What does Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter do?

Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter helps J1708/J1587 diagnostic tools communicate with J2497 PLC trailer brake systems.

What trailer brake systems does it support?

It is designed for WABCO PLC trailer brake communication.

Can it connect directly to a trailer?

Yes. It can connect between the tractor and trailer or directly to the trailer without the tractor.

What can technicians test with it?

Technicians can detect trailer ECU ABS warning lamp messages, test the in-cab trailer ABS warning lamp, and test supported SAE J1708 and J1587 messages

Does it work with any diagnostic tool?

It works with many heavy-duty vehicle communication interfaces and scan tools, but the full setup should be confirmed before ordering.”

Categories: Commercial Vehicle

PLC ADATPER

SKU: NQ604120

$390.00

Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter supports trailer ABS diagnostics by helping J1708/J1587 diagnostic tools communicate with J2497 Power Line Carrier trailer brake systems.

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Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter is a trailer communication adapter for technicians working with PLC trailer brake systems. It helps J1708/J1587 diagnostic tools access J2497 Power Line Carrier data by reading information from the trailer power line and converting it into J1708 communication. This gives service teams a practical way to diagnose trailer ABS communication, warning lamp messages, and related brake system issues without losing time to connection limitations.

What's Included

Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter.

Key Features

Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter includes features designed for PLC trailer ABS diagnostics.

Interfaces with WABCO PLC trailer brakes
Expands J1708/J1587 diagnostic tool capability for J2497 PLC communication
Converts data from the trailer power line into J1708 communication
Works with generic ABS diagnostic software applications
Supports improved communication performance for trailer ABS service
Can connect between the tractor and trailer or directly to the trailer without the tractor
Works with many heavy-duty vehicle communication interfaces and scan tools

Technical Specifications

Communication support: J2497 Power Line Carrier
Diagnostic tool support: J1708/J1587
Data conversion: PLC power line data to J1708
Supported message testing: SAE J1708 MID 10 and MID 11
Supported ABS message testing: SAE J1587 MIDs 136 through 139

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty applies

Downloadables

Coverage & Use Cases

Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter is built for trailer ABS diagnostic workflows where PLC communication is required.

Who Uses Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter?

Heavy-duty truck and trailer repair shops diagnosing trailer ABS issues.
Fleet maintenance teams checking trailer brake communication.
Technicians testing trailer ECU ABS warning lamp messages.
Service teams testing the in-cab trailer ABS warning lamp.
Shops that need to connect through the tractor-trailer path or directly to the trailer.

Hardware Specifications

FAQS

What does Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter do?
Nexiq Universal J560 PLC Adapter helps J1708/J1587 diagnostic tools communicate with J2497 PLC trailer brake systems.
What trailer brake systems does it support?
It is designed for WABCO PLC trailer brake communication.
Can it connect directly to a trailer?
Yes. It can connect between the tractor and trailer or directly to the trailer without the tractor.
What can technicians test with it?
Technicians can detect trailer ECU ABS warning lamp messages, test the in-cab trailer ABS warning lamp, and test supported SAE J1708 and J1587 messages
Does it work with any diagnostic tool?
It works with many heavy-duty vehicle communication interfaces and scan tools, but the full setup should be confirmed before ordering.”