Connectivity & Networks
Gateway
A device that connects systems using different networks, protocols or signal types.
IN ONE SENTENCE
It translates or transfers information so equipment that does not naturally communicate can work together.
In normal English
Gateways can bridge Modbus to PROFINET, wireless sensors to analogue outputs, serial devices to Ethernet and many other combinations.
Why would I use it?
Use it when the two ends of a system speak different languages.
THINK OF IT LIKE…
An industrial translator standing between two conversations.
Related terms
protocol converter, edge gateway, Modbus
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