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MGate 5216 Series

2-port serial/Modbus-to-EtherCAT gateways

MGate 5216 Series

Features and Benefits

  • Protocol conversion from proprietary serial or Modbus to EtherCAT
  • Supports EtherCAT slave
  • Supports Modbus RTU/ASCII Client (Master)
  • Maximum data input and output of 512 bytes
  • Serial port with 2 kV isolation protection
  • Supports MicroPython programming for proprietary serial
  • Built-in Ethernet cascading for easy wiring
  • Supports redundant dual DC power inputs and 1 relay output

Certifications

  • UL Listed
  • CE

Introduction

MGate 5216 Series EtherCAT industrial Ethernet gateways convert data between Modbus RTU/ASCII, proprietary serial and EtherCAT protocols. All models are protected by a rugged metal housing, are DIN-rail mountable, and offer built-in serial isolation. Modbus is one of the most widely used industrial communication protocols, and EtherCAT is commonly used in factory automation and semiconductor fields. MGate 5216 supports both Modbus RTU/ASCII client and MicroPython enabling programming in proprietary serial protocol, so that you can easily connect your Modbus devices or serial devices to EtherCAT host. The MGate 5216 EtherCAT gateways are designed for easy configuration and quick maintenance. An intuitive web console can be used to implement remote maintenance tasks. A comprehensive collection of troubleshooting tools reduces configuration time and system downtime and the rugged design is suitable for industrial applications.

Models in this series (4)

MGate 5216MGate 5216-T
Operating Temp.0 to 60°C-40 to 75°C
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Specifications

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Ethernet Interface

10/100BaseT(X) Ports (RJ45 connector)
2 Auto MDI/MDI-X connection
Magnetic Isolation Protection
1.5 kV (built-in)

Ethernet Software Features

Industrial Protocols
EtherCAT Slave
Configuration Options
Web Console (HTTP/HTTPS) Device Search Utility (DSU)
Management
ARP DHCP Client DNS HTTP HTTPS SMTP SNMP Trap SNMPv1/v2c/v3 TCP/IP Telnet UDP
MIB
MIB-II
Time Management
NTP Client

Serial Interface

No. of Ports
2
Connector
DB9 male
Console Port
RS-232 (TxD, RxD, GND), 10-pin RJ45 (115200, n, 8, 1)
Serial Standards
RS-232/422/485
Baudrate
50 bps to 921.6 kbps
Data Bits
7, 8
Parity
None Even Odd Space Mark
Stop Bits
1, 2
Flow Control
RTS Toggle (RS-232 only) RTS/CTS
RS-485 Data Direction Control
Automatic Data Direction Control (ADDC)
Pull High/Low Resistor for RS-485
1 kilo-ohm, 150 kilo-ohms
Terminator for RS-485
120 ohms
Isolation
2 kV (built-in)

Serial Signals

RS-232
TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND
RS-422
Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND
RS-485-2w
Data+, Data-, GND
RS-485-4w
Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND

Serial Software Features

Configuration Options
Serial Console
Industrial Protocols
Modbus RTU/ASCII Client (Master)

Modbus RTU/ASCII

Mode
Client (Master)
Functions Supported
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 23
Max. No. of Commands
128 per serial port
Total Input Data Size
512 bytes
Total Output Data Size
512 bytes

MicroPython

Version
1.20.0
Functions Supported
Input Output Input/Output
Max. No. of Commands
64 per serial port
Total Input Data Size
512 bytes
Total Output Data Size
512 bytes

EtherCAT

Mode
Slave
Baudrate
Full duplex 100 Mbps
FMMU
3
Sync Manager
4
Total Input Data Size
512 bytes
Total Output Data Size
512 bytes

Memory

microSD Slot
Up to 32 GB (SD 2.0 compatible)

Power Parameters

Input Voltage
12 to 48 VDC
Input Current
416 mA (max)
Power Connector
Spring-type Euroblock terminal

Relays

Contact Current Rating
Resistive load: 2 A @ 30 VDC

Physical Characteristics

Housing
Metal
IP Rating
IP30
Dimensions (without ears)
45.8 x 105 x 134 mm (1.8 x 4.13 x 5.28 in)
Weight
589 g (1.30 lb)

