ABB AC500 PLC Programmable Controller Platform Solution

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ABB AC500 PLC Programmable Controller Platform Series
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AC500 PLC
 
ABB's powerful flagship PLC offers extensive functionality and upgradeability under a single, simple concept. Up to 4 communication modules can be expanded, and various combinations can communicate with almost all devices.
 
AC500-CPU
 
 
 
AC500 CPUs provide simple, safe and reliable automation solutions for new challenges.
 
Flexible and Scalable:
 
  • A wide range of CPUs, offering different memory capacities, performance and networking capabilities.
  • A set of integrated editing software to meet all AC500 PLC needs.
 
Network:
  • AC500 provides a variety of communication methods through the backplane and expansion modules, supports different combinations, forms a powerful network node, and realizes different automation solutions.
  • Using the built-in web server (free of charge), you can access reports, signals and news anytime, anywhere.
 
Application:
  • AC500 is suitable for different applications such as wind turbines, solar tracking, large ships, tunnel automation, traffic control, packaging, printing machinery and robots, etc.
  • Choose the AC500 platform, you can share the professional technology and software database of the original factory in different industries (for example: motion control, water treatment, solar energy, transmission)
 
 
AC500 - S500 I/O Module
 
 
 
 
We believe that expanding and adding field devices should be simple. Therefore, we have designed a variety of functional I/O modules, which are configurable in the software and provide different channel numbers and signal types.
 
You can choose and combine the mods you need:
I/O modules connected locally to the CPU through the I/O bus
Up to 10 I/O modules can be expanded locally on the CPU
Expansion of remote or decentralized I/O modules via communication interface modules
Each slave station can expand up to 10 I/O modules
Some modules cover multiple functions, such as AI531, which supports 8 signal types
 
 
AC500-eCo
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Meets the cost-effective needs of the small PLC market while being cross-platform compatible with the core AC500 series. The CPU can connect up to 10 I/O modules, and the CPU integrates a high-speed counter up to 50KHz. All Ethernet versions of the CPU integrate web server, FTP server and ModbusTCP. The pulse output module can perform multi-axis positioning.
 
 
Can be upgraded:
The flexibility of the AC500 platform allows you to expand according to your needs, saving you costs.
ABB AC500-eCo can be seamlessly integrated into the AC500 PLC family, providing you with an upgradeable modular system.
AC500-eCo provides individually tailored solutions for small applications using the S500 and S500-eCo I/O.
The Automation Builder project component is suitable for all AC500 PLC products, and it is easy to configure, save your time, and develop a large number of library files and function blocks.
 
Easy to Learn:
  • Users do not need editing tools, they can download the program through SD card
  • CPU integrated I/O signals are suitable for small control applications
  • Plug-in terminal blocks can be pre-wired
  • The module can be easily installed on the DIN rail
 
 
AC500-S Safety PLC
 
 
In order to achieve reliable, efficient and flexible safety automation systems, ABB has become an expert in the field of safety for the past 30 years, solving the most complex applications. Our engineers innovate and find ways to protect people, machines, processes and the environment.
 
Ideal for complex safety applications such as lifting, hoisting, robotics, wind turbines, etc.
An independent safety CPU, the advantage is that when the non-safety CPU stops running, it will not affect the safety CPU, and the safety CPU will run normally.
It can handle floating-point data and has higher control precision for speed and position.
Provides the concept of trigonometric functions to achieve precise measurements in the lifting industry.
Provide simple and flexible programming, support ST, FBD and LD programming languages.
The configuration and programming of safety PLC needs to use Automation Builder V1.0 or above, and the safety editor is based on SIL 3 (IEC 62061) and PL e (ISO 13849) standards.
TÜV-certified security code analysis tool (SCA), open the window through SCA to write clear and easy-to-understand code, helping you save time and money in security certification.
 
Extreme Environment Machine Safety PLC AC500-S-XC
 
Suitable for applications in harsh environments, such as hoisting, hoisting, winches, robotics, wind power, solar power, etc.
The module size, basic electrical characteristics and software compatibility are consistent with the standard AC500-S version.
Engineering and operations are more efficient, eliminating the additional expense of electrical cabinets and wiring.
 
AC500-S Safety PLC - S500 I/O Module
 
 
All S500 I/O safety complies with SIL3 (IEC 61508, IEC 62061) and PL e (ISO 13849-1) safety functional standards. And support CE, cUL, UL and C-Tick certification. These modules can be installed locally via the I/O bus or remotely using the PROFIsafe PROFINET protocol. All modules have built-in process power detection function.
 
