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Plants, products, and systems are becoming increasingly networked. This has resulted in a major effort to set machine-to-machine (M2M) communication standards. In recent years, one such standard has already established itself on the market: OPC UA. This cross-vendor, open architecture is designed for information exchange in industrial communication. In addition to M2M communication, the technology supports data and information exchange between machines and higher-level systems in Industry 4.0 environments. Pepperl+Fuchs presents the world’s first IO-Link master with an OPC UA interface that combines the architecture’s benefits in one device.
Seamless Communication at Every Level
OPC UA, short for Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture, enables the platform-independent, interoperable, and cross-vendor collaboration of machines in production and makes communication between machines and systems possible—both in closed networks and via internet. OPC UA is more than just a communication protocol because the architecture also includes data models and interaction concepts. The interface is also scalable, which makes it suitable for both small- and large-scale infrastructures and supports use with mobile devices.
OPC UA is based on standards and guidelines that must be followed for compliant use of OPC UA communication. This way, the technology helps make processes in plants even more efficient while ensuring a seamless information exchange across all levels.
Your Solution for Cloud- and PLC-Based Systems
For the first time, Pepperl+Fuchs has incorporated OPC UA into IO-Link masters and is now introducing the ICE 2 (EtherNet/IP) and ICE3 (PROFINET) master series in addition to the ICE1 masters that are used for PLC-based systems and time-critical applications. Both new IO-Link master series come with an OPC UA interface and a real-time fieldbus protocol, making them an ideal solution for cloud-based applications that are less time-sensitive. With a completely web-based configuration concept that does not require additional software, they exemplify efficient commissioning and are an optimal solution for standalone applications with no superior PLC. All module settings can be saved as a separate file, so the configuration can be easily transferred to a new device (module cloning).
Simultaneous, interference-free communication via OPC UA and Ethernet-based fieldbus protocols also makes hybrid systems possible. In these cases, a PLC coordinates all time-sensitive applications and processes, while less time-sensitive, aggregated condition data is transferred to the cloud. Because of the MultiLink protocol, you can simultaneously access the device via the PLC and the cloud.
Highlights of the IO-Link Masters with OPC UA Interface
- Cross-vendor, platform-independent exchange of information (M2M communication)
- Flexible solution for both cloud-based and hybrid systems with a combination of PLC and cloud
- Completely web-based configuration concept for user-friendly commissioning
- Module cloning function enables easy device replacement and plant expansion
Introducing the Turck IM12 & IMX12 interface device series, a new generation of certified isolated barriers for use in hazardous areas. These devices are used to protect, isolate and convert electrical signals and connect them into controllers or remote I/O. Key features include a state-of-the-art design, including more high channel density than previous Turck solutions, ensuring a smaller footprint. Plus, a power rail reduces wiring and ensures easy installation. Featuring slim 12.5mm housings, the hazardous area isolated barriers and ex-analog signal isolators offer the highest signal density on the market.
The IM12 product series is ideal for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries as well as other manufacturing applications such as temperature monitoring, fluid treatment or speed monitoring. The incredible speed, accuracy and flexibility of the IMX12 devices also makes them well suited for process automation applications including oil/gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical. The isolating switching amplifiers offer a maximum switching frequency of up to 15,000 Hz.
Turck IM12/IMX12 Interface Devices
Turck Technical Datasheets
Turck’s Deutsch DTM Series connectors provide all the rugged benefits of an overmolded connector in a package designed for smaller AWG wires and lower current applications. Solid contacts provide long term performance in demanding environments.
The newly designed 6-pin offering is available in pin or socket configuration and features the same environmentally robust advantages of the DT connector series.
FEATURES
- Solid contacts
- Meets IEC IP67
- TPU connector body
- 22 AWG conductors
- Cut-through and abrasion resistant TPE
- Flexible and oil resistant
- Temperature range -40 to +105 °C
- Sunlight resistant
- Cold bend rated to -40 °C
CARLO GAVAZZI is pleased to announce the launch of our new Photoelectric Laser Sensors with Integrated IO-Link Communications. The LD30 Series are laser sensors feature great background suppression based on the Time of Flight (ToF) sensing principle. These series of photoelectric sensors have a sensing range of up to 1,000mm for either dark or white objects. The background suppression has been increased four times compared to previous versions. In addition, the LD30 sensors come in a very compact housing making it ideal for locations with limited space and can be used in an IO-Link network or standard non IO-Link systems. When these sensors are used in an IO-Link network, important data points, like the actual distance to the target can be obtained.
This new family consists of 4 sensor types, in either IP67 plastic (LD30CNB) or IP69K stainless steel AISI316L (LD30ETB) housings. Furthermore, every sensor can be easily configured in more than half a million combinations through the IO-Link communications, which increases flexibility to solve challenging applications.
The LD30 sensors have been developed to operate in IO-Link environments, where the sensing performance needs to be monitored and logged. Thanks to the easy and full customization of the sensors, you can choose from lots of combinations of settings and meet your specific requests.
The LD30 Laser Photoelectric Sensors with IO-Link feature:
- IP69K Stainless steel housing or IP67 Plastic housing
- Two separate switching signal channels (SSC)
- Long range background suppression
- Adjustable sensing distance between 50 to 1000mm via potentiometer or IO-Link
- Modes of operation: Single point, two point and window
- Temperature alarms and logging functions
- Logic gates functionality: AND, OR, X-OR and Gated Set Reset Flip-Flop
- Operating temp.: -25°C to +50°C (-13° to +122°F)
- Time Delay Functionality: On delay, off delay, one shot leading or trailing edge with values between 1ms to 32,767 minutes
- Two independent outputs fully configurable: NPN/PNP, Push-pull, external input or remote teach NO or NC
- 2m PVC cable or M8-plug
- IO-Link communication V 1.1
These sensors have been designed to fulfill the industrial requirements and provide accurate detection of objects of different sizes, shapes or surface structures, in the Food and Beverage, Machine Tools, Packaging and Wrapping, Plastics and Rubber, and Material Handling markets.
