Industrial VPN gateway for IIoT data collection & monitoring
Ewon Flexy 205
Item number FLEXY20500_00MA
The Ewon Flexy is a multipurpose IIoT data gateway that allows machine builders and users to monitor and collect vital KPIs for analysis and predictive maintenance. Gather data from PLCs, sensors and other devices thanks to the support of a wide range of industrial protocols, including OPC UA.
Gather data from PLCs, sensors and other devices thanks to the support of a wide range of industrial protocols, including OPC UA.
Enable machine remote connectivity
Enjoy VPN remote access for PLC troubleshooting. The included Talk2m cloud's global infrastructure is redundant and reliable. Setup your device in minutes for unrivalled connectivity success.
Implement efficient data monitoring
The Ewon Flexy supports all major PLC protocols for data logging & alarms. Local web-dashboard for KPIs monitoring through Talk2m’s M2web service. OPC UA server to share data with Enterprise Systems.
Leverage flexible data integration
Full flexibility to send data to any server. Multiple IoT connectors, and MQTT/HTTPS through embedded Basic or Java scripting engine. Talk2m Data Services with APIs for third party software integration.
Do more with built-in connectors and APIs
You might not have a data application today. But when the time comes, be confident in the fact that you can connect to a local or cloud data solution and make your machine smarter.
Future-proof thanks to extension cards
Discover the interchangeable extension cards of the Ewon Flexy: WiFi, 3G, 4G, USB, Ethernet WAN. These allow you to easily keep up with the evolution of communication technologies.
Extended data services
Wide range of possibilities: PLC data acquisition, alarms, OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, SNMP, HTTPs, local web-dashboards, cloud live KPIs, and programming (Basic & Java).
OPC UA ready
Ewon Flexy gateways support OPC UA, a modern protocol for industrial automation. It enables easy machine connectivity, asset modernization, and secure data collection from the factory floor.
Talk2m industrial cloud is a reliable and efficient solution for remote connectivity, based on a global and redundant server infrastructure. Thanks to the combination of Talk2m and Ewon gateways, you can remotely access your machines and monitor their performance.
IAS Inc. takes advantage of a new business model by selling troubleshooting as a service
IAS Inc., an automation engineering company, partners with Ewon to provide remote monitoring and troubleshooting services, enhancing customer support, saving costs, and maximizing up-time.
Remote gateways
InCtrl: Integration data to OPSCTRL cloud platform for Water Management and Analytics
This case study video showcases how InCtrl integrates data into the OPSCTRL cloud platform for optimized water management and analytics. Discover how real-time data collection and analysis improve water management systems' decision-making, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
Remote gateways
Kuhn: Innovative Water Solutions for Efficient Wastewater Management
This case study highlights how Kuhn integrates HMS communication solutions to enhance the efficiency and reliability of their wastewater management systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and automation in industrial environments.
Remote gateways
Innovative solution ensures alarm connectivity at Dutch water plants
The Dutch government aims to lead in electronic superhighway development, modernizing its infrastructure for 5G, fiber, and digital tech. Phasing out analog phone lines at water treatment plants posed challenges, but Moekotte BV provided a solution using the Ewon Flexy 205, ensuring minimal disruption, maintaining connectivity, and enabling the use of pager alarms.
Remote gateways
Unlocking the digital doorway by enabling virtual assistance
Fournier Industries Group, known for its work in water treatment and heavy industrial markets, has harnessed the power of the Ewon Cosy+ from HMS Networks to empower its workforce and streamline processes.
Remote gateways
Ewon Flexy helps EroNkan reduce losses and enhance productivity
EroNkan's Industrial Platform offers IoT solutions for industries like food & beverage, packaging, and pharmaceuticals. They use Ewon Flexy gateways for secure data collection and analysis, leading to reduced losses, improved machine efficiency, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Remote gateways
Egan’s commissioning and troubleshooting costs lowered by 25%
The Ewon Cosy VPN gateway simplifies remote access, streamlining the process and improving efficiency in commissioning and maintenance for the Egan IntelliBatch systems in the concrete industry.
Remote gateways
Galvanizing plants kept precisely tuned thanks to the Ewon Flexy
Hasco-Thermic uses HMS Networks' Ewon Flexy for secure remote connectivity in their hot-dip galvanizing plants worldwide. The Ewon Flexy creates a Virtual Private Network (VPN) over the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), allowing real-time plant monitoring, data analysis, and alarm management, improving energy efficiency and quality.
Remote gateways
CapitalAI breaks down the barriers between AI and industry with Ewon Flexy
Putting artificial intelligence to work for the industry is the mission of CapitalAI. With Ewon Flexy, this Australian company can develop a predictive maintenance service through the collection and analysis of data.
