OEM Compact LogicLab CPU

The SlimLine Compact LogicLab OEM CPU represents the entry-level of the programmable controller (PLC) SlimLine family and can be supplied separately as an OEM module for system integrators.
The device is equipped with 6 digital inputs, 4 digital outputs (relay or static) and 2 analog inputs (where provided) and allows, in the expandable versions, the management of the I/O SlimLineexpansion modules through the I2C™ expansion bus (Fast mode) as well as boards developed by the Customer.
Like the other CPUs of the family, it incorporates a high efficiency power supply, sized for the connection of up to 4 expansion modules (to be verified according to the connected module).

At the hardware level, this CPU is equipped with:

• 1 RS232 COM port
• 1 MiniUSB port
• 1 RS485 fieldbus (ModBus) or CAN bus (Full versions)
• 6 Isolated digital inputs (1 counter 10 kHz)
• 2 Analog inputs 0-10Vdc (where applicable)
• 4 Isolated digital outputs (relay or static)
• 1 I2C™ expansion bus (Fast mode) (Expandable versions)

Thanks to the use of non-volatile memory in FRAM technology (ferroelectric RAM), it has been possible to eliminate the battery, thus minimizing maintenance and environmental impact at the end of the product's life and eliminating the constraints imposed by directives for the air transport of products containing batteries.
FRAM technology also guarantees a practically unlimited number of writing cycles, thus improving the reliability of the system, and a very low power consumption even during the writing phases.

The card is available in different versions:

• Lite Relay: 1 RS232C, 1 USB, 6 Digital In, 4 Out Relay,
• Base Relay/Static/SSR: 1 RS232C, 1 USB, 6 Digital In, 2 Analog In, 4 Out Relay/Stat./SSR, I2C Bus,
• Full RS485 Relay/Static/SSR: 1 RS232C, 1 USB, 6 Digital In, 2 Analog In, 4 Out Relay/Stat./SSR, I2C Bus, 1 RS485 isolated.
• Full CAN Relay: 1 RS232C, 1 USB, 6 Digital In, 2 Analog In, 4 Out Relay, I2C Bus, 1 CAN isolated.

The RS485 versions have the following drivers Fail-safe and high impedance, this allows you to connect up to 128 devices on the same network.

To connect the expansion modules to the CPU Unit, use the appropriate corded bus expansion cables (No. CBL074*000/CBL045**00) to be ordered separately.

I/O and power supply connections are made through removable screw connectors for easier maintenance (to be ordered separately).

The PLC SlimLine family has been conceived with the aim of safeguarding the investment in programming made by the Customer both in terms of portability to/from other platforms and in terms of protection against copying and fraudulent use of the applications developed (see this link).

A wide range of libraries and function blocks (FB) is available to perform a variety of functions.
There are also some available optionally, for the use of which it is necessary to obtain the unlock code at MID (Manufacturer ID) or DID (Device ID) level. Go to the list.

The CPU is programmable in the 5 languages provided by the IEC61131-3 standard, through the development tool LogicLab, a completely free programming tool.

This device is also a viable alternative to Arduino boards and, for certain applications, to Raspberry Pi. To compare the differences from these systems see this link.

Thanks to the support of Modbus RTU and ASCII protocol, operator terminals and/or SCADA software can be connected.