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Application of IO Link in Industrial Automation
This article mainly introduces the overall solution of ST IO Link communication master station used in industrial systems, including the following 5 aspects:
Firstly, the application of IO Link in industrial automation; The second is the introduction of ST IO Link main station transceiver; The third is the introduction of our ST”s IO Link main site evaluation board; The fourth is an introduction to the reference design scheme of the IO Link main station; The fifth is a demonstration of the IO Link master station reference design.
The industrial automation system can be said to be composed of many levels. The top level is usually industrial Ethernet to transmit data to the upper control center or monitoring center of the factory, while the middle layer is usually some PLC system for specialized process processing, such as controlling a specialized assembly line or production line. At the bottom, there are usually many industrial sensors, such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, or proximity sensors, as well as some actuators, such as valves, moving lights, relays, or contactors, which are used for collecting and controlling physical quantities.
Between these levels, there will also be some modules or gateways for conversion and processing work. Therefore, in traditional industrial systems, there are many different level standards and communication protocols on site, resulting in poor modularity and versatility. Because there are both analog signals on site, such as a 4 to 20 mA current loop and analog voltage signals, as well as digital signals. In such an environment, analog signals are particularly susceptible to interference from harsh on-site environments. At the same time, sensors or actuators for analog transmission cannot perform on-site remote configuration or calibration 9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card diagnosis work. In order to solve the transmission of the last segment of data to sensors and actuators in industrial field environments, as described earlier, we have introduced a specialized digital interface IO Link to achieve fully digital transmission between the interface modules of sensors and industrial field buses. The bidirectional data transmission makes it possible to parameterize the interaction of on-site data, diagnose and transmit information. By using this technology, remote condition monitoring and predictable maintenance of terminal equipment can be achieved, thereby effectively alleviating the problem of production line downtime.
Its advantages include:9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
Firstly, whether it is a pure digital sensor, an analog sensor after digital quantization, or different types of actuators, unified access can be achieved, thus achieving a simplified and standardized system architecture. Secondly, the transmission of digital signals will have stronger anti-interference ability than the transmission of analog signals, so the reliability of the system will also be stronger. Thirdly, through the bidirectional transmission of digital signals, more intelligent and advanced actuators or sensors can be used, making it easier to achieve status monitoring and system diagnostic protection functions. In this way, any issues and status of the production line can be monitored and maintained in real-time, ensuring the reliability, maintainability, and upgradability of the entire production line, thereby ensuring the minimum downtime.
The following is the specific content about IO Link technology
Firstly, the definition of the IO LINK standard enables data transmission, processing, configuration, and diagnostic information exchange between sensors or actuators and control systems. Secondly, this is a simple peer-to-peer communication architecture, where a master port is connected to a device port. Then, it can achieve compatibility with existing communication architectures, such as reusing cables and interfaces. At the same time, the IO Link system also has backward compatibility upgrade capability, as the master end of the system uses digital binary serial communication to interact with devices, and vice versa.
It can be said that IO link makes the system simpler:
Firstly, this is a universal standard communication method that complies with IEC61131-9. Secondly, IO Link is an intelligent communication system that solves the digital information exchange and transmission of the last distance from the control host to the terminal device. Thirdly, IO Link is simple to use and can be said to be plug and play, compatible with some existing system devices.
Some related products and solutions provided by ST in IO Link communication solutions
Firstly, in this communication system, the IO Link Master, which connects to the upper computer controller, is one of the main key solutions that will be mentioned later. Secondly, ST can provide some communication chips on the IO Link Master project, such as L6360. On the other side of the sensor or actuator end, namely the IO Link Slave end, ST can provide communication chips L6362A and L6364 on this IO Link Slave slave project. According to standards, this three-wire point-to-point communication method is easily compatible with some existing sensor actuators” standard ports, such as M12 standard industrial connectors and M12 standard connector wires. In addition, its advantages include the ability to achieve point-to-point bidirectional signal transmission within a single cable, as well as the general power supply requirements of the master end to the sensor actuator. According to the general requirements of the current industry, the maximum length of this cable is 20 meters, and the three wires inside are 24V, 0V, and data cables. The L+of this chip can support up to 500 milliamperes. If greater current is needed, there are also other L+drivers, including Load Switch IPS and other products, which can provide greater current or can be applied externally. The IO Link communication speed can generally reach a baud rate of 230.4K per COM3, and it also has functions such as status indication and detection.