Cofresco, a leading manufacturer of home food storage solutions, implemented Ewon remote maintenance for efficient machine startup, standardized interfaces, and secure, user-friendly access to their automated systems.
USEMCO, a leading manufacturer of pump stations and control systems, improves its anaerobic digester facility with Ewon industrial gateways, enabling remote access, data collection, and cost-effective solutions.
Remote gateways
Efficient monitoring of wastewater pumping stations with Ewon Flexy
Aquaflot used the Ewon Flexy to collect crucial data from a wastewater treatment plant, enabling efficient design and cost savings in pump station renovation, while ensuring remote access for data monitoring.
Remote gateways
MAAC machinery saves 50 % of support cost using Ewon Cosy
MAAC, a Chicago-based company specializing in thermoforming machinery, enhances its global operations with Ewon's VPN gateways. The technology provides real-time remote access, improves customer service, reduces costs, and minimizes downtime.
Remote gateways
Peter Taboada: Cutting-Edge Water Solutions for Smart Wastewater Management
This case study explores how Peter Taboada employs advanced communication solutions to boost the efficiency and dependability of their wastewater management systems, optimizing connectivity and automation in industrial settings.
Remote gateways
Ewon Netbiter enables online monitoring of hybrid energy production
Hybrid solar power plants realize the Industrial Internet of Things using cloud-based remote management. By using the Ewon Netbiter remote solution, Dubai-based power provider Enerwhere can keep track of their hybrid energy systems 24/7.
This product consists of the following components: an industrial gateway in a plastic housing, a power connector, 2 pcs of Flexy blank extension front plates, legal references in paper version and a branded cardboard box.
Not Included (in delivery)
Any variant of extension boards and their accessories (antenna, cable)
Net Width (mm)
55 mm
Net Height (mm)
133 mm
Net Depth (mm)
122 mm
Net Weight (g)
365 g
Mounting
DIN rail mount (bracket included), Wall mount
Input Voltage (V)
12 - 24VDC +/-20%, LPS.Consumption: depending on the extension card installed (see Installation guide on our website).
Power Connector
9-pole
Operating Temperature °C Min
-25 °C
Operating Temperature °C Max
+60 °C
Storage Temperature °C Min
-30 °C
Storage Temperature °C Max
+70 °C
Relative Humidity
11 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing).
Housing Materials
Plastic
Packaging Material
Cardboard
Warranty (years)
3
Configuration
Web-Based configuration: Embedded web interface with setup wizards for configuration and maintenance (no extra software needed). Authentication with login/password and user management capability. Possibility of uploading custom web GUI.
Routing capability between LAN and WAN Ethernet interface and Ethernet to serial gateway. IP filtering, IP forwarding, NAT, Port forwarding, Proxy, Routing table, DHCP client/server, NAT 1 :1.
VPN
OpenVPN either in SSL UDP or TCP.
VPN Security
VPN sessions are end-to-end encrypted using SSL/TLS protocol. Communications between the remote user and the Ewon are fully encrypted using the SSL/TLS protocol, thereby ensuring data authenticity, integrity & confidentiality. Indeed, all users and Ewon units are authenticated using x509 SSL certificates and end-to-end traffic is encrypted using strong symmetric & asymmetric algorithms that are part of the SSL/TLS protocol cipher suite.
Data Acquisition Protocols
OPC UA, Modbus RTU, Modbus-TCP, Unitelway, DF1, PPI, MPI, PROFIBUS, FINS Hostlink, FINS TCP, EtherNet/IP, ISO TCP, Mitsubishi FX, Mitsubishi MELSEC, Hitachi EH, ASCII, BACnet/IP
Data Logging
Define up to 2500 internal tags. Internal database for data logging (real-time logging and historical logging up to 1,000,000 timestamps). Historical data can be exported to DataMailbox or transferred by FTP or email.
Data Publishing Protocols
OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, SNMP, HTTPS
CE
Yes
UL
Yes
KC
Yes
RCM
Yes
FCC
Yes
IC
Yes
Environment
Temperature - Operating & Storage tested according to: IEC 60068-2-1 Cold test, IEC 60068-2-2 Dry heat test, IEC 60068-2-14 Change of temperature, IEC 60068-2-30 Cyclic damp heat test
Vibration and Shock
Vibration & shocks tested according to: IEC 60068-2-27 Bumps, IEC 60068-2-64 Vibration (broad-band random), IEC 60068-2-6 Vibration (sinusoidal)
Waste Certification (WEEE)
Yes
WEEE Category
IT and telecommunications equipment
UKCA
Yes
Connectors / Input / Output
4 x RJ45 Ethernet port: 10/100 Mb. Configurable LAN/WAN ports, port 1 always LAN,
2x Digital input: 0 to 12/24VDC; 1.5kV isolation, 1x Digital output: open drain (MOSFET) 200mA; 1.5 kV isolation.
