Allen Bradley

The Allen Bradley ControlLogix sets a new standard for the PLC to deliver the high performance your application needs in an user friendly environment. The ControlLogix controller, with memory options that go up to 8MB, which support intensive process applications and allow for fast processing of motion applications. No processor is required to perform bridging and routing of I/O modules, in addition as the system grows, the network permits distributing control to more chassis.The memory options allow the user to specify the appropriate controller for their application. A CompactFlash card provides the capability to store a portable nonvolatile storage program. The AB ControlLogix I/O Rack is made in the following slot sizes of 4, 7, 10, 13, or 17 slots for modules to be installed. Multiple processors units, communication modules as well as I/O modules can be mixed without restriction. These Allen Bradley controllers have modular user memory (750KB through 8MB) and can address a large number of I/O (4,000 analog or 128,000 digital I/O maximum). They are capable of controlling both local I/O as well remotely located I/O. The maximum number of I/O connections remote from one controller is 250. An Allen Bradley ControlLogix processor can monitor/control I/O cards via many different Communication option including: EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, as well as Universal Remote I/O links.

The PowerFlex 700 series from Allen-Bradley is a series of adjustable-frequency AC drives designed for the control of 3-phase induction motors in oil well, speed, lifting, and positioning applications. PowerFlex 700 drives provide an economical solution for variable-torque pump and fan applications requiring speed control. The vector control algorithm supported by PowerFlex 700 drives includes Allen-Bradley Force Technology for advanced motor control. Additionally, these drives also support Volts per Hertz and sensorless vector control. PowerFlex 700 drives come in multiple enclosures, including IP 54 wall-mounted, IP 54 flange-mounted, IP 20 NEMA, and zero stacking enclosures. Integrated features such as an internal brake resistor, EMC filtering, and a communication interface enable considerable space conservation. PC-based software and LCD HMIs can be used for the programming and management of PowerFlex 700 drives. Optional communications adapters for the USB, Ethernet, ControlNet, and DeviceNet networks are available from Allen-Bradley. The input voltage classes for PowerFlex 700 drives and their corresponding power ratings are 0.37 to 66 kilowatts at 200 to 240 Volts, 0.37 to 132 kilowatts at 380 to 480 Volts AC, 1 to 150 Horsepower at 500 to 600 Volts AC, and 45 to 132 kilowatts at 690 Volts AC. A cassette is available for the PowerFlex 700 drives which house all the I/O, control, and encoder options and that can be interchanged with all the PowerFlex 700 drives. The maximum surrounding air temperature (without derating) for open IP 20 rated drives is from 0 to 50 degrees Celsius. The storage temperature for all the enclosure types is from -40 to 70 degrees Celsius.

The 1336 PLUS II drive series by Allen-Bradley is a series of compact and high-performance adjustable frequency AC drives with sensorless vector control that is designed to provide speed control solutions to a wide range of applications. The 1336 PLUS II drives offer common designs, control interface options, and device communication options that are found across the entire series which makes integration, installation, operator training, and maintenance simple. The 1336 PLUS II drives are available in ratings from 0.37 to 448 kiloWatts (0.5 to 600 Horsepower) with voltage ranges from 200 to 240 Volts AC, 380 to 480 Volts AC, and 500 to 600 Volts AC. They are available in 9 different frames (A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, C, D, and E), and they have constant torque and variable torque capabilities. The 1336 PLUS II drives use programmable pulse width modulation frequency with adjustable output voltage for exceptional speed and torque control, and these outputs can be easily fine-tuned to provide the desired performance under varying loads. The 1336 PLUS II drives have built-in fault detection and overload protection, and they also have real-time preventive and fault reporting capabilities that alert operators to any faults through alarms and plain text diagnostic messages for quick corrective measures. The 1336 PLUS II drives offer the users motor control with the standard Volts per Hertz control (with a customizable Volts per Hertz curve) and the sensorless vector control (SVC) which provide outstanding speed and torque performance, and a higher starting torque of up to 250%. The 1336 PLUS II drives have configurable I/O interfaces, optional human-machine interface modules, Remote I/O, RS-232/422, DeviceNet, and Enhanced DeviceNet modules, control interface modules (with and without encoder interfaces), and multiple language options. The 1336 PLUS II drives are available in IP 00 (Open), IP 20 (NEMA Type 1), or IP 54 (NEMA Type 12) installations, and they are CE, CSA, UL, C-TICK certified.

