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1738 ArmorPoint I/O
| Introduction |  |
Product Design | |
Environmentals and Certifications | |
Communication Adapter Modules | |
Digital DC I/O Modules | |
| Digital AC I/O Modules | |
Analog I/O Modules | |
Specialty I/O Modules | |
Power Supplies | |
Accessories | |
The architecture of ArmorPoint is based on the POINT I/O system and reuses the circuitry of the adapter and I/O designs. The system is IP67-compliant and other certifications necessary to provide a complete On-Machine solution. ArmorPoint I/O modules offer one to eight points per module. Choose from many different I/O types with connector choices of M8, M12, or M23 quick-disconnect terminations.
The I/O modules are interfaced to a network through a communication adapter, which includes a built-in power supply that converts incoming 24V DC power to 5V DC backplane power. Communication adapters are available for DeviceNet, ControlNet, EtherNet/IP, and PROFIBUS DP. The I/O modules receive power from the power supply through the backplane. ArmorPoint I/O offers flexibility, supporting up to 63 I/O modules per network node. A bus extension module allows for separation of modules on the same node.
The family includes hardened power supplies to allow for isolation, for example AC from DC, analog from digital, inputs from outputs. Module replacement is easy since modules are held on the base by unique latching mechanisms—no screws needed. ArmorPoint connects directly to ArmorStart™ on the same network node.
Modular Design
ArmorPoint I/O has three major components:
- I/O modules provide the field interface, system-interface circuitry, and bases for mounting
- Communication interface modules provide the network-interface circuitry
- Power distribution modules provide the solution to expandability of the ArmorPoint I/O system and the flexibility to mix a variety of signal types