What is PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 - FDT object model about?
PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 is a part of the IEC 62435-51-xy series, which is a Technical Report, that provides information for integrating the PROFIBUS1 protocol into the COM-based implementation of Field Device Tool (FDT) interface specification (IEC TR 62453-41).
PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 provides you with guidelines for FDT which is a high-level statement that includes the information needed to define the user groups who will be the focus of the usability engineering process and the use environment in which the device will be utilized. PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 specifies the implementation of communication and other services based on IEC 62453-303-1.
Note: PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 neither contains the FDT specification nor modifies it.
Who is PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 - FDT object model for?
PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 on FDT object model is useful for:
- The IT industry 
- Software programmers 
- FDT developers 
- Client-server producers 
- Networking sectors 
Why should you use PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 - FDT object model?
PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 as a part of the IEC 62453 series is an interface specification for developers of FDT components for function control and data access within a client/server architecture. PD CLC/TR 62453-51-31 is a result of an analysis and design process to develop standard interfaces to facilitate the development of servers and clients by multiple vendors that need to interoperate seamlessly. With the integration of fieldbuses into control systems, there are a few other tasks that need to be performed. In addition to Fieldbus- and device-specific tools, there is a need to integrate these tools into higher-level system-wide planning or engineering tools. In particular, for use in extensive and heterogeneous control systems, typically in the area of the process industry, the unambiguous definition of engineering interfaces that are easy to use for all those involved is of great importance.
A device-specific software component, called Device Type Manager (DTM), is supplied by the field device manufacturer with its device. The DTM is integrated into engineering tools via the FDT interfaces defined in this specification. The approach to integration is in general open for all kinds of fieldbuses and thus meets the requirements for integrating different kinds of devices into heterogeneous control systems. Using these guidelines, you enable your end customers to improve their work efficiency.  
