Allen-Bradley 56AMXN Automax Communication Module

Allen-Bradley 56AMXN AutoMax Communication Module is a ControlLogix‑compatible bridge that links a ControlLogix rack to AutoMax DCSNet and AutoMax Remote I/O networks, enabling two‑way data exchange between AutoMax processors and a ControlLogix controller. Installed in a ControlLogix chassis, the 56AMXN‑B variant provides a dedicated AutoMax DCSNet/Remote I/O communication interface that carries AutoMax messages onto the ControlLogix backplane. Configuration relies on network‑type and drop‑address switches to select the AutoMax network type and set the node address, per Rockwell’s Installation Instructions and User’s Guide. The module supports AutoMax DCSNet messaging and AutoMax Remote I/O communication, and documentation describes its role in enabling communication between AutoMax processors and a ControlLogix system via RSLinx and related software. Typical applications include integrating AutoMax‑based process control or remote I/O setups with a ControlLogix controller, allowing centralized monitoring and control across AutoMax and ControlLogix components.