Ethernet interface enables remote I/O

GE Fanuc has introduced the PACSystems RX3i Ethernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU), which makes it possible to use RX3i I/O and Series 90-30 I/O remotely on an Ethernet network

GE Fanuc has introduced the PACSystems RX3i Ethernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU), which makes it possible to use the GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i I/O and Series 90-30 I/O remotely on an Ethernet network.

Once set up by configuration, data exchange is completely automatic.

The new GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i ENIU is a high speed expansion unit that reduces down time by allowing Hot Swap of I/O and providing support for the advanced RX3i I/O modules.

In addition, it provides flexible control with the optional local logic for emergency shut down in the event that control is lost.

And, it reduces additional cost by providing built-in serial ports for communicating to third party devices such as Modbus Master.

Key Features.

* 20Kbytes of optional user local logic memory (Ladder, Structure Text and Function Block Diagram).

* Supports PACMotion (DSM324 and Beta-is servo system).

* Optional local data storage.

* Supports a wide range of control modules such as discrete, motion, analogue (including HART), Genius, Profibus and DeviceNet.

* NIU has two built-in serial ports: an RS-485 serial port and an RS-232 serial port to interface to third-party devices.

* Powerful I/O unit for QuickPanel Control or PC in particular with motion.

* Comprehensive diagnostic tools.

* Supports single or redundant controllers.

* Supports single or dual Ethernet networks.

Any GE Fanuc master controller capable of exchanging Ethernet Global Data can provide system control.

The Ethernet NIU automatically provides the controller with status information in each exchange.

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