AS-Interface master VBM-MLX/CPLX
- Gateway compliant with AS-Interface specification 3.0
- Commissioning, locally on the gateway or via AS-i Control Tools software
- AS-Interface scanner for CompactLogix or MicroLogix 1500 PLC
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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of VBM-MLX/CPLX
| Product Description |
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| AS-Interface scanner for CompactLogix or MicroLogix 1500 PLC |
| General specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| AS-Interface specification | V3.0 | |
| PLC-Functionality | none | |
| Description | AS-Interface scanner for CompactLogix or MicroLogix 1500 PLC | |
| Functional safety related parameters | ||
| MTTFd | 140 a at 30 °C | |
| Indicators/operating means | ||
| Display | LC display | |
| LED SYS | LED green: Power on | |
| LED OK | LED green: AS-Interface network running normally; LED green flashing: Configuration mode; LED red flashing: Peripheral fault; LED red: Configuration error; |
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| LED AS-i ACTIVE | LED green: AS-Interface running normally | |
| LED PWR | LED green: Power on | |
| LED PRG ENABLE | autom. programming; LED green | |
| LED PRJ MODE | projecting mode active; LED yellow | |
| LED U AS-i | AS-Interface voltage; LED green | |
| Switch SET | Selection and setting of a slave address | |
| Button MODE | Mode selection PRJ-operation/save configuration/cursor | |
| Electrical specifications | ||
| Insulation voltage | ≥ 500 V | |
| Capacity factor | Power supply rating of 4 Cannot be farther then 4 cards from main processor or power supply |
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| Rated operating voltage | from backplane | |
| Rated operating current | 100 mA from AS-Interface 450 mA from backplane |
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| Interface | ||
| Protocol | MicroLogix 1500 or CompactLogix backplane | |
| Interface 2 | ||
| Interface type | RS 232, serial | |
| Connection | ||
| AS-Interface | double row terminals, removable | |
| Directive conformity | ||
| Electromagnetic compatibility | ||
| Directive 2014/30/EU | EN 62026-2:2013 | |
| Standard conformity | ||
| Electromagnetic compatibility | EN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61000-6-4:2001, EN 50295:1999 | |
| Degree of protection | EN 60529:2000 | |
| AS-Interface | EN 62026-2:2013 | |
| Shock resistance | EN 61131-2 | |
| Ambient conditions | ||
| Ambient temperature | 0 ... 55 °C (32 ... 131 °F) | |
| Storage temperature | -25 ... 85 °C (-13 ... 185 °F) | |
| Mechanical specifications | ||
| Degree of protection | IP20 | |
| Mass | 420 g | |
| Construction type | Mounting into the backplane of a MicroLogix 1500 or CompactLogix PLC | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
|---|---|
| ECLASS 13.0 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27242607 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27242607 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC001603 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC001603 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC001603 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC001603 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC001603 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 39121535 |
Details: VBM-MLX/CPLX
Product Documentation: VBM-MLX/CPLX
| Manuals | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual AS-Interface 3.0 Command Interface | ENG | 3265 KB | |
| Manual AS-Interface scanner card for MicroLogic 1500 or CompactLogix PLCs | ENG | 5309 KB |
Design / Simulation: VBM-MLX/CPLX
| CAD | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| DWG CAD files for VBG-MLX/CPLX AS-i card / CAD 2-D | ALL | ZIP | 214 KB |
Software: VBM-MLX/CPLX
| Device Description Files/Drivers | Release Info | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software tool_a / Software Tool_a | 04/2012 | ZIP | 2 KB |
| Software Tools | |||
| Example projects, Add-on Instructions, and Description Files for Allen Bradley PLCs and RSLogix 5000 / Software Tool_a | Sep 2013 | ZIP | 4998 KB |
Associated Products: VBM-MLX/CPLX
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