BS EN 61158-5-7:2008

# BS EN 61158-5-7:2008: Industrial Communication Networks## OverviewBS EN 61158-5-7:2008 is a British Standard that specifies the application layer service and protocol for industrial automation. This standard is part of the IEC 61158 series, which defines the fieldbus communication system for industrial automation.The standard is identical to EN 60947-5-5:1997/A1:2005, EN 61158-5-7:2008, and IEC 61158-5-7:2007, ensuring consistent industrial communication protocols across Europe and internationally.## Key Features and Benefits### Compliance with Industrial Automation Standards- Aligns with IEC 61158 series for consistent fieldbus communication in industrial automation- Identical to EN 60947-5-5:1997/A1:2005 and IEC 61158-5-7:2007 for international harmonization### Robust Application Layer Protocol- Specifies the application layer service and protocol for industrial automation- Enables reliable data exchange between industrial devices and control systems### Improved Productivity and Efficiency- Standardized communication protocols streamline industrial automation processes- Ensures interoperability between different industrial equipment and systems### Enhanced Safety and Reliability- Supports safety-critical applications in industrial environments- Contributes to the overall safety and reliability of industrial automation systems## Technical Specifications- **Title:** BS EN 61158-5-7:2008- **ISBN:** 978 0 580 61592 4- **Price:** £330.00- **Specifications:** - **Category:** MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING - **ICS Code:** 25 - **Identical to:** EN 60947-5-5:1997/A1:2005, EN 61158-5-7:2008, IEC 61158-5-7:2007 - **Publication Date:** 2008-06-30 - **Number of Pages:** 240 - **Format:** pdf, hardcopy## ConclusionBS EN 61158-5-7:2008 is a crucial standard for industrial automation professionals, ensuring compliance with international fieldbus communication protocols. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers and system integrators can improve the productivity, efficiency, and safety of their industrial automation processes, while also ensuring interoperability between different equipment and systems.