IP 67 PROTECTION The X67 I/O system offers complete freedom to use various topologies and performs as fast as a centralized solution. Because of the IP67 protection, the X67 modules can be installed anywhere on the machine and guarantee high performance and ruggedness even in the harshest conditions. The system can span over 25 km (up to 100 m between modules. It can connect to all standard fieldbus systems. B&R Industrial Automation770/772-0400www.br-automation.com
EMBEDDED DIO MODULE
The 1799-ER dual-port EtherNet/IP DIO board is an IO solution for material handling, automated point-of-sale, materials dispensing, and conveyor and sorting applications. It features dual EtherNet/IP ports and redundant wiring and a built-in managed switch to help improve management of I/O traffic. Its universal inputs and user-selectable outputs maximize I/O channel utilization.Rockwell Automationwww.ab.com/io/onmachine/1799.html
OPEN POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCKS
The Edison HPB series open-style power distribution blocks manage power distribution needs. The tin-plated aluminum connectors are suitable for copper conductors, and the distribution blocks have a SCCR rating of 200kA, with proper fusing. They are suitable for factory and field wiring. Available in single-pole and three-pole models. The series is UL-listed and meets UL1953 standards. Automation Direct800/633-0405www.automationdirect.com
The Edison HPB series open-style power distribution blocks manage power distribution needs. The tin-plated aluminum connectors are suitable for copper conductors, and the distribution blocks have a SCCR rating of 200kA, with proper fusing. They are suitable for factory and field wiring. Available in single-pole and three-pole models. The series is UL-listed and meets UL1953 standards. Automation Direct800/633-0405www.automationdirect.com
R2 FieldConnex Segment Protectors are UL-listed for Div 2 applications and FM/cFM-approved for Div 2/Zone 2 applications. They are smart fieldbus wiring blocks that provide short-circuit protection and energy limitation and prevent a single short from affecting the entire network. They provide IP20 protection with DIN-rail mounting in 4-, 6-, 8-, 10- and 12-spur configurations.
Pepperl+Fuchs
330/486-0002
www.pepperl-fuchs.com
These high-density bus terminals feature 16 digital I/O channels in the housing of a 12-mm electronic terminal block. They are compatible with almost every major fieldbus and are available in both Beckhoff Bus Terminal and EtherCAT Terminal versions. Choose from 16-channel terminals for digital I/O, eight-channel terminals for digital I/O with two-wire connection or combination terminals.
Beckhoff Automation
952/890-0000
www.beckhoffautomation.com
The DB9F-to-5 screw terminal block adapter is a simple solution for connecting field wiring to DB9 connectors on USB serial adapters, Ethernet serial servers, and other Sealevel RS-485 products with a DB9M connector. The adapter works with two- and four-wire RS-485 networks and can be easily secured to the serial port with thumbscrews to prevent accidental disconnection.
Sealevel Systems
864/843-4343
www.sealevel.com
The 958EN BusWorks Ethernet I/O module simplifies linking data from any analog sensor to a Modbus TCP/IP network. It has 16 analog input channels and a quick-connect DB25 port to capture sensor signals directly from industry-standard 8B signal conditioners. Some models offer performance from -40 ºC to 70 ºC and are designed for UL/cUL Class 1 Division 2 ABCD (Zone 2) sites.
Acromag
248/295-0880
www.acromag.com
Moxa's ioLogik E1200 remote Ethernet I/Os come with two embedded Ethernet switch ports to enable a daisy-chain topology. The Active OPC Server enables them to be integrated with SCADA systems. The user-definable Modbus address allows for the easy upgrading. With free Active OPC Server, the ioLogik can use push communication with HMI/SCADA systems to provide instant I/O status.
Moxa
888/669-2872
www.moxa.com
The Apax-5000 PACs integrate control, information processing and networking in a single control system with dual-controller architecture—one for HMI/SCADA, recipe, database and communication and the other for SoftLogic I/O tasks. The I/O modules can be either local or remote and can be to be hot-swapped. Clamp-type terminal blocks provide high resistance to shock vibration.
Advantech Corp.
800/205-7940
www.advantech.com/ea
The X-Coms Pluggable Connector System merges touch-proof, pre-wired assemblies with TopJobs terminal blocks. The system consists of pluggable connectors that mount onto DIN-rail blocks using Cage Clamps connections. Terminations use direct, push-in termination of solid conductors; for other conductor styles, use screwdriver to open clamping unit and insert conductor.
Wago
800-DIN-RAIL
www.wago.us
The SNAP-AIPM-3 I/O module measures volts AC RMS and amps AC RMS. It calculates true power, volt-amps and power sums for all three phases of power and can play a key role in monitoring overall power usage and energy consumption. It is transformer- and optically isolated from connected equipment and devices and from other modules on shared I/O racks. It also comes with a life-time guarantee.
