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POINT Guard I/O
POINT Guard I/O™
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Description
POINT Guard I/O™ modules are safety-rated I/O modules designed to fit into the standard POINT I/O system, offering automation and safety functionality in a maximum density I/O solution. They are ideal for use is applications requiring safety and automation control. They communicate by using CIP Safety protocol over EtherNet/IP for GuardLogix controllers or DeviceNet for SmartGuard safety controllers. The application of CIP Safety protocol allows simultaneous transmission of safety and automation control and diagnostic data over one CIP network.
POINT Guard I/O and POINT I/O can be controlled by one GuardLogix controller for both safety and automation control through one node. If separate safety control is required, a GuardLogix controller can be used with POINT Guard I/O for safety control and a ControlLogix controller can be used with POINT I/O for automation control. No changes are required to the POINT I/O system.
This solution is ideal for applications requiring maximum I/O density in minimum panel space. The advanced solid-state design allows for module replacement in minutes and helps reduce the need for special maintenance or training.
POINT Guard I/O is designed for use with industrial equipment and is especially suited for robotic, point-of-operation, guard-monitoring, and distributed control applications.
Benefits
- Mix safety inputs and outputs with standard POINT I/O, all with one node
- Maximum I/O density in minimum panel space
- Simple to add to existing panels using POINT I/O
- I/O point-level diagnostics quickly identify problems and reduce downtime
- Easy configuration by using RSLogix 5000 with full support of IP addressing
- Optimize installations by assigning individual test output for safety input device
- Connect single and dual-channel safety devices on inputs and outputs
- Certified by TÜV for Functional Safety up to SIL 3 according to IEC 61508, and PLe/Category 4, according to ISO 13849-1
- Muting lamp control and monitoring on selected test pulse outputs