Carlo Gavazzi LD30 Photoelectric Laser Sensors
Carlo Gavazzi Technical Datasheets
Pro-face America announces the release of the SP5000X eXtreme HMI Series for hazardous locations (3C3). This Outdoor Rated HMI provides:
- Sunlight Readable, 1000 nits, Anti-Glare Displays
- -30º C to +70ºC Operating Temperature
- 7" and 12" Wide Displays
- Conformal Coating for environmental protection
- IP66F, IP67F, Type 4X (indoor and outdoor use), Type 12, Type13 (on the front panel when properly installed in an enclosure).
These specifications and many more make this HMI suitable for some outdoor applications including fire trucks, trains, and construction equipment; parking lots and gas stations. Include the J1939 Communication Modue to use this Outdoor HMI on large trucks and agriculture equipment.
Pro-face SP5000X Outdoor HMI for Hazardous Locations
Pro-face Technical Datasheets
The Universal Digital Timer from Crouzet offers the same ease of use as analog timers, but it is powered with visualization, higher precision, and all the functions you need (up to 138). The new Universal Digital Timer is well suited for a wide range of applications, ranging from heating and cooling in building equipment, motor or pump control, industrial processes, lighting systems applications and many more.
The SYR-LINE Universal Digital Timer's high-contrast LED screen enables you to monitor the status of the timer. You can see the current time, the function and timing configurations, and know if you are receiving an input signal or if the relay output is activated.
Its monitoring is made easy for you by adding:
- Large, easy to read digits in 17.5mm for a clear and easy view of your timing status.
- Full scrolling words for best reading in such a slim body.
- Precise timing setting.
The large, manual dial makes configuration easy and intuitive using just your hands, even while wearing gloves. Its wide time range, universal mounting connection, and the ability to accept universal voltage input gives the Universal Digital Timer a universal flexibility. It can indeed be programmed from 0.1 second to a 100-day delay and be used with any power supply available, since it works with voltages from 12 to 240VAC/DC. The Universal Digital Timer includes ALL the functions you need to run your applications, from the classics like on-delay or off-delay, to special ones like repeat cycle. It also allows you to adapt them and get up to 138 real operating functions in one single product. This universal flexibility makes it the only ultra multi-function timer.
The new Universal Digital Timer has been built to be simple to use. You can program it in your hands without any power supply. Using the Basic parameters, you can configure your timer in only four steps and get it ready in just a few seconds. With the Advanced mode, you can configure all the optional additional parameters. Among those, the Universal Digital Timer offers two great features for you to set the limits. You can either limit user access by setting a password and defining user rights (full access, change time only, view only) or define time limit setting by allowing users to change time only between lower and upper limits.
The Universal Digital Timer can operate in environments from -20°C to +50°C and is certified under cULus and CE.
Additionally, the Crouzet DesignLAB team can develop and co-design your own timer with specific connections, specific output power, special functions, and your own branding. Simply contact the DesignLAB team to start working together.
Crouzet DZ1R Universal Digital Timers
Crouzet Technical Datasheets
Rittal, the global leader for industrial enclosures, climate control, power management systems, and automation services, now offers a special adapter that retrofits comprehensive communications capabilities to ensure that you can integrate existing Blue e cooling units into condition monitoring and IoT systems.
Smart manufacturing is driven by the rise of technology; digital retrofit may be the most economical solution when a company’s equipment lacks adequate communication capabilities. When installed, the new adapter ensures the units can link up to smart condition monitoring and IoT systems.
Higher system availability
The new adapter can be used to set up condition monitoring for up to 10 cooling units in a master/slave arrangement. That means not only can data be recorded, but efficiency analyses can also be carried out on the cooling solution. A monitoring system that issues automatic notifications can also be set up to detect faults and limit breaches, thereby helping boost availability and prevent expensive machine downtime.
The new adapter is compatible with all NEMA 12, 3R/4, and 4X rated – both wall and roof-mounted – Blue e units that employ Rittal’s Comfort Controller. The NEMA 3R/4 or NEMA 4X classification, which are often used outdoors, are ideally suited for incorporation into IoT applications. Typical examples of outdoor applications for these units include renewable energy facilities such as solar and wind power plants. As these plants are usually located in isolated areas, it is essential that they incorporate remote monitoring.
Straightforward commissioning
Combining the IoT Interface with the IoT Adapter, Blue e cooling units may be integrated into higher-level systems. Rittal developed the new IoT Adapter because the older Blue e units cannot communicate directly with the IoT interface. The whole system can be configured and commissioned via the web server integrated into the IoT interface – quickly, conveniently and without the need for any programming.
“Our new Blue e adapter is the ‘easy way’ to get cooling units IoT-ready in industrial applications,” said Mike Freund, managing director for the U.S. at Rittal. “For a company to truly implement smart manufacturing, its machinery and equipment must be able to communicate over a network, our new special adapter retrofits existing cooling units to offer comprehensive communication capabilities.”
Rittal Blue e IoT Adapter
Rittal Technical Datasheets
