Your advantages at a glance

  • Innovative operating concept

    Intuitive, redesigned GUI; no adjustment of the controller configuration required

  • High-performance

    High-performance processor for quick image composition

  • Multi-Thread-System

    The system offers greater stability thanks to independently running threads.

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Tab content: Functional description

Functional description

Operation

  • Simple, intuitive menu-guided operation via keyboard and freely programmable special keys
  • Process-oriented programming
  • Switch language in the menu
  • Custom configuration options for system designers

Technology

  • Convenient process visualisation with a high-resolution 10" display
  • Quick reaction times for controlling and image composition thanks to the Intel Atom processor
  • Network capable via Gigabit Ethernet
  • CAN Bus and Profibus (Slave/Master) connection possible
  • Remote communication via modem for monitoring and maintenance
  • Hardware watchdog for digital and analogue outputs and for the overall system
  • Flush-mount case for control panel with seal on the front, protection level IP65

Data recording

  • Recording of all process variables
  • Integrated write function
  • Graphic and numerical data output
  • Print functions
  • Quality certification under DIN ISO 9000

Regulation

  • Multi-system regulation
  • All standard control algorithms with parameter switching and setpoint correction
  • Special functions (such as diffusion processes, F value calculation)

Controlling

  • Integrated PLC (S5© and S7© compatible)
  • Manual operating mode
  • Sequence control
  • Special functions (such as impulse firing system)

Visualisation

  • Process view(s) with status display
  • Alarm and report display with help function
  • Online process variable illustration, numerical and as a trend display
Tab content: Technical data

Technical data

System computer – Unit

  • Industrial computer with high-performance processor
  • Integrated PLC, S5© and S7© compatible instruction set, max. PLC program length: 60,000 commands with time requirement for 1,000 Bit commands of < 0.2 ms 
    up to 256 timers, 1024 messages, 1024 alarms (optional switch-on delay)

Memory

  • 2 GB working memory
  • 8 GB flash memory for operating program and configuration memory
  • 4 MB SRAM (battery-buffered for current process status. Treatment programs and measured data recording)

Interfaces/connections

All interfaces (incl. USB) are insulated from the supply and system potential.

  • COM1 DIN-RS232 (galvanically isolated)
  • COM2 DIN-RS232/RS422/RS485 (galvanically isolated and with software-controlled termination)
  • COM3 DIN-RS232/RS422/RS485 (galvanically isolated and with software-controlled termination)
  • 4 USB interfaces (galvanically isolated) for external keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.
  • 1 X Gigabit Ethernet, TCP/IP protocol for configuration, remote control, control system connection, Modbus/TCP, Auto MDI-X
  • Logs e.g. RK 512, Modbus, 3964R
  • (Optional) CAN-Bus to connect external modules
  • Power supply input voltage range from 110V AC to 230V AC, 50 – 63 Hz
  • Profibus-DP-Slave (optional) (EN 50 170/DIN 19245 Part 1) 9.6Kbit/s-12Mbit/s, automatic bit rate detection,
    E/A RS 485 wiring, DSUB-9 connector, maximum 244 bytes each input and output data
  • Profibus-DP-Master (optional) (EN 50 170/DIN 19245 Part 1) to connect up to 125 slaves, 9.6Kbit/s-12Mbit/s, automatic bit rate detection, E/A RS 485 wiring, DSUB-9 connector, maximum 512 bytes each input and output data. Configuration via external PC software (must be ordered separately).

Display

  • 10.4″ TFT LCD colour display with extra large viewing angle, XGA resolution (1024×768 Pixel)
  • Standard VGA interface for optional auxiliary motor

Operation

  • Membrane keypad (according to DIN EN 60529, protection level IP 65 with Alpha key function
  • Externally connectable USB keyboard
  • Externally connectable USB mouse
  • Programmable special keys
  • Unicode language support
  • Multiple language switches during running time

Safety.