The PowerFlex 70 series is a family of advanced AC drives manufactured by Allen-Bradley. The drives can be programmed through either an LCD or LED HMI. The DriveExecutive and DriveExplorer software can also be used for drive programming from a computer. Typical applications for this drive family include fan and extruder applications. The available output ratings for PowerFlex 70 drives include 0.5 to 25 Horsepower for 240 Volts AC input, 0.5 to 50 Horsepower for 480 Volts AC input, and 0.5 to 50 Horsepower for 600 Volts AC input. The supported control methods are vector control with Force Technology, sensorless vector control, and Volts per Hertz control. PowerFlex 70 drives are available in the following enclosures: IP 20 NEMA /UL type 1 for mounting either inside or outside a control cabinet, IP 66 NEMA/UL types 4X/12 for indoor use, flange types for mounting a heatsink through the back of the enclosure, and Zero Stacking for the adjacent mounting of drives without an ambient temperature rating reduction. The integrated features available on PowerFlex 70 drives include EMC filtering, a dynamic brake resistor, and a communications interface. Multiple optional communication adapters are also available. Features such as slip compensation, safe torque-off, droop control, inertia ride-through, PI control, and user control sets are also available. Environmental specifications for PowerFlex 70 drives include a working temperature range of 32 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit for both IP 20 and flange mounted drives. The working temperature range for IP 66 drives is from 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. The recommended range for the relative humidity is from 0 to 95%.

The CompactLogix system is a Logix controller system widely used in medium and small industrial applications. These systems are used to control applications on the machine level. In general, a CompactLogix system is built by using a controller equipped with I/O modules and the DeviceNet communication network. The Allen-Bradley manufactured CompactLogix system offers state-of-the-art control, I/O, and communication in a compact package. It is manufactured with different specifications to meet different application needs based on the input type, output, memory type, communication module, enclosure type, and mounting options. The CompactLogix system can be controlled by using the RSLogix 5000 programming software. The Logix system is equipped with a variety of communication ports, including the Ethernet/IP and ControlNet ports. These ports are used with different kinds of networks. The built-in serial port is available to connect extra add-on devices to the controller system. The device support local expansion modules. The CompactLogix system can support 16/30 I/O modules with a maximum of 3 I/O banks with 2 expansion cables. The controller can keep the network parameters at any legal node address. An additional CompactFlash card can be added for extra storage. All the CompactLogix systems can be mounted by using a DIN Rail. During mounting, the spacing between enclosure walls and wireways should be maintained for proper airflow. The controllers are equipped with a lithium-ion battery to supply power. The batteries should be stored in a cool and dry place. All of the controller devices are equipped with a reset button which clears the user programs from the internal memory if the controllers have trouble during the startup. The controllers support device-level ring, linear, and traditional star topology. All of the CompactLogix controllers come with a 1-year warranty, starting from the date of installation.

The Allen-Bradley Point I/O 1734 modular system is designed to be different from the standard PLC controller configuration, signal acquisition, and actuator control assignment options. It is made to be an in-cabinet modular I/O platform whose modules can be stacked 1 to another and have 1 to 8 channels configured as analog or digital inputs or outputs. The system also has Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, or PROFIBUS adapters, RTD and thermocouple units, inputs for receiving signals from 5 Volts or 24 Volts rated encoders, I/O link masters, and RS-232 and RS-485 interface modules. The Point I/O 1734 system can exchange data with the PLCs whether they are installed in the same cabinet or whether they are serving as distributed I/O consoles that are positioned in extremely inaccessible and remote parts of the plant. This flexibility is further enhanced by the fact that safe and standard I/O modules can be installed in the same rack. The Allen-Bradley Point I/O 1734 modular system in the Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture allows the users to diagnose each channel individually within any installed module when there is short-circuiting or disconnected wire, and it even supports alarm configuring by the users and filtering options. The system is software supported by the Studio 5000 application software and they have local autonomous control. The modules installed in the Point I/O 1734 system can be removed and inserted under power (RIUP), which is one of the most useful features for automated systems where it is vital to replace defective components. With 2 Ethernet ports, this modular I/O system can be configured as a part of a linear, star, and ring EtherNet/IP network topologies while processing up to 504 channels locally.

