MGate MB3170/MB3270 Series

MOXA MGate MB3170/MB3270 Series Introduction

The Moxa MB3170 series and Moxa MB3270 series offer dependable, high-performance solutions for industrial environments where reliable communication is essential. These versatile serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways are designed to support robust industrial applications in sectors such as marine, oil and gas, and factory automation. Functioning as protocol gateways, the MB3170 series and MB3270 series facilitate Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII conversions and enable seamless connectivity between Ethernet networks and serial devices. These Moxa industrial Ethernet gateways support uninterrupted data transfer across devices and controllers to bring forth dependable operation even under tough industrial conditions. With the MGate MB3170 gateway and MGate MB3270 gateway, users benefit from industrial edge connectivity that simplifies integration across complex systems.

The Moxa MGate MB3270 series is housed in a durable IP30-rated plastic enclosure and operates in extreme temperatures from -40 to 75°C. It features dual serial ports with DB9 male connectors that support RS-232/422/485 communication. The MB3270 connects with up to 31 or 62 Modbus RTU/ASCII slave devices and communicates with up to 32 Modbus TCP servers. Two 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet ports provide stable network performance, while Auto Device Routing simplifies setup. Designed for flexible deployment, this Moxa gateway accepts power inputs from 12 to 48 VDC and offers routing options based on TCP port or IP address.

In comparison, the Moxa MGate MB3170 series delivers similar capabilities but includes a single serial port. It offers both a DB9 male connector for RS-232 and a terminal block for RS-422/485, which is suitable for a range of industrial use cases. Supporting the same number of Modbus RTU/ASCII slaves and TCP servers as the MB3270, the MB3170 also includes dual Ethernet ports for redundancy or cascading. With temperature tolerance and the inclusion of Auto Device Routing, this model ensures adaptable and reliable communication. Whether you choose the Moxa MGate MB3270 gateway series or the Moxa MGate MB3170 gateway series, both offer efficient and high-performing Modbus TCP gateway solutions for modern industrial systems.