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Omron launches its first PROFINET products
24/09/2008
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Omron supports open industrial protocols on Ethernet that allow simple and fast interconnection of different vendors‘ equipment. Pursuing this strategy, Omron intends expanding its range with new PROFINET units for two of its main product lines.
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CJ1 module
The CJ1 family is Omron’s main PLC range. These compact and versatile controllers already support CIP networks CompoNet, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, plus Profibus DPV1 as master or slave. A new module (CJ1W-PNT21) will enable the CJ1 PLC to also support PROFINET I/O. Setup and monitoring over all possible connections to the PLC will be supported using the latest FDT configuration tools, and will be as easy as setting up a traditional field network.
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Bus coupler module
The SmartSlice modular I/O system has built in intelligence that reduces engineering effort and machine changeover times, and early-warning functions to avoid unplanned machine maintenance. With the new GRT1-PNT bus coupler for PROFINET I/O, these PLC-independent functions will be easily accessible through any FDT-based software tool. Equipped with a built-in Ethernet switch, it will be possible to link PROFINET I/O stations together in a line topology without having to install additional hardware, thus saving costs, space and installation time.
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Features and benefits:
- Based on standard Ethernet • Easy setup using FDT tools, just like you are used to with a traditional fieldbus.
- Remote I/O with 2 ports for onward connection without external switches.
- Supports single-point access to all devices.
- Large data capacity, high speed
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