For some specific application characteristics of IO Link, the communication transceiver system composed of L6360 and L6362A can support three standard data types of IO Link, namely COM1 (4.8k), COM2 (38.4K), and COM3 (230.4K) modes. This communication system can meet the requirements of all modern standards, industrial sensors, and actuators: firstly, it can quickly and very easily configure or reconfigure sensors or actuators. Secondly, it can be widely applied to various standardized sensors or systems that execute information. Thirdly, as a digital communication system, compared to traditional analog signal transmission systems, it can reduce power consumption and improve system efficiency. Fourthly, it has complete diagnostic and protection functions, which can improve the reliability of related systems. Therefore, it can be widely used to drive various digital sensors and actuators, as well as input and output modules of PLC, in order to achieve and meet various requirements of Industry 4.0.
How to Determine the Interference Problem of PROFINET IO Communication
Preliminary Diagnosis of PROFINET Interference Problems
1. Overview
When debugging PROFINET IO communication, it is common to encounter communication failures. One of the reasons for communication failures is interference. PROFINET IO communication equipment often operates in complex industrial electromagnetic environments, and incorrect shielding grounding or non-standard installation may lead to communication interference problems. Since optical signals are not affected by electromagnetic interference, this article only introduces interference problems with electrical signals.
2. How to determine interference issues
If PROFINET IO communication is affected by electromagnetic interference, a simple judgment can generally be made through the following aspects:
2.1. Judging the communication status through PROFINET IO
If the following communication phenomena are found during PROFINET IO communication debugging or operation, it may be affected by electromagnetic interference:
① Occasionally, communication is interrupted and restored.
② When certain on-site devices or specific operations are turned on, communication is interrupted, and on the contrary, communication returns to normal.
2.2. By using STEP7 online diagnostic information to determine and view the diagnostic buffer information of the IO controller, how to detect the presence of frequent communication failures and recovery information between the IO controller and IO devices in the diagnostic buffer, as shown in the following figure, may be affected by electromagnetic interference:
14 STEP7 Device Diagnostic Buffer Information
3. How to troubleshoot and solve interference problems
If a suspected electromagnetic interference causing PROFINET IO communication failure is found, how should we troubleshoot and solve it? The following will be introduced from the following aspects:
3.1 Increase PROFINET IO communication watchdog time
Due to PROFINET IO communication failure occurring during watchdog time, the IO controller did not provide input or output data (IO data) to the IO device, and watchdog time=the number of update cycles allowed for IO data loss × The refresh time is usually automatically calculated and allocated by the IO controller. This time value is generally small. If electromagnetic interference is encountered, the probability of communication failure occurring within the automatically calculated watchdog time will increase. At this time, we can appropriately increase the PROFINET IO communication refresh time or the number of update cycles allowed for IO data loss to increase the watchdog time. However, this method may not solve serious electromagnetic interference problems, and it is recommended to eliminate and solve them through subsequent methods.
What is the difference between remote IO and distributed IO
People often discuss the difference between remote IO and distributed IO. However, some people believe that they are the same and terms can be exchanged, while others believe the opposite. What is the difference between remote I/O and distributed I/O? The following is a guide from remote IO manufacturer Zhongshan Technology to understand the difference between remote IO and distributed IO.
Remote and distributed within the location range.9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
Today”s DCS is a control system with many distributed autonomous controllers, each with many continuous operations. This controller is bundled together by a central monitoring controller. We have used the terms remote and distributed in the locations of I/O and controllers. It is easy to see how these terms are misunderstood.
From the perspective of PLC, remote I/O represents the actual distance that the I/O module is away from the control PLC. Distributed I/O is very intelligent, as mentioned earlier, remote I/O is sometimes referred to as distributed I/O. Let”s take a look at the definition of distributed I/O. This definition is different from remote I/O.
Generally speaking, distributed I/O has a brain or some computing power. By default, it is remote. As mentioned earlier, remote I/O is located physically far from the control PLC. Remote I/O has no brain and cannot perform any computational functions at all. It can be said with certainty that when you hear the term remote I/O, it only involves one controller or PLC, while distributed I/O has multiple controllers.