Included Components:This product consists of the following components: an industrial gateway in a plastic housing, a power connector, 2 pcs of Flexy blank extension front plates, legal references in paper version and a branded cardboard box.
Not included:Any variant of extension boards and their accessories (antenna, cable)
This article describes how to perform a manual reset level 1 and level 2 on a Flexy 205 and a Cosy 131. Tip: Reset level 1 is a user level reset and reset level 2 is a factory reset.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Flexy
Cosy 131
Cosy+
PRE-REQUISITES
This procedure requires to be locally with the Ewon device, it cannot be performed remotely. It´s mandatory to have Administrator rights on the eCatcher since it will have to be linked to the Talk2M account once again.
The first level reset consists in formatting only the “user files” part of the non-volatile memory, affecting the following settings:
Users
Device password (restore to adm)
Tags
IO server config
Gateway config
Ewon identification
User web sit
User scripts
This type of reset does not modify the communication parameters of the Flexy 205.
Steps to perform a level 1 reset:
Flexy must be powered OFF and back ON.
Immediately the reset button should be pressed and maintained, it´s located below the EWON logo, the BI1 led will light up.
After approximately 30 seconds the USR led will blink red, the reset button can be now released, there is only a 5 second window before getting to the reset level 2 stage.
The reset process will begin and last for about 30 seconds.
The Flexy 205 will restart automatically and will be ready when the USR led blinks green.
Reset level 2 in a Flexy
This reset will format all non-volatile memories and erase the Flexy 205 back to factory default, affecting the following settings:
LAN IP address + mask
Internet access
Language settings
COM settings
Talk2M config + key
Proxy configuration
Memory configuration
User(s)
Device password (restored to adm)
Tags
IO server config
Gateway config
Ewon Identification
User web site
User Scripts
Steps to perform a level 2 reset:
Flexy must be powered OFF and back ON.
Immediately the reset button should be pressed and maintained, it´s located below the EWON logo, the BI1 led will light up.
After approximately 35 seconds the USR led will stay red, the reset button can now be released.
The reset will begin and last for about 15 seconds, and start on diagnose mode, which can be identified by the USR led blinking red with a pattern of 200ms ON and 1,5 sec OFF. In case of a different pattern, it means there was a problem with the auto test.
A manual power cycle must be performed, the Flexy will be ready when the USR led blinks green.
Reset level 1 in a Cosy
The first level reset consists in formatting only the “user files” part of the non-volatile memory, affecting the following settings:
Device password (restored to adm) - Only for Cosy 131. On Cosy+ the device password remains.
Device identification
User web site
This type of reset does not modify the communication parameters of the Cosy 131
Steps to perform a level 1 reset:
Cosy must be powered OFF and back ON.
Immediately the reset button should be pressed and maintained, it´s located beside the BI1 led, the BI1 led will light up.
After approximately 30 seconds the USR led will blink red, the reset button can now be released, there is only a 5 second window before getting to the reset level 2 stage.
The reset process will begin and last for 30 about seconds.
The Cosy will restart automatically and will be ready when the USR led blinks green.
Reset level 2 in a Cosy
This reset will format all non-volatile memories and erase the Cosy back to factory default, affecting the following settings:
LAN IP address + mask
Internet access
Language settings
Modem / WI-FI settings
Talk2M config + key - Only for Cosy 131.
On Cosy+ the Talk2M config + key remain as they are no longer stored in the device configuration files.
Proxy configuration
LAN switch configuration
Device password (restored to adm)
IO server config
Gateway config
Device Identification
User web site
Steps to perform a level 2 reset:
Cosy must be powered OFF and back ON.
Immediately the reset button should be pressed and maintained, it´s located beside the BI1 led, the BI1 led will light up.
After approximately 35 seconds the USR led will stay red, the reset button can now be released.
The reset will begin and last for about 15 seconds, and start on diagnose mode, which can be identified by the USR led blinking red with a pattern of 200ms ON and 1,5 sec OFF. For Cosy+ the USR LED blinks red with the following pattern: 500ms ON, 500ms OFF. In case of a different pattern, it means there was a problem with the auto test.
A manual power cycle must be performed, the Cosy will be ready when the USR led blinks green.
