ABB AC500 PLC

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ABB AC500 PLCMost downtime is caused by either human error or device malfunction, which can be avoided with the right solution. Using dual CPU’s helps negate the risk of total system failure, thus enhancing system availability. If the retention of critical data and the avoidance of downtime are important to an application, the ABB AC500 PLC is an ideal solution for the application. The ABB AC500 PLC is a greater resource with no downtime in hardware / software failure with the double CPU’s it offers and communication fieldbus CS31. The ABB AC500 PLC is cost efficient and is easy on system maintenance through the use of standard hardware.

Communication with the ABB AC500 PLC is flexible, real time capability and the highest possible data transmission speed on automation systems. ABB developed a communication platform for the ABB AC500 PLC that offers customer oriented solutions for the most varied communication tasks. Simple network configuration and diagnostic options using the PS501 Control Builder Plus enables fast planning, implementation and commissioning. ABB AC500 PLC supports Profinet I/O , Profibus DP, CANopen, DeviceNet, CS31, Modbus RTU, RCOM, Ethernet, Internet and EtherCat.

Encoder Feedback Module

The ABB AC500 PLC offers a scalable CD522 encoder module that offers accuracy and dynamic flexibility for a customized solution. The ABB CD522 encoder module has two independent encoder inputs on board and can be easily configured using the ABB Control Builder software for ten different operation modes and for frequencies up to 300 kHz. The ABB CD522 encoder module can solve counting tasks and offers pulse outputs and integrated inputs, making it capable of reacting very quickly when receiving inputs directly from the machine. The ABB CD522 encoder module ensures higher productivity and safer operations. ABB CD522 also supports Impulse, Incremental and Absolut interfaces.

Applications

The ABB AC500 PLC can be used in an array of applications such as in wind mills, solar trackers, high-volume circuit breaker production, large ships, tunnel automation and traffic control, packaging and printing machines. The ABBAC500 PLC can be combined in three CPU-integrated communication interfaces with up to four different communication couplers. The ABB AC500 PLC can be integrated with the most suitable automation devices into their specific solution. ABB AC500 PLC can also be used in multiple protocol systems for new, demanding applications or simple protocol conversion gateways.To learn more about the ABB AC500 PLC, please visit the ABB Website.