  • Double safety function with global and local watchdog functions
  • Power failure monitoring
  • Copy and knowledge protection

Installation

  • Front plate with integrated seal IP65
  • Ambient operating temperature 0…+45°C
  • Relative humidity 0…90% non-condensing at +40°C and under 3000m
  • Storage temperature -20…+60°C
  • Overvoltage category III (according to DIN EN 60664-1)
  • Degree of contamination 2 (according to DIN EN 60664-1)

Inputs/outputs (each max. extension indicated)

  Internal: incl. CAN Bus:
Analogue inputs: 128 128
Analogue outputs: 64 96
Digital inputs: 256 512
Digital outputs: 256 512

Programmer/controller (max. extension)

  • Setpoints: 192
  • Control tracks: 512
  • Loops: 1,024
  • Limit values: 1.024
  • Alarms: 1,024 (switch-on delay) with alarm history
  • Systems:  8 independent systems configurable
  • Recorder: 64 process variables can be recorded
Tab content: Accessories

Accessories

Technical data I/O cards

Article Designation Art. no.
AD8 8x analogue input card (max. 64 inputs) 601613
DA8 8x analogue output card (resolution 12 Bit) 601615
AD 4/DA 2 4x IN/2x OUT analogue combi 601614
AD 4/DA 2G 4x IN/2x OUT analogue combi (with limit value switch) 601616
IN 32 32x digital input card 601611
OUT 32 32x digital output card (transistor) 601612
IN24 /OUT 16 24x Digital IN/16x digital OUT card (transistor) 601608
Profibus DP Master Profibus DP Master 601837
Profibus DP Slave Profibus DP Slave 601821
Mounting kit Mounting kit to panel housing 394210
Adapter frame Adapter frame 390998
Adapter frame Adapter frame mounting kit 390401

AD8: 8X analogue input card

Article number: 601613

  • All inputs are galvanically isolated from one another and the system potential
  • DC voltage, direct current measurement possible
  • Inputs configurable: 0…100mV 0…500mV
  • 0…2V 0…10V
  • 0…20mA
  • 0…400 Ω (2/3/4 conductor technology)
  • Error < 0.1% of measurement range
  • Any combination of input writing
  • Min. measurement time per channel 20mS
  • Double comparison point measurement in the connection plug

Linearisation is included in the scope of delivery for the following thermal elements:

  • Cu-CuNi type U ( -200 … +600 °C)
  • Fe-CuNi type L ( -200 … +900 °C)
  • NiCr-CuNi type E ( 0 … +1000 °C)
  • Ni-CrNi type K ( -200 … +1370 °C)
  • PtRh-AuPdPt ( -100 … +1300 °C)
  • PtRh13-Pt type R ( 0 … +1740 °C)
  • PtRh10-Pt type S ( 0 … +1760 °C)
  • PtRh30-PtRh6 type B ( 0 … +1800 °C)
  • WRe3-WRe25 ( 0 … +2400 °C)
  • WRe3-WRe26 ( 0 … +2500 °C)
  • NiCrSi-NiSi type N ( -270 … +1400 °C)
  • in addition to Pt 100 ( -200 … +800 °C)
  • Separate linearisations and calculations configurable

DA8: 8X analogue output card

Article number: 601615

  • All outputs are galvanically isolated from the system potential
  • Outputs: 0…10V power rating >= 1k Ω
  • 0(4)…20mA  load <= 1000 Ω
  • Resolution 12 Bit/0.025%
  • Output rate dependent on configuration (min. every 100ms).
  • Local watchdog function integrated

AD4/DA2: Analogue combi card

Article number: 601614

Analogue inputs (4):

  • All inputs are galvanically isolated from one another and the system potential
  • DC voltage, direct current measurement possible
  • Inputs configurable: 0…100mV 0…500mV
  • 0…2V 0…10V
  • 0…20mA
  • 0…400 Ω (2/3/4 conductor technology)
  • Error < 0.1% of measurement range
  • Any combination of input writing via configuration software
  • Min. measurement time per channel 20mS
  • Comparison point measurement in the connection plug