This article explains how to connect the Schneider M262 PLC using Machine Expert Logic Builder through Ewon/Talk2M.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS (Mandatory)
Ewon : Cosy
Ewon : Flexy
IN THIS ARTICLE
To connect the Schneider M262 PLC remotely, you need to enable the PLC discovery option in the Ewon.
For this, follow the instructions in this document.
Once the remote session is finished, it is recommended to deactivate the PLC discovery option in the Ewon to prevent Talk2M data over-consuming issues.
This article describes which port(s) to open in the firewall to allow connection to Talk2M.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
QUESTION
Which port(s) should I open in my firewall to allow connection to Talk2M?
ANSWER
Talk2M services are firewall friendly as they use only outbound connections.There are no inbound connections from the Talk2M Servers.
To take advantage of the Talk2M services, your firewall should open only 2 outbound ports: UDP port 1194 and TCP port 443.
Those ports are commonly used and open for secure communications. If you wish to discover more on the addresses and ports used by our VPN servers, please refer to KB-0209-00 - Addresses and ports used by Talk2M.
Historical logging is a helpful feature available on the Ewon Flexy line, allowing the device to record previous values of tags at a set interval or when the value changes enough from what was previously recorded. But how much data is it possible to record?
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
ISSUE / QUESTION / SYMPTOM
How much data can a Flexy log before it runs out of space?
Is it possible to change this limit?
What happens when a Flexy runs out of space?
How long will it take to run out of space?
POSSIBLE CAUSES / ANSWER
How much data can a Flexy log before it runs out of space?
By default, a Flexy can log 300,000 data points. This is at its default recording size of 6MB, which can be changed to 14MB or 19MB by reducing the space available in the /usr folder. See this table for all possible storage sizes:
Recording size
Maximum logged data points
6MB (Default)
300,000
14MB
700,000
19MB
1,000,000
Is it possible to change this limit?
As mentioned in the last answer, the Flexy's recording size can be adjusted from the default of 6MB to 14MB or 19MB. This setting is available in the Ewon's web interface in Setup -> System -> Storage -> Memory Settings. The device always has 35MB of storage available split between the /usr folder and space for recording logs, so the larger the recording size, the less space available for /usr. This generally should not be a concern unless the Flexy is hosting something like a large viewON project.
Fig 1. Memory Settings page on the Ewon Flexy, available in Setup -> System -> Storage -> Memory Settings
Changing the Flexy's recording size will format the Ewon, which means all user settings, tags, programs, and contents of /usr will be erased. Communications settings like IP address and Talk2M registration will remain.
What happens when a Flexy runs out of space?
When the space available for recording historical logs is used up, the Flexy begins overwriting the oldest data first as new data continues coming in (FIFO).
The event log "File was circularized" can be seen in case the historical logging is read by a process (EBD, Datamailbox,...) and the Flexy is overwriting the oldest records at the same time. In this case, the data export is simply stopped.
How long will it take to run out of space?
The amount of time it will take before the historical logging reaches capacity and has to circularize can be determined with this equation:
(DataPointsAvailable / NumberOfTags) * LoggingInterval = Time
DataPointsAvailable is the number of data points that can be recorded for a given recording size
NumberOfTags is the number of tags with historical logging enabled
LoggingInterval is the tags' logging interval in seconds
Time is the time before circularization in seconds
For example, a Flexy with 5 tags, each logged once every 30 seconds, at the default recording size:
(300,000 / 5) * 30 = 1,800,000 seconds, or 20.83 days of logging capacity.
In the case of tags set up to log based on a deadband rather than a specific interval, LoggingInterval should be set to the tags' polling interval to account for the possibility of the tags leaving the deadband with every update.
This article describes how to downgrade an Ewon Flexy Firmware.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
QUESTION
How do I downgrade an Ewon firmware?
ANSWER
A firmware downgrade is possible but it needs to be done with extreme cautious.
To downgrade the Ewon Cosy 131 or Flexy firmware, a recovery must be performed.
For other devices (Ewon Cosy 141, CD), it depends on the firmware your Ewon is currently running and on the file responsible for the downgrade.
This article describes how to configure Flexy tag addressing for Siemens S7 PLCs.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
All Ewon Flexy models
QUESTION
How do you configure Flexy tag addressing for Siemens S7 PLCs?
ANSWER
As you fill out the Address field in the Flexy tag configuration, you may notice that it looks similar to the addressing scheme used in S7 PLCs. This can cause confusion as these are not the same. It's important to note the numbers used in the address of the PLC as it denotes the memory location of the data, but the Flexy's tag addressing contains more information regarding the data type. The full address will be slightly different depending on the memory location in the PLC but the Flexy's web interface helps you build the address step-by-step.
