GRID45. One Module.
Every Major Industrial Protocol.

GRID45 is your one-stop industrial networking solution: An all-in-one module designed for both wired Ethernet and wireless connectivity. With a single integration, you gain access to Modbus TCP EtherNet/IP, BACnet IP, and numerous other protocols. No need to integrate multiple vendor’s modules.

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Every Major Industrial Protocol. One Module

GRID45 is the engineer's answer to protocol versatility. By integrating with a single module, you unlock access to all the top protocols, including Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, BACnet IP, PROFINET (coming), and the promise of more in the pipeline. Understand your customers, anticipate their protocol preferences, and deliver tailored solutions without the hassle of multiple integrations.

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Breathe New Life in Old Products. No Complete Redesigns

GRID45 enables you to easily add Industrial automation protocols into your existing products by reusing the existing firmware and avoiding the exhaustive efforts of a total redesign. Not only does GRID45 keep your established systems intact, but it also offloads the weighty tasks of network and industrial protocol processing from your host processor.

Eliminate the Overhead of Protocol Development

Developing, deploying and maintaining the growing number of Industrial Communication protocols is expensive and difficult for device manufacturers. The resources required are considerable, and the effort is a distraction from developing core application features for the device manufacturer’s products. GRID45 eliminates this expense and difficulty.

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Customization Made Effortless

GRID45 is built to enable device manufacturers to add the customizations they need to make their data actionable. Based on extensive customer research, we've designed our module to encompass 80% of typical application requirements right off the bat. And the remaining 20%? We can fine-tune it according to your OEM requirements, whether that means mapping product data directly to the network protocol or sending it to the cloud.

Simply contact our team, detail your customization needs, and we'll ensure you receive a module tailored to your exact specifications. For a seamless testing experience, sample firmware is readily available upon request as well.

tailored to your exact specification, 80% typical application requirements, 20% customization

Secure IoT Networking By Default

GRID45 is built to make your IoT networking secure by default. With a secure boot, the inclusion of a 608A Crypto Chip, WPA2 security (personal and enterprise), and TLS 1.2 support for robust IIoT Cloud integrations. Take advantage of Grid Connect’s accumulated decades of expertise in crafting the safest IoT solutions.

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Discover the GRID45 Advantage

Interested if GRID45 could redefine your project's capabilities or simplify your development? Explore the engineering data sheet for a comprehensive look at features and specifications. And for insights on integration or customization possibilities, our sales experts are just a call away.

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Network Specifications

Wired Ethernet Specifications

  1. Integrated IEEE802.3/802.3u compliant Media Access Controller (MAC) with Physical Layer Transceiver (Fast Ethernet PHY)
  2. 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet
  3. 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps rates, Auto negotiation
  4. Auto-MDIX support. Auto configures connection for straight through or crossover cable

Wireless LAN Specifications

  1. 802.11 b/g/n internal Wi-Fi controller 2.4GHz-2.5GHz
  2. Data rates: 802.11b/g up to 54 Mbps; 802.11n (1x1) up to 150 Mbps
  3. Support for concurrent Client Station and SoftAP connections
  4. SoftAP Wi-Fi interface supports up to 4 Wi-Fi client connections (with DHCP)
  5. External Antenna required. Antenna is connected to a W.FL connector (compatible with MHF3 and AMMC). The W.FL connector must be insulated to protect the signal integrity from the GRID45 shield
  6. Ethernet to Wi-Fi client bridging available as an OEM option

Protocol Support

Modbus TCP

  1. Modbus Serial (RTU or ASCII) to Modbus TCP over Ethernet or Wi-Fi
  2. Modbus Serial to EtherNet/IP 
  3. Modbus Serial to BACnet IP
  4. Modbus Serial to PROFINET (Future option)
  5. MQTT (OEM option)

General Protocol Support

  1. DHCP Client, Server (Soft AP), HTTP Server/Client
  2. IPv4, IPv6, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ICMP

Security and Authentication

Security

  1. Secure Boot – OEM option
  2. Flash Encryption
  3. TLS Server/Client – TLS 1.2
  4. Optional 128, 256 bit AES encryption of data

CryptoAuthentication™

  1. ATECC608A Crytographic Co-Processor
  2. Protected storage for up to 16 keys, certificates or data

Certifications & Compliance

Radio Approvals

FCC Part 15, CE, RoHS

Emissions / Immunity

FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003, RSS-247, EG 203 367 v1.1.1,
EN 300 328 V2.2.2, EN 55032, EN 55035, EN 61000-6-2,
EN 61000-6-4, ETSI EN 301 489, EN 55035

Environmental

  1. Temperature: IEC 60068-2-1; IEC 60068-2-2; IEC 60068-2-78
  2. Vibration / Shock: IEC 60068-2-6; IEC60068-2-27

Other Technical Specifications

Management Interfaces

  1. Internal Web Server (HTTP/HTTPS)
  2. Serial Port (AT-Command)
  3. WEB API/JSON
  4. TELNET
  5. Soft/AP Option

Serial Interface

  1. Serial Port: Data Rates to 921 kbps
  2. Characters: 7 or 8 data bits
  3. Parity odd, even, none
  4. Stop bits: 1, 1.5 or 2
  5. Control lines DTR/DCD, Flow Control RTS/CTS, xOn/xOff
  6. System Pins: Reset, Power, Gnd
  7. 3 GPIO Pins (OEM Option)

Indicators (LED)

  1. 10 Base-T Connection
  2. 100 Base-T Connection
  3. Link and Activity Indicator, Full/Half Duplex

Operating Conditions

  1. Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
  2. Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C

Power

  1. Input Voltage 3.3VDC
  2. Max Current Consumption ~ 500mA

Dimensions/Package

34 x 16.3 x 13.5mm (1.34 x .64 x .53inch)

Weight

10 grams, .35 oz

Transform Your Project With GRID45

Ready to see how GRID45 can transform your project and streamline your process? Start exploring our data sheet, or for more direct answers and customization potential, reach out to our experts.

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