Distributed Control System with EtherCAT Remote I/O Modules

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Advantech's AMAX-4800 series comprises of industrial EtherCat slave modules equipped with the EtherCAT protocol. The compact size and integrated DIN rail mount kit ensures easy installation in cabinets. Pluggable terminal blocks and LED indicators facilitate system setup and maintenance. All modules are protected by an isolation circuit for demanding industrial applications.

Main Features

Compact Size

Easy to Maintain

Good Expandability

Synchronization

•	High density channel count in a compact design helps increase space utilization ratio.
•	DIN-rail mounting kit ensures easy installation in cabinets.

•	LED indicators, rotary switch and terminal blocks are all front access. User can read module status and connect wires easily.
•	Pluggable terminal blocks simplify maintenance and save time.

•	Max distance between two modules can be 100 meters.
•	Two rotary switches for up to 256 slave IDs.
•	Max I/O channels no longer limited by PCI or PCIe slots.
•	Supports various topologies including line, star, tree, daisy chain.
•	Smooth migration path from legacy fieldbus to EtherCAT.

•	EtherCAT node can measure time difference between leaving and returning frame.
•	With distributed clocks, EtherCAT can realize a precise synchronization time of < 1us between each slave module.

Application

AMAX-4800 Series

Specifications

Interface	EtherCAT
Distance Between Modules	Max. 100 m
Communication Cycle Time	200us
Isolated Digital Input	Logic 0: 3 V max. Logic 1: 10 V min. (30 V max.) Protection: 2,500 V_DC
Isolated Digital Output	5 ~ 40 V_DC Output Current : 350mA/ch (sink) @ 25°C Protection: 2,500 V_DC
PhotoMOS Relay Output	Relay type : PhotoMOS SPST(Form A) Load Voltage : 60V (AC peak or DC) Load current : 1.2A
Relay Output	Relay Type Form A Contact Rating (resistive) 2A@250V_AC , 2A@30V_DC Max. Switching Power 500VA, 60W
Dimensions	120 mm x 120 mm x 40 mm
Operating Temperature	-20 ~ 60°C (32 ~ 140°F)