{"product_id":"woodward-5466-348-netcon-sio-industrial-automation-module","title":"Woodward 5466-348 Netcon SIO Industrial Automation Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview: Woodward 5466-348 Netcon SIO Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen communication faults in digital actuator drivers lead to costly downtime, the \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e Netcon SIO Module provides a robust solution. This industrial automation module is equipped with three RS-485 ports, each supporting one driver per port with a 5 ms update rate for critical parameters. Designed for EM or GS\/LQ Digital Actuator Drivers, the 5466-348 ensures reliable, real-time control and monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following table lists the key specifications of the Woodward 5466-348:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5466-348\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWoodward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetcon SIO Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRate Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne driver per port, 5 milliseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-485 UART\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e417 kbaud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStop Bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e uses RS-485 UART communication at 417 kbaud with 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. The rate group of one driver per port with 5 ms update allows fast response for critical parameters, enhancing system performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for applications requiring precise digital actuator control. For example, in turbine control systems, the module can send position demand and configuration data to EM series actuators while monitoring status outputs. In another scenario, it can configure the driver and monitor outputs without sending position demand, relying on a 4-20 mA or CAN bus input for the command. This flexibility reduces the need for additional hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen installing the \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e Netcon SIO Module, ensure that the address switches on each driver match the driver number in the GAP application program. Connect the RS-485 ports to the corresponding digital actuator drivers using proper twisted-pair cabling. Each port can operate at a different rate group if needed. Verify that communication cables are terminated correctly to avoid signal reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e communicates via RS-485 UART and is compatible with EM and GS\/LQ Digital Actuator Drivers. It can also work with systems using CAN bus interface or RS-232 for configuration and monitoring. The module supports remote parameter configuration and fault detection, making it easy to integrate into existing industrial automation networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSelection Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing the \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5466-348\u003c\/strong\u003e, verify that your drivers are compatible with RS-485 communication and that the GAP application program supports the module. For a reliable supply of this module and other industrial automation parts, trust \u003cstrong\u003ePLC Source PRO\u003c\/strong\u003e (available at ubest101.myshopify.com). 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