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MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series

1 and 2-port EtherNet/IP-to-DF1 gateways

MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series

Features and Benefits

  • PCCC objects for Rockwell Automation networks supported
  • Use ProCOM to implement control via COM port mapping
  • 8 simultaneous EtherNet/IP client/server pairs with up to 16 queued requests
  • Serial redirector keeps the original serial master and slave connection while connecting devices to the Ethernet
  • EtherNet/IP and DF1 traffic monitor for easy troubleshooting
  • Redundant dual DC power inputs
  • Built-in Ethernet cascading for easy wiring
  • -40 to 75°C wide operating temperature models available

Certifications

  • DNV
  • UL Listed
  • CE
  • FCC

Introduction

MGate™ EIP3000 gateways provide Ethernet/IP-to-DF1 protocol conversion for users who need to connect Allen Bradley PLCs to an EtherNet/IP network. With a number of innovative functions, the MGate™ Series overcomes the difficulties of connecting between legacy serial devices and SCADA software. Both 1 and 2-port gateways are available for use with different-sized control networks.

Models in this series (7)

MGate EIP3170MGate EIP3170IMGate EIP3270MGate EIP3270I
No. of Serial Ports1122
Serial ConnectorRS-232: DB9 male RS-422/485: Terminal blockRS-232: DB9 male RS-422/485: Terminal blockDB9 maleDB9 male
Serial Isolation2 kV2 kV
Operating Temp.0 to 60°C0 to 60°C0 to 60°C0 to 60°C
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MGate EIP3170-TMGate EIP3170I-TMGate EIP3270-T
No. of Serial Ports112
Serial ConnectorRS-232: DB9 male RS-422/485: Terminal blockRS-232: DB9 male RS-422/485: Terminal blockDB9 male
Serial Isolation2 kV
Operating Temp.-40 to 75°C-40 to 75°C-40 to 75°C
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Specifications

Shown for MGate EIP3170. Per-model differences are listed in the selection grid above.

Ethernet Interface

10/100BaseT(X) Ports (RJ45 connector)
2 Auto MDI/MDI-X connection

Ethernet Software Features

Industrial Protocols
Ethernet/IP (PCCC)
Configuration Options
MGate Manager Telnet Console
Management
ARP DHCP Client SNMPv1 TCP/IP Telnet UDP
MIB
RFC1213, RFC1317

Serial Interface

No. of Ports
1
Connector
DB9 male for RS-232 Terminal block for RS-422/485
Serial Standards
RS-232 RS-422
Baudrate
1200 bps to 921.6 kbps
Data Bits
8
Parity
None Even Odd
Stop Bits
1, 2
Flow Control
RTS/CTS DTR/DSR (RS-232 only)

Serial Signals

RS-232
TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND
RS-422
Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND

Serial Software Features

Industrial Protocols
DF1

DF1 (Transparent)

Mode
Full duplex
Max. No. of Client Connections
8

Power Parameters

Input Voltage
12 to 48 VDC
Input Current
435 mA @ 12 VDC

Relays

Contact Current Rating
Resistive load: 1 A @ 30 VDC

Physical Characteristics

Housing
Plastic top cover, metal bottom plate
IP Rating
IP30
Dimensions (with ears)
29 x 89.2 x 124.5 mm (1.14 x 3.51 x 4.90 in)
Dimensions (without ears)
29 x 89.2 x 118.5 mm (1.14 x 3.51 x 4.67 in)
Weight
360 g (0.79 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 55032/35
EMI
CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A
EMS
IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 6 kV; Air: 8 kV IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 10 V/m IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 4 kV; Signal: 2 kV IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 4 kV IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 10 V IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF IEC 61000-4-11
Safety
IEC 60950-1 UL 60950-1 EN 62368-1 UL 508
Hazardous Locations
ATEX Class I Division 2 IECEx If you need an IECEx certificate for this product, please contact a Moxa sales representative.
Freefall
IEC 60068-2-32
Shock
IEC 60068-2-27
Vibration
IEC 60068-2-6 IEC 60068-2-64
Maritime
DNV

MTBF

Time
1,344,456 hrs
Standards
Telcordia SR332

Warranty

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

Resources

NameTypeVersionDate
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
MXconfig Plugin1.8 MBSoftware Packagev1.8Oct 02, 2025 Oct 02, 2025 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool (Windows)2.0 MBUtilityv1.5Jul 30, 2025 Jul 30, 2025 Release notes
MGate Manager Utility5.4 MBUtilityv1.19Dec 12, 2023 Dec 12, 2023 Release notes
MGate Manager Utility5.4 MBUtilityv1.18Sep 25, 2023 Sep 25, 2023 Release notes
Device Search Utility2.2 MBUtilityv2.7Jun 28, 2023 Jun 28, 2023 Release notes
Device Search Utility1.1 MBUtilityv2.4Mar 31, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Release notes
Firmware for MGate EIP3170508.3 KBFirmwarev2.0Mar 09, 2021 Mar 09, 2021 Release notes
Firmware for MGate EIP3270509.2 KBFirmwarev2.0Jul 09, 2018 Jul 09, 2018 Release notes
EtherNet/IP Adapter EDS file for MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series2.6 KBSoftware Packagev1.4Sep 05, 2017 Sep 05, 2017 Release notes
Moxa CLI Configuration Tool User Manual850.9 KBManualv2.5Feb 12, 2026
Device Search Utility v3.x User Manual2.8 MBManualv1.1Nov 17, 2025
FOSS Statement for MGate Manager214.8 KBDeclarationv1.0Mar 21, 2025
FOSS Statement for Moxa CLI Configuration Tool114.6 KBDeclarationv1.0Dec 10, 2024
FOSS Statement for MGate MB3000 Series and MGate EIP3000 Series176.4 KBDeclarationv2.0Oct 28, 2024
FOSS Statement for Device Search Utility161.8 KBDeclarationv1.0Jun 24, 2024
Datasheet for MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series1.7 MBDatasheetv1.2Apr 23, 2024
Declaration of Conformity for MGate MB3170/MB3270/EIP3170/EIP3270/NPort IA5000 Series313.9 KBDeclarationv1.0Apr 03, 2024
Declaration of Conformity for MGate MB3170I/EIP3170I/MB3270I/EIP3270I/NPort IA5000I Series308.9 KBDeclarationv1.0Apr 03, 2024
Manual for MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series6.3 MBManualv3.2Sep 19, 2023
QIG for MGate EIP3170/EIP3270 Series785.6 KBQIGv5.1Apr 23, 2021
Tech Note: Replacing the AB 1761-NET-ENI With the MGate EIP3000 to Perform an EIP-to-DF1 Conversion1.2 MBTech Notev1.0Oct 22, 2017
Tech Note: How to Configure the CompactLogix L32E to Communicate With the MGate EIP32701.3 MBTech Notev1.0Apr 06, 2015
2D CAD for MGate EIP 3170243.3 KB2D CADFeb 29, 2012
2D CAD for MGate EIP 3270250.6 KB2D CADFeb 29, 2012
Tech Note: MGate EIP 3000 Series to Connect RSLinx With the Allen-Bradley SLC 500/Micrologix Family2.2 MBTech Notev1.0Feb 28, 2012

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