Ethernet Buscoupler is available as analog or digital.
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MachinePoint(TM) remote I/O Ethernet module utilizes Modbus TCP/IP for data transmission at 10Mbit/100Mbit between control and machine components. It offers flexible connection via CAT5 twisted pair cable, RJ45 socket for 10/100 base T4 connections, and on-board diagnostics. Up to 6 latch-on expansion I/O modules can be connected to base buscoupler, providing 64 input/output bytes (max). Module automatically records latest 20 I/O changes of all outputs.
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New Buscoupler for Ethernet I/O Part of a Single-Source, PC-Based Machine Control Solution
MILFORD, OH (July, 2002) - Parker CTC simplifies integration and Ethernet connectivity for migrating to PC-based machine control by adding a new Ethernet buscoupler to its MachinePoint(TM) line of remote I/O. The Ethernet module utilizes popular Modbus TCP/IP for data transmission at 10Mbit/100Mbit between control and machine components. The new MachinePoint buscoupler complements Ethernet capabilities of CTC's machine control architecture. OEMs can create a bundled control solution from a single source with CTC's MachineLogic(TM) Runtime control, Interact HMI software, PowerStation workstations, and MachinePoint remote I/O. A standard Ethernet driver, available on MachineLogic Runtime, enables direct exchange with Modbus without the need and cost for a communications card, lowering installed cost per point of I/O for OEMs. CTC fits all PowerStations standard with an Ethernet port and offers MachineLogic PC-based control software with drivers for Modbus TCP/IP and other fieldbus protocols.
The Ethernet buscoupler offers flexible connection via a CAT5 twisted pair cable, avoiding extra cost for special cabling. An RJ45 socket is provided for fast 10/100 base T4 connections.
Providing extra value, on-board diagnostics via standard keypad allow functions such as force, trigger and lock to performed locally without tapping into PC or PLC host. Diagnostics may also be displayed on the web through HTML format and the IP address can be conveniently set utilizing Boot-P and the keypad.
CTC also offers MachinePoint configured for Profibus and DeviceNet bus systems. With latch-on expansion I/O modules, the flexible configuration brings ease and space savings to open systems applications. Up to six expansion I/O modules can be connected to a base buscoupler, providing a maximum of 64 input/64 output bytes. Both digital and analog I/O modules are available. MachinePoint indicates channel status by LEDs and automatically records the latest 20 I/O changes of all outputs.
MachinePoint hardware can be DIN rail or direct panel mounted. No additional terminal blocks are necessary. Unique clamping levers speed and simplify wiring with both stranded and solid wire connections. The design allows direct wiring of 2, 3 and 4-wire devices to eliminate wire preparation with ferrules and avoid possible poor crimp connections. Test points are provided at each I/O terminal. Proprietary design allows PCB cards to be removed and replaced in an I/O module without disconnecting the I/O wiring. The hinged unit swings open to allow slide out/in of electronics.
The MachinePoint modular I/O complements CTC's modular approach to machine control. Mix and match components can be configured to varied machine requirements. This gives OEMs the efficiencies and simplicity of a single source for software/hardware solutions to machine control needs. On the control side, the modular architecture offers two versions of MachineLogic, the original Soft Runtime and new Slot Card Runtime. The innovative Slot Card Runtime features its own processor with Ethernet port and enables simultaneous communication between Ethernet I/O and fieldbus I/O (DeviceNet or Profibus) to expand connectivity options. Either MachineLogic Runtime control can be mated with multiple configurations of Interact HMI software using CTC's MachineShop(TM) application development software - all sharing a single "one world" development environment. On the hardware side, CTC offers PowerStations PC-based workstations covering everything from 6" push-button panel replacement to 15" flat panel displays, completing the HMIVPC-based control system.
Since 1980, CTC has been designing, manufacturing, and marketing both hardware and software to provide factory -floor, machine-operator-interface solutions for automation projects worldwide. In 1998, CTC became a unit of the Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE:PH), Cleveland, Ohio. With annual sales exceeding $6 billion, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.
For more information on MachinePoint I/O, PC-based control and other machine control and factory floor automation solutions, contact: CTC Parker Automation, 50 TechneCenter Dr., Milford OH 45150. Phone: 513-831-2340. Fax: 513-831-5042. Internet: www.ctcusa.com