Consider the following example for addressing a variable in a data block:
An S7 Real data type at address %DB601.DBD0 becomes DB601F0 in the Ewon Flexy
As you can see, the numbers in the addressing are the same:
%DB601.DBD0 to DB601F0
A common mistake is with the data type. The address in S7 does not show the data type but rather the size of the memory location. In the example, DBD denotes a double word. If you mistakenly select D for Double Word, the Flexy will interpret this value as an integer value instead of a decimal number. Because this is a Real/Float data type, you have to select F for Float in the Flexy.
This article describes a method to add a custom certificate to the Ewon User directory to communicate with your server through HTTPS.
APPLICABLE PODUCTS
This article is applicable to:
Ewon Flexy 201 and 205
IN THIS ARTICLE:
In order to add a custom certificate to the Ewon, please follow the steps below:
FTP into your Ewon user directory /usr/
Create a folder called “certificates” inside the usr folder
Add your custom certificate to the certificates folder you just created
4. Go to your Ewon’s web interface
5. Navigate under Setup ->System -> Storage -> Tabular edition -> Edit SYSTEM cfg -> search for HttpCertDir -> place the path to your certificate location "/usr/certificates" -> click save -> reboot your device
This article describes how to wire the DI for the Flexy 205.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
QUESTION
How do I wire the DI for Flexy 205?
ANSWER
You can find detailed information about the connector pinout and digital inputs (DI) / digital outputs (DO) in the Installation Guide of the Flexy 205.
An Anybus Wireless Bolt LTE can be used to connect an Ewon to a cellular network.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Anybus Wireless Bolt
Ewon Cosy or Flexy
PRE-REQUISITES
Admin access to the Ewon
A paperclip to factory reset the Bolt
HMS IPconfig to change the Bolt's IP address if necessary
While the Bolt is powered on, insert a paper clip to hold the reset button for >10 seconds. This will restore the Bolt to factory default settings.
Fig 1. The reset button on an AWB2030 Ethernet RJ45 PoE Bolt
Connect the Bolt to a computer for configuration and supply power either through PoE or an independent power supply.
Navigate to 192.168.0.98 to access the Bolt's configuration webpage.
If this IP is not accessible, use the HMS IPConfig Utility to update the Bolt's IP to one that is.
Enable or Disable the Bolt’s DHCP Server and select the DHCP range, if necessary.
Navigate to ‘Cellular Settings’ and make sure the APN is correct for your cellular provider or use Automatic APN Assignment.
On the System Overview page, make sure that you have a Data Connection.
Fig 2. ‘Yes’ indicates a Data Connection and Uptime shows the length of connection.
7. Click Save and Reboot to apply these settings, then connect the Ethernet cable to the Ewon's WAN port (lit with orange) or connect both the Bolt and Ewon to the same switch.
Configuring the Ewon
Click Wizards at the top right, then select the Internet wizard on the right.
Choose Ethernet for the interface.
Use DHCP or set a static IP address in the same subnet as the Bolt’s Ethernet IP address (If using a static IP address, you must set the default gateway and DNS settings. The gateway should be the Bolt’s LAN IP address.)
Complete the wizard and verify the connection is working.
Fig 3. A successful Internet wizard test
Troubleshooting
If the Internet test fails, there are a few possible explanations:
The Bolt did not connect to the cellular network: Check the Diagnostic page on the Bolt. It will show information such as the signal strength and connection status. Try pinging a public domain address, like anybus.com. If it doesn’t work, try a public IP address, like 8.8.8.8. If you cannot ping a domain, but you can ping an IP address, it suggests a DNS issue.
Reboot the Bolt and then Reboot the Ewon: Reboot the Bolt and wait for it to connect to the cellular network. Once it’s connected, reboot the Ewon. This will ensure all settings have been applied.
The network settings on the Ewon weren't right for the network: Verify that the Ewon’s WAN address is in the same subnet as the Bolt’s Ethernet address. Note that the LAN and WAN subnets on an Ewon cannot overlap, so whether DHCP or a static IP is used, the WAN IP must not be in the same subnet as the LAN.
This documents specifies the average consumption of the Ewon Flexy as well as its extension cards under 12 VDC (@ 25 °C). This is particularly useful when you need to power the installation using solar panels.