ZSR-Ethernet-2184 is a distributed Ethernet RTU that supports 4-way switch digital input (Di), 8-way analog input (Ai), 4-way relay (Do) output, 1-way RS485 serial port data acquisition to Ethernet, and Modbus RTU terminal. Merge 485 to Ethernet serial port server function, support Modbus to TCP/UDP protocol conversion, support virtual serial port, and interface with various configuration software. Supports signal acquisition in the range of 0-5V, 0-10V, 0-30V, or 0-20ma, 4-20ma, with built-in software and hardware watchdog, industrial grade components, and stable operation in an industrial environment of -40~85 ° C.
Building a High Channel Density Digital IO Module for the Next Generation Industrial Automation Controller
There are currently many articles introducing Industry 4.0, and smart sensors are becoming increasingly popular in factory environments (I and other authors have written about these topics). Although we have all noticed a significant increase in the use of sensors in factories, processing plants, and even some newly built automation systems, the widespread use of sensors has also brought about an important change, which is the need to handle a large amount of IO within these old controllers. These IOs may be digital or analog. This requires the construction of high-density IO modules with size and heat limitations.
Usually, digital IO in PLC consists of discrete devices such as resistors/capacitors or independent FET drives. In order to minimize the size of the controller as much as possible and to handle 2 to 4 times the number of channels, this has led to a shift from a separate approach to an integrated approach.9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
We can use the entire article to illustrate the drawbacks of the split method, especially when the number of channels processed by each module reaches 8 or more. However, when it comes to high heat/power consumption, a large number of split components (from the perspective of size and mean time between failures (MTBF)), and the need for reliable system specifications, it is sufficient to demonstrate that the split method is not feasible.
Figure 1 shows the technical challenges faced in building high-density digital input (DI) and digital output (DO) modules. In both DI and DO systems, size and heat dissipation issues need to be considered.
Design a High Channel Density Digital Input Module
The traditional split design uses a resistive voltage divider network to convert 24V/48V signals into signals that can be used by microcontrollers. The front-end can also use discrete RC filters. If isolation is required, external optocouplers are sometimes used
For example, the current limiting value of DI devices in ADI is 3.5mA/channel. So, as shown in the figure, we use two channels in parallel. If the system must be connected to a Type 2 input, adjust the REFDI resistance and RIN resistance. For some newer components, we can also use pins or select current values through software.
To support a 48V digital input signal (not a common requirement), a similar process needs to be used, and an external resistor must be added to adjust the voltage threshold at one end of the field. Set the value of this external resistor so that the current limiting value * R+threshold of the pin meets the voltage threshold specification at one end of the field (see device data manual).
Finally, due to the connection between the digital input module and the sensor, the design must meet the requirements of reliable operating characteristics. When using a split type scheme, these protective functions must be carefully designed. When selecting integrated digital input devices, ensure that the following are determined according to industry standards:
Wide input voltage range (e.g. up to 40V).
Able to use on-site power supply (7V to 65V).
Capable of withstanding high ESD (± 15kV ESD air gap) and surges (usually 1KV).
Providing overvoltage and overheating diagnosis is also very useful for MCU to take appropriate actions.
Design a High Channel Density Digital Output Module
A typical discrete digital output design has a FET with a driving circuit driven by a microcontroller. Different methods can be used to configure FETs to drive microcontrollers.
The definition of a high-end load switch is that it is controlled by an external enable signal and connects or disconnects the power supply from a given load. Compared to low-end load switches, high-end switches provide current to the load, while low-end switches connect or disconnect the grounding connection of the load to obtain current from the load. Although they all use a single FET, the problem with low-end switches is that there may be a short circuit between the load and ground. High end switches protect the load and prevent short circuits to ground. However, the implementation cost of low-end switches is lower. Sometimes, the output driver is also configured as a push-pull switch, requiring two MOSFETs. Refer to Figure 4 below.
Integrated DO devices can integrate multiple DO channels into a single device. Due to the different FET configurations used for high-end, low-end, and push-pull switches, different devices can be used to achieve each type of output driver.
Application of Data Acquisition IO Module in Thermal Power Plant System9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
The Ethernet IO module is a data acquisition and control device. It uses Ethernet as a communication method to transmit data from various industrial control sensors and actuators to computers or other devices for management and monitoring. As a modern energy supply base, thermal power plants need to widely apply various intelligent control technologies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety. In this context, the application of barium rhenium Ethernet IO modules is particularly important.
In the application of thermal power plants, the main function of the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module is to achieve real-time monitoring and control of the production process. By connecting to various sensors and actuators, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can collect real-time environmental parameters, machine operation status, and other data of the thermal power plant. By analyzing and processing these data, commanders can understand the operation of the thermal power plant and make corresponding adjustments. Compared to traditional automatic control systems, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module has the advantages of stronger flexibility, faster reaction speed, and higher accuracy, which can greatly improve the operational efficiency and reliability of thermal power plants.
