Allen-Bradley's Modular DeviceNet Starter Auxiliary (MDSA) is available from Rockwell Automation. This modular communication system can be directly mounted onto cable flange panels and has been specially developed for efficiently incorporating motor starters into distributed structures.
The device complements the existing range of DeviceNet Starter Auxiliaries (DSA). In and output devices, like sensors and magnetic coils, can be directly connected at this point. This type of system extension, however, requires no increase in the number of DeviceNet nodes. This simplifies network planning considerably, making data transfer more efficient.
Rockwell Automation says that the MDSA is the only additional starting device that can be directly mounted onto the cable flange plate. As part of the distributed Allen-Bradley starter system it simplifies the connection of sensors and magnetic coils to the field bus. Direct fixing onto the flange or onto the casing wall and the M12 standard plugs on the casing (which substitute terminal blocks on the DIN rails) results in a considerable reduction in the wiring effort required for sensors and actuators.
The MDSA's electrical features, for instance, 5 A relay outputs or 2 A transistor outputs and software filters to eliminate fault signals during contact bouncing, enhance the field of application. Due to its increased temperature, shock and impact resistance, the device is well suited to harsh industrial operating conditions.
The MDSA system consists of a range of modules that can be combined depending on the actual configuration required. A configuration can consist of up to 16 modules, which can be addressed via one single DeviceNet node. The starter module with 2 inputs and 1 output is equipped for controlling one motor. Further modules for connecting sensors, actuators, frequency converters, inputs or outputs complete the available range.
Fewer terminals, faster assembly
More and more, distributed starters substitute conventional motor control centres with their complex, hardwired controls and cables to the motors. The distributed starter concept allows looping power cables from one motor to the next. The control inputs and outputs as well as communication are routed through one single DeviceNet cable with standardised M12 micro connectors. The MDSA is suitable for installation in casings protected to IP66. It reduces the number of terminals required and, thus, cuts down on installation time and reduces the probability of wiring errors. It also simplifies project-planning and subsequent changes, reduces space requirement, improves system monitoring and diagnosis and permits a comprehensive system test in the factory, which reduces the commissioning time on site.
Robotic case packer achieves 99% uptime Rockwell Automation
Motion Control & Drives
DCC Automation designed a new robotic case packer for a nutrition supplement manufacturer using delta robots and a unified Rockwell Automation control platform, cutting changeover time from 45 minutes to 5 minutes, and achieving 99 to 99,5% uptime against the previous 10% per-shift downtime.
Read more...How sustainability unlocks real business impact Rockwell Automation
IT in Manufacturing
Sustainability has moved from a compliance obligation to a strategic driver of resilience and value for manufacturers. Rockwell Automation explains how its Triple A framework and connected-data approach help producers cut energy, water and waste while improving productivity.
Read more...How BIC overcame operational silos to integrate technology and people Rockwell Automation
IT in Manufacturing
Manufacturing giant BIC deployed Plex MES from Rockwell Automation at its Bizerte plant in Tunisia, replacing fragmented, partly in-house software with a single cloud-based execution system that broke operational silos and improved shop-floor visibility.
Read more...Patented algorithm maximises operator efficiency Rockwell Automation
IT in Manufacturing
Rockwell Automation piloted a patented anomaly detection algorithm and FactoryTalk DataMosaix at its Twinsburg electronics plant, giving operators 30 to 60 days’ advance warning of stencil failure, improving fail rates by 22% and achieving a 200% return on investment.
Read more...Improving material handling with autonomous mobile robots Rockwell Automation
Motion Control & Drives
Autonomous mobile robots offer flexible, AI-driven material handling that adapts to shifting demand, fills labour gaps, and generates the operational data needed to optimise end-to-end facility performance.
Read more...Isolated Modbus gateways with built-in Wi-Fi for industrial IoT applications Vepac Electronics
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Vepac Electronics offers the Sielco Sistemi SS10680 series of isolated Modbus gateways with built-in Wi-Fi, providing three configurations for industrial data acquisition: cloud publishing via MQTT, local USB and FTP logging, and straightforward Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU conversion.
Read more...XPlanar aids innovation in laser processing Beckhoff Automation
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Aalborg University is among the first in the world to test Beckhoff’s XPlanar intelligent transport system in advanced laser processes, opening the door to faster, tool-free production of metal parts.
Read more...Belden expands edge computing portfolio with ProLinx Edge Gateway
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Belden has released the ProSoft Technology ELX3 ProLinx Edge Gateway, combining operational technology protocol conversion with Docker-based edge application hosting on a single ruggedised hardware platform for deployment in harsh industrial environments.
Read more...Anybus Communicators are CRA-ready Industrial Data Xchange (IDX)
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
HMS Networks has upgraded its Anybus Communicator range to meet new EU cybersecurity rules, giving industrial manufacturers and integrators an easier path to compliance.
Read more...Remote I/O modules provide flexible options for distributed applications
Fieldbus & Industrial Networking
Dinkle International is now stocking the iO-GRID NEMO industrial-grade remote input/output modules, offering support for five leading industrial Ethernet protocols and a range of discrete channel configurations for distributed automation applications.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.
printer friendly version