This information is supplied without liability. The consumption data are not guaranteed and may vary following the configuration and the installation conditions.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon : Flexy
Ewon : Cosy
IN THIS ARTICLE
Cosy+
Reference
Description of test conditions
Avg consumption @ 25 °C
Cosy+ Ethernet
Cosy+ Ethernet with ongoing communication. Without USB
(12V-173mA) – 2,076 W
Cosy+ Ethernet with ongoing communication. With USB (2.5W)
(12V-405mA) - 4,860 W
Cosy+ Wifi
Cosy+ Wifi with 1 Eth port connected and Wifi client connected. Without USB
(12V-175 mA) - 2,10 W
Cosy+ Wifi with 1 Eth port connected and Wifi client connected. With USB
(12V-450 mA) - 5,40 W
Cosy+ 4G
Cosy+ 4G with Eth 1 port connected and 4G connected. Without USB
(12V-215 mA) - 2,58 W
Cosy+ 4G with Eth 1 port connected and 4G connected. With USB
(12V-495 mA) - 5,94 W
Flexy Base Units
Reference
Description of test conditions
Avg consumption @ 25 °C
Flexy x01
Flexy x01 Eth. Switch version - 4 ports connected
(12V-220mA) – 2,64W
Flexy x02
Flexy x02 Serial & Eth. Version – Eth. Connected and RS485 + pol. communicating.
(12V 155mA) – 1,86W
Flexy x03
Flexy x03 MPI & Eth. Version – Eth. Connected and MPI communicating 12Mb/s.
(12V 130mA) – 1,56W
Flexy 205
Eth Switch – 4 ports connected no Eth Switch – 4 ports connected + downloading files from device memory
(12V 202mA) – 2,42W
(12V 249mA) – 2,99W
Flexy Extension Cards
Reference
Description of test conditions
Avg consumption @ 25 °C
FLB3101
Ethernet extension – Eth. Connected.
(12V-50mA) – 0,6W
FLB3202 (3G)
GSM Network registered (HSPA)
Internet connection (HSPA)
Data transfer - download (HSPA)
Data transfer - upload (HSPA)
(12V – 35mA) – 0,42W
(12V – 105mA) – 1,26W
(12V – 135mA) – 1,62W
(12V – 235mA) – 2,82W
FLB3203/4/5 (4G)
Same as FLB3202
FLA3301
2 Serial ports – communicating.
(12V – 5mA) – > 0,1W
FLX3402
IO extension – AI and DI acquisition,
IO extension – AI and DI acquisition, 2 relays closed
(12V – 7mA) – >0,1W
(12V – 50mA) – 0,6W
FLB3271
Wifi module – idle
Wifi module – transmitting/receiving data
(12V – 15mA) – 0,18 W
(12V – 95mA) – 1,14 W
FLC3701
MPI - communicating
(12V – 19mA) – 0,22 W
This document will give you the maximum number of devices that can be polled by the Ewon Flexy per IOServer/Communication protocol
By default, a Modbus RS485 network supports 32 Slaves. But if the Modbus Slave devices have a high input impedance (like the one used in Ewon), then this limit can be extended to 254 devices . Pay attention that the network must be terminated and polarized to achieve such a performance.
Modbus TCP (Modbus IOserver)
In Modbus TCP, you can poll up to 32 devices
Ethernet IP (DF1/ABLogix IOservers)
In Ethernet IP, you can poll up to 16 devices
Siemens MPI (S3&400 IOserver)
In MPI, you can poll up to 127 devices
Siemens ISOTCP (S3&400 IOserver)
In ISOTCP, you can poll up to 32 devices
This article describes how to install eCatcher or eBuddy for Ewon Flexy.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
QUESTION
I can't manage to install eCatcher or eBuddy
ANSWER
To install eCatcher or eBuddy, the user performing the installation must have administrator rights on the computer.
Without such privilege, the installation is impossible and results in an error. In this case, you must contact your IT department.
The MEMORY IO Server is not a real IO server because values do not come from a peripheral. Memory Tags (Tags defined with the MEM IO server) are rather sorts of variables that can be modified by a user input or by a BASIC application.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
ISSUE / QUESTION / SYMPTOM
How can I recollect a tag value after a reboot?
POSSIBLE CAUSES / ANSWER
By using RET tag topic, the tag becomes retentive.
Each change of the tag is saved to flash memory and when the Ewon boots, the last value of the Tag is restored. This feature can be convenient to use Tags as parameters.
For general tags the only thing you have to do is to ensure the MEM tag is set to the RET topic, so that it retains the tag value after a reboot.
In case you are using a buit-in Counter Tag for the digital inputs you have to first setup the tag, and use scripting to set the value of the RET tag. The script must be placed in INIT section and it must be set in Autorun.
