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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series

Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series
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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series

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Introduction: The document introduces the SigmaPAC®, a Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) by ASCON S.p.A., emphasizing its modularity, scalability, and compliance with international standards, suitable for various industrial applications.
Key Features:
  • Modularity and Flexibility: SigmaPAC offers a variety of I/O modules with autonomous functions and integrated bus interfaces, supporting both centralized and distributed solutions.
  • Advanced Control Functions: It includes advanced PID control, logic, and batch control capabilities, supporting protocols like Modbus, CAN, Profibus, and Ethernet.
  • Programming Environment: Utilizes the IEC 61131-3 standard, providing a comprehensive development environment with multiple programming languages and tools for easy maintenance and development.
Performance and Reliability:
  • Robust Architecture: Designed for rugged industrial environments, offering shock and vibration resistance, and operating within industrial temperature ranges.
  • Connectivity: Features multiple interface ports, including serial RS232/485, Ethernet, and fieldbus options, ensuring maximum connectivity and integration with existing systems.
Applications: Applicable in industries such as plastics, packaging, food processing, automotive, ceramics, glass, pharmaceuticals, power, HVAC, shipbuilding, and water treatment.
Communication and Integration:
  • Open Connectivity: Supports open connectivity with major fieldbuses and integrates OPC technologies for seamless communication with SCADA systems.
  • Web Server: An integrated web server allows real-time monitoring and modification of process data via standard internet browsers.
Programming and Tools:
  • OpenPCS Automation Suite: Supports multitasking and structured programming, with powerful debugging and simulation tools.
  • Function Libraries: Includes libraries for control, auxiliary, and I/O functions, facilitating rapid development and deployment of automation solutions.
Specifications: The SigmaPAC system includes several control units with varying ports and memory specifications. It supports CANopen configuration and includes an embedded real-time clock for task scheduling and event handling.
Environmental and Electrical Requirements: Operates on a 24Vdc power supply, with specific temperature ranges for operation and storage. Designed for DIN rail mounting with IP20 protection and complies with CE Marking standards.
Modules and Panels: Offers various analogue and digital modules with different configurations and operator panels with programmable features and IP65 front panel protection.
Software and Accessories: Includes CANopen Configurator software, Autolink SCADA system, and various power supply units and connectors.
Support and Services: ASCON provides system configuration assistance, post-sale services, and training seminars, supported by a global network of sales centers and distributors.
Conclusion: SigmaPAC is a versatile and powerful automation solution, offering extensive connectivity, robust performance, and ease of integration, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-1

? Advanced PID control ? Logic and batch control ? Open connectivity to Most Major Fieldbuses ? IEC 61131-3 Programming System FieldbusEthernet Serialinterface E > ISO 9001 ISO 9001 Certified Certified size="-1">

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-2

One system... many solutions SigmaPAC offers a vast range of possible configurations: ? A wide variety of I/O modules withautonomous functions and integrated bus interface? An ability to carry out process controlfunctions and constant, logical and sequential controls? Personalized libraries of Function Blocksfor specific application sectors? Interface with the most common buses in industrial environments (Modbus, CAN, Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet, etc)? DIN-rail mounting with removable screw or spring terminals? Possibility to develop centralized ordistributed solutions without modifying or...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-6

OpenPCS Automation Suite The multitasking programming environment allows the project to be split into different tasks, executed sequentially or on the basis of a time cycle. The variable declaration window guides users towards structured programming. The 5 language editors aid in the correct execution of the application, automatically highlighting the keywords in the textual languages, and allow the function menus to be accessed rapidly. The diagnostics window allows any errors to be immediately identified during the project compilation phase. Powerful and complete online debugging tools and...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-7

? SetPoint programmer ? F Ascon Auxiliary Library > ? PID with advanced functions ? Automatic/Manual output ? Autotuning function ? Heat/Cool algorithms (with overlap) Ascon Control Library Vast function libraries to aid programming Three libraries contain numerous function blocks for rapid and effective achievement of control and sequence routines. Includes Function Blocks aimed at configuring, exchanging data and activating advanced functions in the I/O modules. Ascon I/O Library > o calculation? Simplified reading/writing for network Operator Panels ? Moving average calculation ? Function...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-10

Programmable Automation Controller IEC 61131-3 compliant. I/O Modules Wide range of modules for analogue, digital, relay input/output signals. Open PCS Automation Suite Ascon Edition Complete programming environment according IEC 61131-3 standard with Ascon Function Libraries. Operator Panels Colour and monochrome touch screen panelsfor local HMI with different sizes. AccessoriesAutolink Standard SCADA software for local and remote HMI with trends, logs, alarms, etc... CANopen configurator Standard software for network configuration and data analisys. Power supply Various sizes available. Additional...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-11

Integrated Features An embedded real time clock manages task scheduling and event handling. Special functions, such as Watchdog or Wake Up alarms, are available to control the correct functionality of a SigmaPAC system, and can be used by external devices for security purposes. CANopen Configuration The CANopen network may be set up in one of two ways: ? Ascon I/O Library ? Standard CANopen Configuration software In both cases, all slave settings are stored in the non-volatile memory of the Control Unit. When the Control Unit is started, all slave nodes are automatically configured. Programming...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-14

OP39 ? 64K color 10.4 TFT display? VGA (640x480 pixel) resolution ? Resistive touch screen ? Connection to industrial bus systems and Ethernet (requires plug-in modules) ? 32 MB internal Flash memory ? 32 MB on removable media (option) ? SSFDC memory card ? Programmable with ԓDesigner software tool (option) ? IP65 front panel protection ? Dimensions (mm): Front 287 x 232 x 5 ? Cutout (mm): 276 x 221 - Cutout depth 91. > A variety of Operator Panel sizes are available.Connection to SigmaPAC system via: 1) Serial RS485 (Modbus RTU driver embedded) 2) CANopen with optional interface board. Designer...

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Programmable Automation Controllers - SigmaPAC Series-15

CANopen Configurator This software utility allows the CANopen network to beconfigured by integrating other third party devices with EDS files. A single file containing all the information may be imported into the OpenPCS programming system allowing access to the network variables through defined TAGs lists. Autolink: the easy SCADA ? Data acquisition and monitoring? Process operation ? Extensive driver library ? Mimic and pre-formatted pages ? Real time and historical trending ? Powerful alarm handling ? Flexible configurable reporting ? Recipe management ? Security levels for operator access...

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