The SLC 500 programmable controller series combines power with flexibility by offering a wide range of communication configurations, features, and memory options at an affordable price. The controllers utilize ladder-logic and structured-text programming to provide exceptional productivity and a smooth user interface. The broad selection of I/O modules, along with Ethernet, DH+, DH-485, ControlNet, and DeviceNet communication capabilities, makes SLC 500 controllers some of the most versatile on the market. Additionally, the SLC 500 series boasts an advanced instruction set, including file handling, sequencer, diagnostic, shift register, immediate I/O, and program control instructions. The modularity of the series offers many customization and configuration options, including but not limited to: adding I/O, memory, or communication interfaces. The SLC 500 modules even include backup options for increased fault tolerance via the ControlNet Hot Backup module or the PLC-5 Backup Communication module. If you are looking for a programmable controller that seamlessly combines power, flexibility, and affordability, then the SLC 500 series is for you.

The PLC 5 control systems are revolutionary inventions that have the ability to be programmed from a personal computer. They were developed to be the most advanced possible kind of industrial devices that are able to replace a huge number of relays while taking up considerably less space than the relays and they need very little supporting material such as wires and accessories. Prior to the PLC 5 devices, PLCs required dedicated computer support, but the PLC 5 series was initially programmed from the DOS operating system on any computer and later when it was further developed through the RSLogix5 software. The Allen-Bradley PLC-5 systems are basically made up of processors that decide how the system will react in certain input states based on the program, a rack that holds modules, I/O modules with different numbers of inputs and outputs, a power supply, and field wiring. The Allen-Bradley PLC 5 series processors include the most popular models such as the PLC-5/10, PLC-5/12, PLC-5/15, and the PLC-5/25 processors and special variants like the Enhanced, Ethernet, and ControlNet processors. To maintain the modularity of the system and to be ready for any future upgrades, all the processors are the same size, they can all process data from any 1771 I/O modules with up to 32 points per module, support the same programming software and instruction sets, and use ladder and SFCs in programming. This flexible programmable logic controller series allows for the support of classic digital and analog inputs and outputs, communication modules, and special I/O modules for exchanging information with flowmeters, encoders, weight scales, bar-code readers, and RF type devices.

The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700S AC drive family supports Phase II control for demanding applications. These drives come with the DriveLogix software which combines the powerful Logix engine with the high performance of the PowerFlex AC drives, resulting in an economical control solution. PowerFlex 700S drives come with multiple reset defaults for fast voltage/frequency setup. The available power ratings are 50 to 1500 kilowatts at 690 Volts AC, 1 to 1600 Horsepower at 500 to 600 Volts AC, 1 to 1250 Horsepower at 380 to 480 Volts AC, and 1 to 100 horsepower at 200 to 240 Volts AC. Both 6-pulse and 3-phase input provide a full rating for the drives while single-phase input provides only 50% of the rated current. The PowerFlex 700S drives can be configured through an optional LCD HMI, a remote keypad, and through computer-based drive management software such as the DriveTools SP and Connected Components Workbench software. The PowerFlex 700S drives come with SynchLink, a high-speed fiber-optic link for drive-to-drive synchronization and data transmission. Optional communication modules for serial, Ethernet, and ControlNet networks are also available. Multiple feedback options, including an incremental encoder, resolver, and a high-resolution encoder are available. Furthermore, the Stahl SSI and Temposonics interfaces for feedback devices are also available. Multiple motor control algorithms are supported by PowerFlex 700S drives, including flux vector control. PowerFlex 700S drives are certified by the ATEX, CE, C-Tick, and UL standards. The working temperature range for open and IP 20 rated drives is from 0 to 50 degrees Celsius while for IP 56 and NEMA/UL Type 1 drives, the working temperature range is from 0 to 40 degrees Celsius.