Complete Communications & Networking Catalog
Complete Communications & Networking Catalog
This section provides an overview of the Actuator Sensor Interface (AS-Interface), highlighting its role in reducing wiring complexity and costs in automation systems. The AS-Interface allows for the connection of up to 62 switches and pilot lights using a two-wire system, which can be extended up to 300 meters with repeaters. This setup significantly reduces the amount of wiring required, leading to cost savings and easier maintenance.
- SX5A AS-Interface I/O Modules: Available in various configurations, including 4 inputs, 2 inputs/2 outputs, and 4 inputs/3 outputs.
- Safety Features: Includes safety interlock switches and emergency stop switch boxes.
- SwitchNet Control Units: These units connect directly to the AS-Interface network, reducing wiring and overall costs.
- Spring Clamp Terminals: These terminals simplify wiring by eliminating the need for screws, thus saving time.
The document compares conventional wiring with AS-Interface and SwitchNet wiring, demonstrating significant cost savings. AS-Interface wiring reduces the total cost by approximately 25% due to decreased labor and material costs. The use of 2-wire cables for SwitchNet units further simplifies the wiring process, reducing time and costs associated with traditional methods.
Graphs and tables illustrate the cost benefits of using AS-Interface and SwitchNet wiring over conventional methods. The total cost is broken down into labor and material costs, both inside and outside the panel, showing a clear advantage for AS-Interface systems.
Catalog excerpts
Automation & Sensing OI Touchscreens PLCs Automation Software Power Supplies Sensors Communication www.IDEC.com/communication Barriers
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Communication & Networking AS-Interface Overview (Actuator Sensor Interface) 73W See PLC section for more information. Visit www.IDEC.com/powersupply SX5A AS-Interface Safety Contact IDEC for more information. AS-Interface Flat Cable Connector Power Supplies Automation Software MicroSmart Pentra SX5A AS-Interface Safety Communication Terminal (Safety Slave) IDEC SmartRelay 4 inputs 2 inputs/2 outputs (See PLC section for more information) Contact IDEC for more information Emergency Stop Switch Box Safety Interlock Switches Contact IDEC for more information
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Communication & Networking Link to the world and reduce wiring at the same time! SwitchNet Control Units directly connect to an AS-Interface network Panels can be built with substantially less wiring at a lower total cost. • Signals and power are carried through two wires. • A maximum of 62 switches and pilot lights can be connected. The wire length can be extended to 300m by using two repeaters. • Spring clamp terminals save wiring time. Each control switch or pilot light contains a communication chip (AS-Interface Ver. 2.1). XA & XW E-Stops Automation Software T-branch Connector Contact IDEC...
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Communication & Networking Easy & Flexible Quick & Secure Connection Easy Wiring SX5A AS-Interface Communication Terminal Spring clamp terminal Contact Pins Base Module Power Supplies Automation Software AS-Interface Flat Cable (Not supplied by IDEC) Contact pins pierce through the cable’s insulation and make secure contact with the copper conductor. After disconnecting the AS-Interface communication terminal, the elasticity of the sheath closes the pierced holes and maintains insulation. Spring clamp reduces wiring time SwitchNet control units feature spring clamp terminals, eliminating the...
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Space & Wire Savings MicroSmart AS-Interface Master Module AS-Interface Communication Terminal (IP20) SX5A AS-Interface Power Supply PS2R Inside Panel Power Supply for Auxiliary Power PS5R AS-Interface Flat Cable Branch Connector (IP65) SX9Z-CF1 SwitchNet Control Units HW·L6 Auxiliary Power Line AS-Interface Sensor AS-Interface Flat Cable Branch Connector (IP65) SX9Z-CF1 General-purpose Sensor Automation Software AS-Interface Flat Cable End Tube (IP65) SX9Z-CPA1 Outside Panel Inside Panel AS-Interface Communication Terminal (IP67) SX5A Switching Power Supply PS5R Outside Panel Power Supplies...
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Communication & Networking Cost Savings Inside-Panel Wiring Example: Cost Savings Approximately 25% Wiring Comparison Conventional Wiring AS-Interface & SwitchNet Wiring PLC Power Supply Power Supply PLC PLC AS-Interface Master Module AS-Interface Master Module PLC PLC Power Terminal Supply Blocks Power Terminal Supply Blocks Terminal Blocks Terminal Blocks Conventional pushbuttons, pilot lights, illuminated pushbuttons Conventional pushbuttons, pilot lights, illuminated pushbuttons Total Power Supplies CostCost TotalTotal Cost Total Cost Automation Software AS-Interface Power Supply AS-Interface...
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