Linearisation is included in the scope of delivery for the following thermal elements:

  • Cu-CuNi type U ( -200 … +600 °C)
  • Fe-CuNi type L ( -200 … +900 °C)
  • NiCr-CuNi type E ( 0 … +1000 °C)
  • Ni-CrNi type K ( -200 … +1370 °C)
  • PtRh-AuPdPt ( -100 … +1300 °C)
  • PtRh13-Pt type R ( 0 … +1740 °C)
  • PtRh10-Pt type S ( 0 … +1760 °C)
  • PtRh30-PtRh6 type B ( 0 … +1800 °C)
  • WRe3-WRe25 ( 0 … +2400 °C)
  • WRe3-WRe26 ( 0 … +2500 °C)
  • NiCrSi-NiSi type N ( -270 … +1400 °C)
  • in addition to Pt 100 ( -200 … +800 °C)
  • Separate linearisations and calculations configurable

Analogue outputs (2):

  • All outputs are galvanically isolated from the system potential
  • Outputs: 0…10V power rating >= 1k Ω
  • 0(4)…20mA  load <= 500 Ω
  • Resolution 12 Bit/0.025%
  • Output rate dependent on configuration (min. every 100ms).
  • Local watchdog function integrated

AD4/DA2: Analogue combi card with limit value switch

Article number: 601616

Like article 601614 with the following addition

Comparator inputs (2):

  • The two inputs 0 ... 10V are on the potential of the analogue outputs, and are compared with one another internally.
  • Potential-free relay output switches depending on the result of the comparator.

IN32: 32x digital input card

Article number: 601611

  • All inputs are galvanically isolated from the system potential by optocouplers
  • Input potential 0V…30V (DC);  logical 0 < 5V logisch 1 > 15V
  • Hardware debouncing of all inputs, signal length either 1.6ms/0.14ms
    (longer or shorter signal lengths possible upon request)

OUT32: 32x digital output card

Article number: 601612

  • All outputs are galvanically isolated from the system potential by optocouplers
  • Switching capacity per output max. 30V/max. 0.5A at max. 12W (resistive load)
  • External power supply to the output transistors 24V DC ± 15%
  • Local watchdog function integrated

IN24/OUT16: 24x IN/16x OUT card

Article number 601608

  • All inputs are galvanically isolated from the system potential by optocouplers
  • Input potential 0V…30V (DC) 15mA;  logical 0 < 6V logisch 1 > 10V
  • Hardware debouncing of all inputs, min. signal length 200ms
    (shorter signal lengths possible upon request)
  • All outputs can handle a load of 0.5A (all outputs can be switched on at the same time)
  • Short circuit resistance for all outputs
  • Supply voltage 18VDC..36VDC
  • Local watchdog function integrated
  • Outputs are switched off when the supply voltage is < 16V

Profibus Master

Article number 601837

  • EN 50 170/DIN 19245 Part 1
  • To connect up to 125 slaves,
  • 9.6Kbit/s- 12Mbit/s, automatic bit rate detection,
  • E/A RS 485 wiring, DSUB-9 connectors galvanically isolated.
  • Maximum 512 bytes each of input and output data.
  • Configuration via external software

Profibus Slave

Article number 601821

  • EN 50 170/DIN 19245 Part 1
  • 9.6Kbit/s- 12Mbit/s, automatic bit rate detection,
  • E/A RS 485 wiring, DSUB-9 connectors, galvanically isolated.
  • Maximum 244 bytes each of input and output data
Tab content: Auxiliary modules

Auxiliary modules

Tab content: Measurements

Measurements

Dimensions DE-VX 4310

  • Installed depth: 350mm, max. wall thickness 6mm
  • Cut-out dimensions: 382mm x 217mm (WxH)
  • Panel dimensions: 400mm x 235mm x 4mm (WxHxD)
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