OEMs and end users who need a solution with a cost effective control for their small applications will benefit from the new family of Allen-Bradley programmable controllers Micro800 micro Connect Electronics Workbench software components connected to Rockwell Automation.
Together, the drivers and software are easy to configure, install and maintain.Designed to be used with other Allen-Bradley products, such as drivers, motion control products and HMI operator interface, the drivers are part of a package solution that offers machine builders an easy selection, installation and implementation of its low cost, standalone machines.
"OEMs need economic solutions, a convenient control that can be customized to meet the needs of customers in specific application," said Paul Gieschen, director of market development for Rockwell Automation. "With this new line, Rockwell Automation delivers the functionality and flexibility of a micro programmable logic controller for the price of a programmable relay. However, the greatest value of the new family Micro800 is the simplicity and convenience it offers to users - that is, it only provides sufficient control, so they are paying only what they need. "
Ideal for machine independent with less than 48 E / S, the initial release consists of two drivers - the Micro810 Allen-Bradley controllers and Micro830 - and connected components Connect Electronics Workbench software. Building integrated USB and serial ports driver, OEMs can quickly schedule and related to human-machine interfaces (HMI) and other serial devices - ultimately, help to minimize the selection and time Installation for themselves, and the total cost of ownership for end users.
Micro800 controllers offer a wide range of plug-in modules for I / S analog and digital communications and expanded memory. The plug-in modules allow machine builders to customize the controller to increase functionality without the need to expand the product. The new controller family also features removable terminal blocks (most models) and communication through simplifying data exchange point to point.
To complement the new line of controllers, the new Workbench software Components Connect software following established standards IEC-61131. A single package that is easy to acquire, install and update, the software makes it convenient and profitable for OEMs and end users to leverage a platform for their programming and configuration needs. Allows OEMs to work with the drivers and program and configure Micro800 other devices in the system, including PowerFlex and PanelView HMI products.
Based on proven technology from Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Visual Studio technology, the new programming software provides the drivers, device configuration and data exchange with the editor of the products HMI PanelView Component operator. The software also supports three standard IEC programming languages: ladder diagram, function block diagram and structured text. In addition, the software programming with runtime download, which allows program settings Online.
The programmable logic controller Micro810 Allen-Bradley is the youngest of the family Micro800, the controller has blocks Micro810 smart relay function can be configured for a 1.5 inch LCD and a keyboard. The function blocks include delay OFF / ON timer, time of day, time of week and time of year for applications requiring a programmable timer and lighting control.
The programmable logic controller Micro830 Allen-Bradley provides flexible communications and up to six inputs high-speed counters. It also provides easy addition of up to five plug-in modules in the models of 48pt.
"Machine manufacturers seeking the best of all worlds: they want solutions that are priced to provide not only essential capabilities they require, but also offer convenient programming, easy to use and configuration tools to minimize setup and commissioning in place to maximize profitability, "said Craig Resnick, research director at ARC Advisory Group. "The Allen-Bradley PLC Micro800 and Connect Components Workbench software seems to meet this demand, the manufacturer of machinery for a scalable solution, tailored to profitable standalone applications that require simple installation, time-efficient, configuration, programming and toolsupdate. "
Connect Electronics Workbench is available in two versions: Standard, which can be downloaded free here: http://ab.rockwellautomation.com/Programmable-Controllers/Connected-Components-Workbench-Software and development version, which has running time discharge blocks user defined function and simulation of driver and is available for order through local Allen-Bradley distributors worldwide.
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