RET values are saved in the FLASH memory, this is not an immediate operation and the FLASH memory can only be written and erased a limited (even if huge 100.000) number of times. This means that you should not use a BASIC script for changing retentive values at very high rate. 1 Tag/Sec. is a maximum AVERAGE rate (occasional higher rates are not prohibited at all).
This article describes why the Talk2M activation email was not received.
APPLICABLE PRODUCTS
Ewon Flexy
ISSUE
I didn’t receive the Talk2M activation email.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The Talk2M activation email is automatically sent a few minutes after the creation of the Talk2M account. The activation link inside the email is valid for 48 hours only. Once the link expired, the account is automatically deleted.
If the activation email is not in your inbox, please check first the spam or junk folder.
If the email cannot be found in those folders as well, check with the IT department if the mail server didn’t retain this email at the source.
Ewon gateway station file - WinCC
ewon-wincc-cfg-siemens
This configuration file is the Ewon gateway station file for
Siemens Step7 if you run SIMATIC on a PC that features WinCC.
Ewon gateway station file
This configuration file is the Ewon gateway station file for
Siemens Step7 if you run SIMATIC on a PC that does not feature WinCC.
Ewon gateway station file for Step7 (Without WinCC)
FLB 3271 - EU type examination certificate
Compliance declaration of the Flexy FLB 3271 Wi-Fi extension card with the Article 3 of Directive 2014/53/EU.
List of Ewon Model Numbers
The model number identifies a unique hardware configuration. The table below shows the relationship between the model number, the product name and the part number.
A - List of Ewon Models - Link between Ewon Model Numbers and Part Numbers
FLB 3203: Cellular Modem 4G (Verizon)IG-0025-00
This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3203: Cellular Modem 4G (Verizon).
FLB 3204: Cellular Modem 4G (Europe)IG-0026-00
This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3204: Cellular Modem 4G (Europe).
FLX 3402: 8DI-4AI-2DOIG-0030-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3402: 8DI-4AI-2DO.
FLB 3205: Cellular Modem 4G (North America)IG-0027-00
This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3205: Cellular Modem 4G (North America).
IG-0027-00 - FLB 3205: Cellular Modem 4G (North America)
FLB 3601: 3 USB Ports Extension CardIG-0024-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3601: 3 USB ports.
FLB 3271: Wi-Fi ModemIG-0020-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3271: Wi-Fi Modem.
FLC 3701: MPI PortIG-0029-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLC 3701: MPI port.
FLA 3301: 2 Serial PortsIG-0016-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3301: 2 Serial ports.
FLB 3202: Cellular Modem 3G+IG-0019-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 3202: Cellular Modem 3G+.
eWON Flexy: Base Units 10x-20xIG-0014-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the eWON Flexy base units 10x & 20x, Flexy 205 excluded.
FLX 3101: Single Ethernet PortIG-0017-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLX 3101: single Ethernet port.
FLB 320A: Cellular Modem 4G (Europe)IG-0034-00This document contains detailed information on the hardware, certifications and mounting process of the Ewon Flexy extension card FLB 320A: Cellular Modem 4G (Europe).
This guide will walk you through installing and configuring your Ewon device for remote access. Use https://help.ewon.biz/devices/help to find this page quickly on your PC.
Profinet DCP AssignmentPRI-TS-002This document explains how to assign a name or IP address of a Profinet device using the embedded Profinet DCP assignment feature from the Ewon web interface.
Dedicated online help page giving all the needed information on what are the firewall requirements for establishing a VPN connection from your Ewon device or from your computer (Ecatcher)
Talk2m Connection Checker
The Talk2m Connection Checker verifies the network settings and indicates if an Ewon will succeed in connecting to Talk2m VPN servers.
Talk2m Connection Checker
The Talk2m Connection Checker verifies the network settings and indicates if an Ewon will succeed in connecting to Talk2m VPN servers.
Ecatcher v.7.0.2 is the companion tool initializes your remote access across the Talk2m VPN network and allows the connection to your Ewons and to all the devices plugged into your Ewons.
Poll data from Allen-Bradley PLC using Ethernet protocol
AUG-0079-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from an Allen-Bradley PLC based on Ethernet protocol.
AUG-0079-00 - Poll data from Allen-Bradley PLC using Ethernet protocol
OPC UA Server
AUG-0064-00
The present document describes the eWON Flexy used as an OPC UA server and explains how to publish tags using this OPC UA protocol.
Connect 2 sites together through VPN using cellular network
AUG-066-00
The present document describes how to connect 2 remote
Ewon devices securely over the Internet using a cellular connection (through a VPN connection).
AUG-0066-00 - Connect 2 sites together through VPN using cellular network
Poll data from Siemens PLC using Ethernet protocol
AUG-0048-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a Siemens PLC based on Ethernet protocol.