Digital input module DI581-S:
 
  • 16 SIL2/PL d input channels, or 8 SIL3/PL e, 8 test pulse outputs.
  • Cables can be up to 1000 meters long.
  • All channels (including test pulse output) are protected against reverse polarity, reverse power supply, short circuit and maximum 30 V DC continuous overvoltage.
 
Digital input/output hybrid module DX581-S:
 
  • 8 SIL3/PL e output channels, 8 SIL2/PL d or 4 SIL3/PL e input channels, 4 test pulse outputs.
  • Cables can be up to 1000 meters long.
  • All channels (including test pulse output) are protected against reverse polarity, reverse power supply, short circuit and maximum 30 V DC continuous overvoltage.
 
Analog input module AI581-S:
 
  • 4 SIL2/PL d or 2 SIL3/PL e current input channels.
  • Configurable as 0...20 mA or 4...20 mA (1 or 2 channel mode).
  • 14-bit A/D converter resolution, LSB (least significant bit) 2.03 μA.
  • The conversion cycle of the high-speed analog current with PROFINET/PROFIsafe function is 0.33 ms.
 
Base plate TU582-S:
  • Integrated 40-pin spring terminal blocks.
  • Replacing an I/O module requires no rewiring.
  • Support rail installation or wall installation with screws and accessories.
  • Firm, flexible installation, support IP20 protection level.
 
AC500-S components are available in XC version (Extreme Environment) for use in harsh environments.
 
AC500-XC
 
 
 
 
 
The "extreme environment" module has a wider operating temperature range, is resistant to vibration and harmful gases, and is suitable for high altitude and humid environments. With the built-in functions of anti-dust, anti-scale, anti-condensation and anti-harmful gas, it can completely replace expensive cabinets.
 
AC500-XC-CPU
The AC500-XC provides simple, safe and reliable automation solutions to adapt to new challenges.
 
Flexible and Scalable:
 
  • Instant, high-speed data exchange meets the needs of control systems.
  • Wide range of high-speed extreme-environment CPUs offering varying memory, performance and network capabilities.
 
Network:
  • AC500-XC CPU provides a variety of communication methods through onboard and expansion modules. Through different combinations, it forms a powerful network node and realizes different automation solutions.
  • Easy to align with previous solutions and ready for current and future scenarios.
 
Application:
  • AC500-XC CPU can be used in harsh environment:
  • Operating temperature -40ºC to +70ºC.
  • Anti-vibration (IEC61131-2/IEC60068-26).
  • Resistance to corrosive gases (IEC60721-3.3 3C2) i.e. H2S, SO2/SO3, NOX.
  • Anti-salt spray (EN60068-2-52/ EN60068-2-11).
  • High altitude, 4000 meters above sea level or max 620 hPA.
  • EMC (EN61000-4-4 and EN61000-4-5).
  • Shock resistance (IEC60068-2-27).
  • Electrostatic discharge max. 8 KV.
 
Using the built-in web server (free of charge), you can access reports, signals and news anytime, anywhere.
AC500-XC products are marked with snowflakes, and AC500-eCo has no corresponding extreme environment products.
 
AC500-XC - S500 I/O Module
 
 
 
 
We believe that expanding and adding field devices should be simple. Therefore, we have designed a variety of functional I/O modules, which are configurable in the software and provide different channel numbers and signal types.
You can choose and combine the mods you need:
 
I/O modules connected locally to the CPU through the I/O bus
Up to 10 I/O modules can be expanded locally on the CPU
Expansion of remote or decentralized I/O modules via communication interface modules
Each slave station can expand up to 10 I/O modules
Some modules cover multiple functions, such as AI531, which supports 8 signal types
 
Human-Machine Interface:
 
Our human-machine control panels provide a wide range of products from 4.3 inches to 21 inches, from economical models to products with high-end performance that support multi-touch. Provides rich object libraries and drivers for ABB automation products, including ABB Robotics IRC5 controller drivers.
 
 
Automation Builder Editing Software
 
Automation Builder integrates all tools for programming and maintaining PLCs, drives, motion control, control panels and robots. IEC 61131-3 compliant, all 5 IEC programming languages for configuring PLCs and drives are available. In addition, it also has continuous function diagram, C/C++ language, extensive function library and powerful embedded simulation and visualization functions. Automation Builder supports multiple languages (English, German, French, Chinese, Spanish), has program libraries, FTP functions, SMTP, SNTP, intelligent diagnostics and debugging functions. Users can download it from http://new.abb.com/plc/automationbuildr.