Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus (DH+) Gateways & Converters
Our Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus (DH+) Gateways & Converters seamlessly connect modern PCs, SCADA, and Ethernet/IP networks to legacy PLC-5 and SLC 5/04 systems. Our lower-cost alternatives to the Allen-Bradley 1784-U2DHP and the discontinued 1756-DHRIO are in stock and ready to ship from the USA.


Our Allen-Bradley DH+ Converters
ANC-100e: Allen-Bradley DH+ to Ethernet Converter
Direct Connectivity: Interfaces major SCADA, HMI, and PLC programming via Controllogix Ethernet/IP driver.
Legacy Support: Access to PLC-5, SLC 5/04 and other DH+ devices.
Smart Configuration: Features Web Interface, Auto Polarity, and Auto Baud Rate Detection.
Quick Setup: One easy step with your IP address setup starts node communications.
- Direct Drop-in Replacement: Replaces ControlLogix 1756-DHRIO / 1756-ENBT bridges and ProSoft AN-X2-AB-DHRIO gateways.
ANC-120e: USB to Allen-Bradley DH+ Programming Cable
High-Performance USB to DH+ Adapter: An economical, industrial-grade USB-to-Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus (DH+) converter operating at 12 Mbps USB Full Speed.
1784-U2DHP Alternative: Program and monitor DH+ PLCs from a USB port for $995, a fraction of the cost of a new 1784-U2DHP.
Broad Network Compatibility: Provides direct PC USB access to legacy DH+ networks, easily communicating with PLC-5 and SLC 5/04 stations.
Seamless Software Integration: Works with the free version of RSLinx Classic (no RSLinx Gateway license required) using the “Ethernet devices” or “Remote Devices via Linx Gateway” driver, and with all major HMI, SCADA and PLC programming packages.
Supported Automation Platforms: Works with RSLINX/LOGIX Classic & Enterprise (RSLOGIX 5/500), Wonderware DAServer & TCP/IO Server, Citect, and Kepware.
Application Notes & Guides
Step-by-step integration guides: KEPServerEX · Ignition SCADA · RSLinx Classic & FactoryTalk Linx · PanelView Plus to DH+
Legacy DH+ resources: The History of the SLC 500 · 1756-DHRIO · 1784-U2DHP USB to DH+
Panelview 7 Plus to DH+ App Note
ANC-100e / ANC-120e Panelview 7 Plus to DH+ Application Note.
IGS Server Application Note
ANC-100e / ANC-120e IGS (Industrial Gateway Server) Application Note.
RSLinx & FactoryTalk Configuration Note
ANC-100e/ANC-120e RSLinx Enterprise /Factory Talk Linx Configuration with SLC 5/04s & PLC-5s Application Note
Wonderware FSGateway (OIGateway) App Note
ANC-100e/ANC-120e Wonderware FSGateway now known as OIGateway, EthernetIP to DH+ Application Note