Environmental Limits

Operating Temperature
0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature (package included)
-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity
5 to 95% (non-condensing)

Standards and Certifications

EMC
EN 61000-6-2/-6-4
EMI
CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A
EMS
IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 10 V/m IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 4 kV; Signal: 4 kV IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV, Signal: 2 kV IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 150 kHz to 80 MHz: 10 V/m; Signal: 10 V/m IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF
Safety
EN 60950-1 UL 61010-2-201
Freefall
IEC 60068-2-32
Shock
IEC 60068-2-27
Vibration
IEC 60068-2-6 IEC 60068-2-64

MTBF

Time
2,305,846 hrs
Standards
Telcordia Standard SR-332

Warranty

Warranty Period
5 years
Details
See www.moxa.com/warranty

Resources

NameTypeVersionDate
Software Package for MXview One Series (Linux version)552.6 MBSoftware Packagev1.7.2May 08, 2026 May 08, 2026 Release notes
Software Package for MXview One Series (Windows version)249.1 MBSoftware Packagev1.7.2May 08, 2026 May 08, 2026 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool (Linux)11.3 MBUtilityv1.6Feb 02, 2026 Feb 02, 2026 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool (Windows)2.1 MBUtilityv1.6Feb 02, 2026 Feb 02, 2026 Release notes
Device Search Utility (installer)236.2 MBUtilityv3.1Nov 17, 2025 Nov 17, 2025 Release notes
Device Search Utility (portable)128.6 MBUtilityv3.1Nov 17, 2025 Nov 17, 2025 Release notes
MXview One plugin (Windows)22.6 MBSoftware Packagev1.8Oct 01, 2025 Oct 01, 2025 Release notes
MXview One plugin (Linux)21.7 MBSoftware Packagev1.8Oct 01, 2025 Oct 01, 2025 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool (Windows)2.0 MBUtilityv1.5Jul 30, 2025 Jul 30, 2025 Release notes
MXconfig Plugin3.6 MBSoftware Packagev1.7Nov 11, 2024 Nov 11, 2024 Release notes
MXconfig plugin (non-Java version)1.8 MBSoftware Packagev1.6Nov 11, 2024 Nov 11, 2024 Release notes
Software Package for MGate 5216 Series (ESI file)5.7 KBSoftware Packagev1.0Oct 04, 2024 Oct 04, 2024 Release notes
MXview Plugin41.7 MBSoftware Packagev1.6Oct 04, 2024 Oct 04, 2024 Release notes
Software Package for MGate 5216 Series (MIB file)15.1 KBSoftware Packagev1.0Sep 27, 2024 Sep 27, 2024 Release notes
Firmware for MGate 5216 Series8.6 MBFirmwarev1.0Sep 27, 2024 Sep 27, 2024 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool plugin for MGate (Linux)1.7 MBSoftware Packagev1.3Jan 30, 2024 Jan 30, 2024 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool plugin for MGate (Windows)480.4 KBSoftware Packagev1.3Jan 30, 2024 Jan 30, 2024 Release notes
Device Search Utility2.2 MBUtilityv2.7Jun 28, 2023 Jun 28, 2023 Release notes
Tech Note: The Security Hardening Guide for MGate 5000 Series1.4 MBTech Notev2.5Mar 23, 2026
FOSS Statement for MGate 5000 Series476.7 KBDeclarationv1.2Mar 23, 2026
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool User Manual850.9 KBManualv2.5Feb 12, 2026
Device Search Utility v3.x User Manual2.8 MBManualv1.1Nov 17, 2025
Datasheet for MGate 5216 Series1.2 MBDatasheetv1.2Jun 02, 2025
QIG for MGate 5216 Series3.8 MBQIGv1.1Feb 28, 2025
FOSS Statement for Moxa CLI Configuration Tool114.6 KBDeclarationv1.0Dec 10, 2024
Tech Note: How to program MicroPython file for proprietary serial device with MGate 5216474.5 KBTech Notev1.0Nov 25, 2024
Manual for MGate 5216 Series2.8 MBManualv1.0Sep 27, 2024
FOSS Statement for Device Search Utility161.8 KBDeclarationv1.0Jun 24, 2024
Declaration of Conformity for MGate 5216 Series298.9 KBDeclarationv1.0May 03, 2024

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