Ethernet I/O
Ethernet I/O
It is a trend to move towards network based I/O to reduce wiring costs. The Ethernet network is rapidly becoming the most popular I/O network for industrial applications. Ethernet I/O is becoming smarter and equipped with control functions as they move from yesterday's I/O multiplexers to the smallest remote Ethernet input/output modules. Advantech's
Ethernet I/O Modules consist of two product series; ADAM-5000 and ADAM-6000.
Advantech's ADAM-5000 and ADAM-6000 series are designed to realize the concept of the smart Ethernet I/O blocks. With control algorithms and mathematical functions built in, the ADAM-5000/6000 series combined is a revolutionary group of Ethernet I/O modules which distributed the intelligence in automated systems.
Main Ethernet I/O Units
The ADAM-5000/TCP, Ethernet-based I/O system, is designed to acquire data, monitor and control processes through multi-channel I/O modules. Each system consists of two modular components: the system kernel (main unit) and the I/O modules. Each system is capable of handling up to 4 I/O modules (up to 64 I/O points). The ADAM-5000/TCP is capable of handling up to 8 I/O modules (up to 128 I/O points). Depending on the layout and the number of Ethernet I/O points required, you can configure an optimum system to suit your applications.
In addition, ADAM-5000/TCP supports Modbus/RTU and Modbus/TCP drivers to link with on-the-shelf, popular HMI/SCADA software.
Analog Ethernet I/O Modules
Advantech's ADAM-5000 series analog Ethernet input/output modules can be easily configured for different types and ranges of input/output to support versatile applications using the same utility software. Advantech's ADAM-6000 series analog Ethernet I/O modules use microprocessor-controlled, high resolution, 16-bit, sigma-delta A/D converters to acquire sensor signals such as voltage, current, thermocouple or RTD. These Ethernet I/O modules also provide mathematical functions, including MAX, MIN, AVG, and other in analog input/output modules. The ADAM-6000 mixed I/O modular design optimizes the performance and usage of I/O and minimizes the engineering efforts and maintenance cost.
Digital Ethernet I/O Modules
Advantech's ADAM-5000 series of digital Ethernet input/output modules are equipped with isolation and failure protection functions to provide a reliable system. Advantech's ADAM-6000 digital Ethernet input/output channels provide three operational modes, with each channel able to set its operational mode independently.
Why Ethernet I/O
The integration of automation and enterprise systems and the adoption of an e-manufacturing
Strategy requires a shift in the manufacturing system architecture. E-manufacturing demands open access to real-time production data from the field. To achieve a seamless level of integration between plant floors and the enterprise level, some fundamental changes have to occur in I/O systems. E-manufacturing means the power of the Internet and I/O systems are used to take things one step further by leveraging Internet technology. These revolutionary I/O systems are web-enabled, smart and are "just-fit" mixed I/O modules. Improvement of the PLC has been gradually moving from logic and I/O in a single chassis, to Ethernet I/O in remote locations. Advantech's ADAM-5000 and ADAM-6000 Ethernet I/O series is based on the concept described above.
To meet the requirements of future automation, smart I/O blocks have become popular in I/O system design. To implement the smart I/O blocks concept, I/O systems should be placed as close to the field sensors as possible. Therefore, intelligent control algorithms or basic mathematical functions are essential in Ethernet I/O systems. ADAM-5000/6000 Ethernet input/output modules provide intelligent functions that accelerate future automation development.
The Internet is the major technology that allows all levels of an organization to be able to communicate and make the sensor-to-boardroom model a reality. Access can be realized from any device that utilizes a standard web browser, so connections between remote manufacturing plants, production planners, plant managers, and the CEO can be made without having to create a dedicated proprietary network. Since a web page can be installed in the I/O system as a Web I/O, then not only a sensor-to-boardroom model can be practiced, but sensor-to-home, and a sensor-to-mobile display can also be realized. Advantech's ADAM-6000 Ethernet I/O modules provide built-in standard and customizable web pages, which truly demonstrate the power of Ethernet I/O.
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full of features, Advantech's ADAM-6000 series Ethernet I/O is our fastest
growing distributed I/O product line. These modules are perfect for highly
distributed applications that need a direct connection to an Ethernet network.
The ADAM-6000 Ethernet-enabled data acquisition and control module works
as an Ethernet I/O data processing center. This new product is not only
a standard I/O, but also an intelligent system designed with local control
functions and a Modbus/TCP standard for users to easily develop various
applications over Ethernet.The ADAM-5000/TCP is an Ethernet-based distributed
I/O system. Without a repeater, the ADAM-5000/TCP can cover a communication
distance up to 100m. This allows remote configuration via the Ethernet and
8 PCs can simultaneously access the data.
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