The real-time monitoring and control of thermal power plants require many capabilities of barium rhenium Ethernet IO modules. Here are several common application scenarios:
Firstly, the barium rhenium module can monitor parameters such as gas flow and water flow in thermal power plants. These parameters are crucial for ensuring the normal operation of the thermal power plant. Once these parameters undergo abnormal changes, the DO channel can be connected to the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module, and the alarm signal will immediately sound to remind the command personnel to handle it. Meanwhile, due to the fact that the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can collect these data in real-time and transmit it to the monitoring system for recording, it can provide better technical support for quality management in thermal power plants.
Secondly, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can also monitor the operating status of mechanical equipment in thermal power plants. This includes parameters such as temperature, pressure, vibration, etc. By monitoring and analyzing these parameters, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can detect machine equipment faults in a timely manner, thereby avoiding the expansion of losses. In addition, during machine equipment maintenance, historical data recorded by the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can be used to develop more scientific and reasonable maintenance plans, reduce maintenance costs, and improve maintenance efficiency.
Finally, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module can also help thermal power plants achieve distributed control. We can remotely control and monitor multiple areas of the thermal power plant by connecting multiple barium rhenium modules to a network. This not only reduces the on-site debugging of equipment, but also strengthens the evaluation of equipment reliability.
In summary, the barium rhenium Ethernet IO module has unique advantages in real-time monitoring and control of thermal power plants. It can help command personnel monitor machine data in real-time, discover abnormal information, take timely measures to avoid impacts, and improve production efficiency and safety.
Remote IO modules based on Ethernet communication are widely used in the field of industrial IoT
With the development of IIOT (Industrial IOT) industrial Internet of Things technology, many traditional assets need to be connected to the internet to achieve unified data collection, analysis, processing, and storage, breaking the traditional phenomenon of device information silos. Therefore, the MQTT Ethernet IO acquisition module M160T, which supports the Internet of Things protocol, is able to unleash its potential by being compatible with existing devices and able to connect to IoT platforms. The MQTT Ethernet IO acquisition module will be widely used in industrial IoT, such as smart property, smart parks, smart factories, smart transportation, smart water conservancy, smart agriculture, smart campuses, smart communities, smart distribution, smart water conservancy, and many other industries.
Ethernet communication technology is a mature communication technology that has been widely applied. Therefore, Ethernet communication is the first choice for enterprises to connect various assets to the Internet of Things platform. Its reasons are stable and reliable, mature technology, fast transmission speed, and fast construction wiring.9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
For traditional various assets, such as low-voltage distribution rooms, air compressor rooms, property and living pump rooms, street light control, liquid level collection, temperature and humidity collection, etc., through the MQTT Ethernet IO collection module, they can be quickly connected to the Internet of Things platform.
So, what characteristics do MQTT Ethernet IO modules need to have when used in IoT solutions? The details are as follows:
1. Actively connect to cloud platforms:
Based on the characteristics of Ethernet communication networking, the Ethernet IO acquisition module must support the TCP Client function, which is not only the TCP client function, so that the Ethernet IO module can actively connect to the IoT platform without the need for complex settings such as peanut shells;
2. Compatible with existing systems:
Support TCP Server and Modbus TCP protocol functions, which can be compatible with traditional upper computer systems or device access of HMI”s TCP client;
3. Access to IoT platforms:
Supports standard MQTT protocol and Modbus TCP protocol, and can be connected to various MQTT protocol IoT platforms such as Huawei Cloud and Alibaba Cloud, or traditional SCADA and DCS systems;
4. Rich IO interfaces and scalability:
There are various types of data to be collected on site, and it is necessary to support the collection of various devices such as 4-20Ma, RS485, DI, DO, etc. At the same time, it is also necessary to have the ability to read RS485 device instrument data or expand the functions of the IO acquisition module;
5. Easy installation method:
The volume of the control box is very limited, so it is necessary to use directly inserted and unplugged wiring terminals, as well as a rail installation method.
6. Industrial grade design
The industrial environment is harsh, and the Ethernet IO module must adopt an industrial grade design to ensure continuous and stable operation in harsh environments.