Opto 22
951/695-3000
www.opto22.com
The BL Compact system is a modular I/O solution for collecting signals in a single, rugged node on a network. It makes it possible to obtain analog, digital, thermocouple, RTD, serial, RFID or a mixture of signal types in a compact, on-the-machine device over DeviceNet, CANopen and Profibus-DP. It is available with four, eight or 16 ports in a package that is rated for IP 67 and 69k protection.
Turck
800-544-7769
www.turck.us
These terminal blocks use push-in technology (PIT) to reduce insertion forces by 50%. They are easy to operate, reduce fatigue and ideal for installations with limited space or hard-to-access wiring. Available in a 2.5-sq mm cross section, the PIT series accepts ferrules between 22 AWG and 14 AWG. The series includes feed-through, multi-level function, component and pluggable terminal blocks.
Phoenix Contact
800/322-3225
www.phoenixcontact.com
The IP67-rated, machine-mounted ET 200eco PN Ethernet I/O blocks measure 30 mm in width for 8 I/O points, enabling installation closer to controlled devices and directly connected using standard M12 cord-set connectors. They are available in 8-point and 16-point digital I/O models and support industry-standard PROFINET Ethernet protocol.
Siemens Energy & Automation
800/241-4463
www.sea.siemens.com
The DSCL, DSCP, SCTP and DSCT is a complete family of loop and universal AC/DC-powered models of isolators and transmitters in component, DIN- and head-mount packages. It includes basic loop-powered isolators, wide-range AC/DC powered isolators and transmitters, and fixed-gain or hardware- and software- configurable models. , They are CE- and RoHS-compliant.
Dataforth
800/444-7644
www.dataforth.com
Advantys STB is an IP20 distributed I/O platform with up to 512 I/O points per island. Benefits include power distribution modules to reduce wiring costs, a flexible range of modules (1 to 16 I/O per module) and 8 networks, easy integration, I/O diagnostics for optimized operation, and simplified design, commissioning and maintenance thanks to hot-swap capability and removable memory cards.
Schneider Electric
888/778-2733
www.Schneider-Electric.us
The H series power distribution terminal blocks are available in 24, 32 and 41 amp versions. The power block uses spring clamp connection technology, making wire installation quick and easy. Power is distributed to smaller terminal blocks by using push-in PTC jumpers. The main power feed terminal block is also available in a type that allows for distributing two different voltages
ASI
877/650-5160
www.asi-ez.com
The SMART system is an intelligent and secure Modbus/IP Ethernet I/O interface. The SMART Remote I/O Adapter includes a 4-port managed Ethernet switch and an embedded firewall. The SMART Adapter, used with SoftPLC's Tealware I/O system, creates a ModbusTCP I/O network. Each SMART Adapter can hold 3 modules or connect to up to 12 locally connected racks (96 modules). SoftPLC
800/SoftPLC
www.softplc.com
SCADAPack E-SERIES
The SCADAPack E-Series line of reliable and scalable controllers offers high-performance 32-bit processing, flexible I/O, and advanced power-saving features. An ideal choice for applications that demand no holes in data, SCADAPack E-Series controllers provide the power of DNP3 and IEC 60870-5 to safely store time-stamped events whenever data points change. Enable additional security with AGA12-2 message authentication and encryption, and rest assured in your data's integrity for billable applications or critical operations. For more information visit: www.controlmicrosystems.com. Control Microsystems888/267-2232www.controlmicrosystems.com
The SCADAPack E-Series line of reliable and scalable controllers offers high-performance 32-bit processing, flexible I/O, and advanced power-saving features. An ideal choice for applications that demand no holes in data, SCADAPack E-Series controllers provide the power of DNP3 and IEC 60870-5 to safely store time-stamped events whenever data points change. Enable additional security with AGA12-2 message authentication and encryption, and rest assured in your data's integrity for billable applications or critical operations. For more information visit: www.controlmicrosystems.com. Control Microsystems888/267-2232www.controlmicrosystems.com
c3controls IEC terminal blocks have been designed, manufactured and tested to meet the specifications and strict requirements of applicable UL, CSA, and IEC standards and are rated for Code 1, factory wiring only, and Code 2, both factory and field wiring. C3controls' full line of IEC terminal blocks are available in a wide variety. Screw clamp is available from 20A to 232Amp, and spring clamp from 20A to 50Amp. Miniature panel mount is also available from 20A to 35A, in both spring and screw clamp.
c3Controls
724/775-7926
www.c3controls.com
I/O FOR FIELDBUS APPLICATIONS
The CPX system is a distributed I/O/P platform designed to interface to fieldbus systems, providing a wide variety of inputs, outputs and pneumatics, allowing machine builders and users to reduce their number of automation suppliers while maintaining performance and reliability, lowering both initial cost and total life-cycle cost. Proportional pneumatic modules include the VPPM (an integrated proportional pressure regulator with internal pressure sensors, and dedicated analog I/O card); the 4AE-P (a 4-channel integrated pressure sensor module with built-in pneumatic ports); and the MPA-P (a single channel pressure sensor module, designed to monitor the supply pressure of pneumatic valves, if chosen). These modules are freely combinable within the basic CPX system.
800/99FESTO
www.festo.com/usa
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