AUG-0048-00 - Poll data from Siemens PLC using Ethernet protocol
Connect an Ewon to Mindsphere
AUG-0082-00
This document explains how to connect an Ewon Flexy to the Siemens MindSphere® platform using the Ewon MindSphere® connector.
SIB Fix for 4G Modem
AUG-0077-00
This document explains how to update the modem firmware of your Ewon if this one embeds a 4G modem and is impacted by the 4G modem – SIB issue.
Poll data from Schneider PLC using Ethernet procotol
AUG-0078-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a Schneider® PLC using MODBUS TCP and export it to the Schneider® IOT platform: EcoStruxure Machine Advisor Communication.
AUG-0078-00 - Poll data from Schneider PLC using Ethernet procotol
Poll data from Siemens PLC using MPI protocol
AUG-0081-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a Siemens PLC based on Ethernet protocol.
AUG-0081-00 - Poll data from Siemens PLC using MPI protocol
Extend the Ewon user directory memory with the EUM card
AUG-0069-00
The present document describes how to extend the embedded filesystem (meaning the /usr directory) of the Ewon with an EUM card.
AUG-0069-00 - Extend the Ewon user directory memory with the EUM card
Configure the remote access for Mitsubishi PLC
AUG-0043-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Mitsubishi PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0043-00 - Configure the remote access for Mitsubishi PLC
Configure the remote access for Omron PLC
AUG-0036-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Omron PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0036-00 - Configure the remote access for Omron PLC
Configure the remote access for Schneider PLC
AUG-0038-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Schneider PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0038-00 - Configure the remote access for Schneider PLC
3G Modem Firmware Update (v26 to v28)
AUG-0083-00
This document explains how to update the modem firmware of your Ewon Cosy 131 or Ewon Flexy if this one embeds a 3G modem.
AUG-0083-00 - 3G Modem Firmware Update (v26 to v28)
Configure the remote access for Siemens PLC through STEP7
AUG-0037-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Allen-
AUG-0037-00 - Configure the remote access for Siemens PLC through STEP7
OPC UA Client
AUG-0074-00
The present document describes the eWON Flexy used as an OPC UA client and explains how to retrieve tags using this OPC UA protocol.
Poll data from Mitsubishi PLC using Ethernet protocol
AUG-0088-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a Mitsubishi PLC based on Ethernet protocol.
AUG-0088-00 - Poll data from Mitsubishi PLC using Ethernet protocol
Configure the remote access for Siemens PLC through TIA portal
AUG-0047-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Siemens PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0047-00 - Configure the remote access for Siemens PLC through TIA portal
eVCOM getting started
AUG-0032-00
The present document describes how to achieve long distance access to a serial device by creating, on your computer, a virtual COM port linked to an Ewon placed beside your serial device..
Polling Data from MODBUS TCP
AUG-0059-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a PLC based on MODBUS TCP.
Configure the remote access for Allen-Bradley PLC
AUG-0035-00
A how-to to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Allen-Bradley PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0035-00 - Configure the remote access for Allen-Bradley PLC
Manage device access with a Talk2M PRO account
AUG-0086-00
This document explains how to configure correctly access to remote devices based on user groups and Ewon pools in a Talk2M PRO account.
AUG-0086-00 - Manage device access with a Talk2M PRO account
Easy Commissioning via SD Card & USB Drive
AUG-0062-00
The present document describes how to (pre)configure your eWON thanks to an SD card or a USB drive.
AUG-0062-00 - Easy Commissioning via SD Card & USB Drive
Connect an Ewon gateway to Talk2M
AUG-0089-00
The present document explains how to configure your Ewon gateway so it can connect to the Ewon Cloud Services, called Talk2M
Configure the remote access for Schneider PLC M285-based model
AUG-0054-00
The present document explains in a few steps how to configure your Ewon, your Talk2M account and the PLC software to access the Schneider PLC for remote diagnosis and programming.
AUG-0054-00 - Configure the remote access for Schneider PLC M285-based model
Poll data from Allen-Bradley PLC using serial protocol
AUG-0045-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from an Allen-Bradley PLC based on DF1 or ABLOGIX serial protocols.
AUG-0045-00 - Poll data from Allen-Bradley PLC using serial protocol
PLC discovery through Talk2m
AUG-0070-00
How to configure the Ewon and the Ecatcher software to discover the PLC(s) available on a distant network that you are connected to through
the Talk2m connection.
Poll data from Modbus RTU
AUG-0080-00
The present document explains in a few steps how the Flexy can poll data registers from a PLC based on MODBUS RTU.
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