Through the MQTT Ethernet IO acquisition module, there is no need to replace various existing enterprise assets and the digital transformation of accessing IoT platforms can be quickly achieved. Therefore, the MQTT Ethernet IO acquisition module will be widely used in industrial IoT, such as smart properties, smart parks, smart factories, smart transportation, smart water conservancy, smart agriculture, smart campuses, smart communities, smart power distribution, smart water conservancy, and many other industries.
What are the types of integrated IO modules9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
For a programmable logic controller, IO fulfills the responsibilities of data acquisition and instruction output. What control objectives can a PLC achieve, and the quantity and type of IO are crucial. For general integrated PLCs, the number and types of IO interfaces are constant. Some friends may ask, what if you encounter a complex control project with insufficient IO ports in the PLC? Don”t worry, nowadays PLCs have communication interfaces that can be connected to other IO couplers to achieve IO expansion. So, what are the types of IO modules that we can integrate in our daily lives? Actually, it can be mainly divided into four categories, namely:
1. Digital signal acquisition IO can achieve discontinuous signal acquisition, and a typical IO type is a counter input IO module.
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For a programmable logic controller, IO fulfills the responsibilities of data acquisition and instruction output. What control objectives can a PLC achieve, and the quantity and type of IO are crucial. For general integrated PLCs, the number and types of IO interfaces are constant. Some friends may ask, what if you encounter a complex control project with insufficient IO ports in the PLC? Don”t worry, nowadays PLCs have communication interfaces that can be connected to other IO couplers to achieve IO expansion. So, what are the types of IO modules that we can integrate in our daily lives? Actually, it can be mainly divided into four categories, namely:
1. Digital signal acquisition IO can achieve discontinuous signal acquisition, and a typical IO type is a counter input IO module.
2. Digital output IO, which can send out command signals of digital quantities to control actuators, such as PWM IO, can send pulse signals to control servo motors and stepper motors. In addition to PWM IO, we often use relay output type IO.
3. After discussing digital IO, let”s talk about analog IO. Firstly, analog input IO includes voltage analog input IO, current analog input IO, temperature analog input IO, etc. They collect continuous signals.
4. Finally, there is the output type IO of analog quantity, mainly including voltage analog quantity output type IO and current analog quantity output type IO. Some friends may ask why there is no temperature this time, but there are relatively few applications, mainly based on voltage and current types.9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
Industrial automation solutions, starting with remote IO modules!
The remote IO module is mainly used for collecting analog and digital signals on industrial sites, and can also output analog and digital signals to control equipment. It is possible to expand the input and output ports of data processing equipment such as PLCs and collection instruments. For example, a PLC only has 10 analog input interfaces, but if 30 analog quantities need to be collected on site, remote IO expansion needs to be added.
Furthermore, due to the distance between the equipment and the main control PLC or industrial computer, RS-485 bus is usually used for transmission. There are also some factories with high levels of automation that use industrial Ethernet to control remote IO modules. In the past, when laying lines between equipment and cabinets, people had to connect them one by one, which greatly increased the cost of cables and construction time. Moreover, if the distance was relatively long, they also faced problems such as voltage attenuation. And with the remote IO module, it effectively solves this problem. If your cabinet is 200 meters away from the site and you do not use remote IO, then you need to lay out each signal line for 200 meters. Installing the remote IO module on site can save you a lot of cable costs and reduce the complexity of construction from a cost perspective.
Simply put, sometimes some IO is set up in the on-site device cluster, which can be connected to the PLC through a communication cable to send the signal to any place where it is needed, saving wiring and PLC”s own IO points. Sometimes, the logical “remote” is because the allowed number of “local IO” cannot meet the actual needs, and it needs to be connected to the “remote IO template”, depending on the actual situation.
In addition, the general cabinet room is located on the device site. But some control signals, such as emergency stop and bypass, are implemented in the control room, so remote IO modules need to be used to send these signals to the control system in the cabinet room.
Why use remote I/O?
1. Because in some industrial applications, it is impossible to install PLCs with local I/O modules near on-site equipment due to harsh environments.
2. When you want to place the I/O module near the field device to eliminate long multi-core cables, you can receive signals from distant sensors and send remote control signals to control valves, motors, and other final actuators. The signal can be transmitted at any distance using various transmission protocols such as Ethernet and Profibus through high-speed media such as twisted pair and fiber optic.
3. Multiple transmission protocols such as Ethernet and Profibus can be used to send signals at any distance on high-speed media such as twisted pair and fiber optic.
