GSD files have a standard file format, which is described in the PROFIBUS guidelines. PNO has developed a GSD Editor to assist the manufacturer when setting up GSD files for PROFIBUS DP slave devices. The editor includes a syntax and semantics check according to the GSD specifications. Members of PI can download the GSD Editor free of charge from the PROFIBUS Web site at www.profibus.com.

Members of PI additionally can publish their GSD files free of charge with their product description at Products at www.profibus.com, if the GSD files conform to the PROFIBUS specifications.

GSD Examples

This page contains examples of PROFIBUS GSD files according to the PROFIBUS Guideline 'PROFIBUS Device Description and Device Integration, Volume 1: GSD Specification'.

GSD Library

This section contains manufacturer independent GSD files according to the PROFIBUS Profile for Process Control Devices, Version 3.0.