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News Release from: IDEC Electronics | Subject: Pentra PLC
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 07 July 2006
IDEC Pentra PLC family
IDEC are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new PLC range called Pentra - with double the memory size, up to 275 times more processing speed and the capability of floating point maths
IDEC are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new PLC range called Pentra Twelve CPU modules have been added which are compatible with the current MicroSmart input/output modules and are the same physical size as the present CPUs
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 18 Jan 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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More than double the memory size, up to 275 times more processing speed and the capability of floating point maths means the Pentra can handle most complex tasks that are thrown at it.
The CPU has high speed counter inputs counting at a maximum frequency of 100kHz with 32 bit word comparisons and PID with an advanced auto tune feature are other improved functions.
Master and slave expansion modules have been introduced enabling up to a maximum of 512 I/O to be connected via an expansion cable if necessary.
This means the Pentra can be accommodated in narrow width cabinets as the master/slave units can be situated anywhere in the I/O range.
Network capability has not been ignored either, EtherNet connectivity is possible via the new web server, up to two AS-I network modules can be addressed and the Pentra has the ability to operate as a Modbus master or slave.
The upgraded programming software, WindLDR V5.0, gives the user the options of online editing and runtime programme downloading which means the Pentra does not have to stop its scan while programming modifications are undertaken.
If the user wants to develop his programme and the PLC is not available for testing, then he can use the programme simulation feature directly on the PC.
Surely a boon for application testing!.
Options: AC and DC supply; CPUs with 10, 16 and 24 I/O; DC supply; advanced slim CPUs with 16 and 32 I/O; Screw terminal and IDC connectors; plug in real time clock; memory cartridges and mini HMI modules; add on serial ports.
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