intrusive monitoring of EtherNet/IP communication
• Operates as a silent listener within the network
• Detects telegram gaps as an early indicator of communication problems
• Provides additional network information to the PLC diagnostic path
• Helps identify the location of communication abnormalities
• Supports faster troubleshooting during commissioning and service
• Helps distinguish potential problems with cables, connectors and devices
• Supports before-and-after comparison following device replacement
• Provides additional diagnostic information beyond standard PLC status information
• Designed for permanent integration into the EtherNet/IP network
• Suitable for commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Can be used alongside standard PLC diagnostics
Technical Specifications
Product Type: EtherNet/IP diagnostic and measurement point
Application: EtherNet/IP commissioning, service and network monitoring
Network: EtherNet/IP
Measurement Type: Non-intrusive passive monitoring
Operating Principle: Silent network listener
Primary Detection: Telegram gaps / packet loss
Diagnostic Integration: Additional network information reported through the PLC diagnostic path
Network Analysis: EtherNet/IP communication monitoring
Application Areas: Commissioning, troubleshooting, service and maintenance
Installation: Direct integration into the EtherNet/IP network
Article Number: 124090300