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News Release from: Festo | Subject: Intelligent analogue I/O modules
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 14 July 2006
Intelligent analogue I/O modules are
flexible
A series of intelligent analogue I/O modules provide machine builders with unprecedented placement and control flexibility.
Festo has launched two new series of intelligent analogue I/O modules that provide machine builders with unprecedented placement and control flexibility Intended for use with the company's renowned CPX terminal controller, the modules have four independent channels - each backed by comprehensive fieldbus-based remote diagnostic capabilities - making them especially cost-effective for applications involving a large number of analogue channels or temperature sensors
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 22 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The new series includes two types of I/O modules, one for temperature sensing, the other for signal detection.
The CPX-4AE-T modules are designed for use with standard RTD (resistance temperature detector) temperature sensors and resistance thermometers, and encompass a wide measurement range of -200 to +850 deg C.
Each measurement channel offers 16-bit resolution and is suitable for use with a broad range of sensors, including PT standard and climatic and NI standard.
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The modules can be digitally programmed with a variety of parameters, including data format, limit values, scaling, temperature sensor attributes and power supply overload behaviour.
The new CPX-4AE-I signal detection modules offer 12-bit resolution and are designed for use with standard 4-20 mA sensors for measuring pressure, vacuum, flow rate and distance.
They feature integral LEDs for simple, visual diagnosis of individual channel or module faults.
Programmable attributes include data format, limit values and scaling.
Both series of modules can employ low-cost 2-, 3- or 4-core cabling and offer a wide range of connection options, including M12 5-pin, cage clamp (open connections) and sub-D type.
Installation, commissioning and replacement can be performed very quickly and easily, without disturbing adjacent wiring.
Festo's new analogue I/O modules are designed for use with the company's CPX terminal controller, which is a modular, high functionality hub with an Ethernet interface and extensive fieldbus protocol support; a unique handheld terminal is also available, to facilitate powerful local diagnostics if required.
The analogue I/O modules form part of a comprehensive range of fully compatible control products, all of which offer a high degree of environmental protection and are suitable for mounting on or near equipment, without the need for a cabinet.
Other CPX modules within the range include PNP and NPN digital input units, M12 and M8 connection blocks, and two types of position transducers for use with pneumatic actuators.
* About Festo - Festo manufactures pneumatic and electrical components and systems for automating industrial processes.
The company has an annual turnover in excess of EUR 1.4 billion, and has facilities in 176 countries around the world.
Festo operates an aggressive RandD programme, holds over 2800 worldwide patents, and introduces about 100 innovative new products to the market every year. Request a free brochure from Festo ...
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