Advantech introduces complete machine automation solution
August 2007
Motion Control & Drives
Advantech has released a comprehensive range of components for machine automation applications. The collection comprises a master module, motion slave modules, DAQ slave modules, and an embedded software package. The software runs under Windows CE and includes PLCopen motion control function blocks.
This ready-to-use platform features a unified form-factor with a rugged casing, customisable function blocks, vertical DIN-rail mounted design, front-access I/O, and detachable terminal blocks.
The master modules are designed for embedded automation applications. Advantech's AMAX-2050KW Pentium III grade platform has an onboard AMONet controller. The AMONet master port can control up to 2048 I/O points and 64 axes. It also offers one LAN, dual USB interfaces, two RS232 and one RS422/485 communication port with automatic flow control.
The AMAX-2050KW master module from Advantech
The AMAX-2210 series of motion slave modules is used to increase the number of axes for an AMONet RS485 distributed motion control network. AMONet RS485 has driver-specific motion slave modules to support a range of common motor vendors. AMONet RS485 also supports a general-purpose motion slave module for general motor drivers, including step motor drivers.
The AMAX-27XX series of isolated digital slave modules expands the system's digital I/O capacity. These slave modules can be used for connection of actuators and sensors. The high speed of AMONet RS485 makes it possible to scan 2048 I/O channels in 1,04 ms.
Industrial applications require stable operating systems to realtime operation and the elimination of system crashes and unpredictable system resets. KW Multiprog supports all IEC-61131-3 programmable languages. PLCopen is the only global standard for industrial control programming, providing custom function blocks and allowing users to develop with proprietary complex controls.
For more information contact Peet Smit, Centurion Micro Electronics, +27 (0)12 666 9066, [email protected], www.cme.co.za
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