EX500 a gateway unit to connect EtherNet/IP™ and DeviceNet™ to SMC valves and digital inputs for sensors for distributed I/O system. Each gateway can control up to 8 valve manifolds and 8 input blocks, with maximum of 128 outputs and 128 inputs. EX500-GEN2 supports Device level Ring (DLR) and EtherNet/IP™ Quick Connect function. The gateway module has IP65 protection while valve modules and input blocks have IP67 protection ensuring protection against dust and washdown environment.

• The EX9 output and power blocks can be used with the following SMC serial interface units: EX126, EX250, EX500.
• Output and power blocks can be added to the valve manifold to effectively use any idle points for uses other than switching manifold valves.
• Individual NPN output (for CC-Link) or PNP output (the rest) types are available depending on the protocol of the SI unit.
• Two types of power supplies for the output block depending on the wattage load.
• Applicable valve manifolds: VQC, SV.