The barium rhenium technology MXXT remote IO module uses industrial grade components with a wide working voltage of DC9-36V, which can operate normally within the range of -20~70 ℃. It supports RS485/232 communication mode, and the communication protocol adopts standard Modbus TCP protocol, Modbus RTU over TCP protocol, and MQTT protocol. We strive to fully meet the needs of our customers with an electrical and mechanical system that is anti-interference, resistant to harsh environments, and compatible with general use. It has stable performance, reliable quality, short delivery time, and fast response.
Advantages of Barium Rhenium Remote I/O Module
1. It can be controlled by remote commands.
2. Save the cost of using industrial control computers and IO cards, and Ethernet I/O modules can be directly connected to the upper computer system;
3. Replacing 4-20mA signal transmission with 10/100MHz Ethernet transmission has improved transmission speed;
4. Replacing various instrument controller signal lines with an Ethernet cable reduces the attenuation of remote signal transmission;
5. The signal cable of the instrument controller only needs to be connected to the Ethernet I/O module, greatly reducing cable costs and wiring workload.
6. Convenient installation method. Rail installation, high reliability, strong anti-interference ability, and more convenient on-site installation.
Application Scheme of Industrial Ethernet Remote IO Module in Intelligent Manufacturing Workshop
With the advent of Industry 4.0, intelligent manufacturing has become a trend in industrial production. Intelligent manufacturing requires efficient, stable, and reliable industrial Ethernet remote IO modules to monitor the production process. This article will share an application case of an intelligent manufacturing workshop based on industrial Ethernet remote IO module.9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication card
The production process of this intelligent manufacturing workshop is mainly divided into two parts: injection molding and automated assembly. The injection molding process requires controlling parameters such as the melting temperature of the melt, the speed and pressure of the injection molding machine. The automated assembly process requires controlling the actions of the assembly robot and detecting the quality of the product. In addition to these production process data, there are also equipment production data such as daily and weekly production in the workshop, as well as equipment status data such as operation, manual, automatic, mold adjustment, and alarm.
In the past, the production process of the factory mainly relied on traditional hard wiring to control the production process, resulting in low work efficiency due to the need for frequent replacement of transmission lines to meet production needs. Moreover, it is very difficult to collect a large number of types of detection and monitoring data for intelligent manufacturing. In order to improve efficiency, production quality, and reliability, the factory has introduced the industrial Ethernet remote IO module MxxT using barium rhenium technology.
The injection molding machine itself comes with MODBUS industrial control bus data or basic status signal output. The barium rhenium technology remote IO module collects data from the device interface RS232/RS485 port, collects status information of the injection molding machine such as startup, operation, and pause, and uploads it to the injection molding machine controller, or wirelessly uploads it to the cloud server. Based on devices, according to the communication protocols and interfaces of different devices, data is obtained by calling their interface channels, and then transmitted to the server.
The remote IO module is connected to the controller of the injection molding machine, and the operation data of the injection molding machine is uploaded and distributed wirelessly, achieving remote monitoring and intelligent control of the injection molding machine. In addition, the remote I/O module supports perceptual access to peripheral devices such as mold temperature machines, cutting machines, and dryers for injection molding machines, providing users with smart factory services.
During the injection molding process, the industrial Ethernet remote IO module transmits real-9566-810F TRICONEX nput/output communication cardtime data such as temperature, pressure, and speed to the main controller for monitoring and adjustment, ensuring the stability and compliance of production parameters under different conditions. In the automated assembly process, the industrial Ethernet remote IO module collects data through sensors and other devices, and transmits the relevant data to the main controller for adjustment of relevant actions. For example, the industrial Ethernet remote IO module can monitor the actions of assembly robots, detect the accuracy of product assembly and product quality, and ensure the production quality and stability of the product. At the same time, all production data can also be collected and analyzed remotely, helping enterprise managers better monitor production efficiency and quality.
By introducing industrial Ethernet remote IO modules, this intelligent manufacturing workshop not only improves production efficiency and stability, but also reduces labor and energy costs. Because the industrial Ethernet remote IO module can help enterprises complete the collection and monitoring of production data with one click, as well as avoid unnecessary line replacement and the need for workers to enter and exit the production process, thereby reducing costs and improving production efficiency for enterprises.
In summary, the application of industrial Ethernet remote IO modules in intelligent manufacturing workshops not only improves production efficiency and quality, reduces costs, but also achieves intelligent and digital management of production processes, bringing more opportunities and development space for enterprise development.
In addition, this device is widely used for networking and data collection of industrial equipment such as injection molding machines, air compressors, CNC machine tools, on-site PLCs, instruments, sensors, CNC, and electromechanical equipment.
Building a High Channel Density Digital IO Module for the Next Generation Industrial Automation Controller
There are currently many articles introducing Industry 4.0, and smart sensors are becoming increasingly popular in factory environments (I and other authors have written about these topics). Although we have all noticed a significant increase in the use of sensors in factories, processing plants, and even some newly built automation systems, the widespread use of sensors has also brought about an important change, which is the need to handle a large amount of IO within these old controllers. These IOs may be digital or analog. This requires the construction of high-density IO modules with size and heat limitations. In this article, I will focus on digital IO, and in subsequent articles, I will introduce analog IO.
Usually, digital IO in PLC consists of discrete devices such as resistors/capacitors or independent FET drives. In order to minimize the size of the controller as much as possible and to handle 2 to 4 times the number of channels, this has led to a shift from a separate approach to an integrated approach.
We can use the entire article to illustrate the drawbacks of the split method, especially when the number of channels processed by each module reaches 8 or more. However, when it comes to high heat/power consumption, a large number of split components (from the perspective of size and mean time between failures (MTBF)), and the need for reliable system specifications, it is sufficient to demonstrate that the split method is not feasible.
Figure 1 shows the technical challenges faced in building high-density digital input (DI) and digital output (DO) modules. In both Di and DO systems, size and heat dissipation issues need to be considered.
Digital input
size
heat
Supports all input types
Type 1, 2, 3, Input
Supports 24 V and 48 V inputs
Robust operating specifications
Wire breakage detection
Digital output
Support for different types of output driver configurations
size
Integrated demagnetization of inductive loads
Heat – When driving multiple outputs
Drive accuracy
diagnosis
For digital input, it is also important to note that it supports different input types, including 1/2/3 type inputs, and in some cases, 24V and 48V inputs. In all cases, reliable operating characteristics are crucial, and sometimes circuit detection is also crucial.
For digital outputs, the system uses different FET configurations to drive the load. The accuracy of the driving current is usually an important consideration. In many cases, diagnosis is also very important.
We will explore how integrated solutions can help address some of these challenges.
Design a High Channel Density Digital Input Module
The traditional split design uses a resistive voltage divider network to convert 24V/48V signals into signals that can be used by microcontrollers. The front-end can also use discrete RC filters. If isolation is required, external optocouplers are sometimes used.
Figure 1 shows a typical discrete method for constructing digital input circuits.
Figure 1. Considerations for digital input and output modules.
This type of design is suitable for a certain number of digital inputs; 4 to 8 per board. Beyond this number, this design will soon become impractical. This separation scheme can bring various problems, including:
High power consumption and related board high temperature points.
Each channel requires an optocoupler.
Excessive components can lead to low FIT rate and even require larger devices.
More importantly, the split design method means that the input current increases linearly with the input voltage. Assuming a 2.2K Ω input resistor and 24V V is used. When the input is 1, for example, at 24V, the input current is 11mA, which is equivalent to a power consumption of 264mW. The power consumption of the 8-channel module is greater than 2W, and the power consumption of the 32-bit module is greater than 8W. Refer to Figure 3 below
From a cooling perspective alone, this split design cannot support multiple channels on a single board.
One of the biggest advantages of integrated digital input design is the significant reduction in power consumption, thereby reducing heat dissipation. Most integrated digital input devices allow configurable input current limitations to significantly reduce power consumption.
When the current limiting value is set to 2.6mA, the power consumption is significantly reduced, with each channel approximately 60mW. The rated value of the 8-channel digital input module can now be set below 0.5
Another reason for opposing the use of split logic design is that sometimes DI modules must support different types of inputs. The standard 24V digital input specifications published by IEC are divided into Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Type 1 and Type 3 are usually used in combination because their current and threshold limits are very similar. Type 2 has a current limit of 6mA, which is higher. When using the split method, it may be necessary to redesign as most discrete values need to be updated.
However, integrated digital input products typically support all three types. Essentially, Type 1 and Type 3 are generally supported by integrated digital input devices. However, in order to meet the minimum current requirement of 6mA for Type 2 input, we need to use two channels in parallel for one field input. And only adjust the current limiting resistance. This requires a circuit board change, but the change is minimal.
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