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1798 FlexArmor

The document describes the FlexArmor product line, an I/O system featuring a modular design that allows different combinations of input and output modules to be installed on hardened baseplates for on-machine mounting. It can accommodate up to 64 I/O points per network node and supports DeviceNet and Profibus protocols. The document outlines the initial product rollout and provides details on the mechanical design, firmware features, application benefits, and typical use cases for the FlexArmor system.

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1798 FlexArmor

The document describes the FlexArmor product line, an I/O system featuring a modular design that allows different combinations of input and output modules to be installed on hardened baseplates for on-machine mounting. It can accommodate up to 64 I/O points per network node and supports DeviceNet and Profibus protocols. The document outlines the initial product rollout and provides details on the mechanical design, firmware features, application benefits, and typical use cases for the FlexArmor system.

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Platform Overview

- Confidential -
FlexArmor Product Line
• A hardened modular block I/O
• Rated IP65/67, Outdoor NEMA 4X/6P
• I/O modules fit onto a rigid, potted baseplate
• Baseplate and modules designed for on-machine mounting
• 4, 6, and 8 slot base plates
• Up to 64 I/O points on one DeviceNet node.
• Communications
• Communication modules separate from termination plugs
• Both 12mm and 18mm connections available
• DeviceNet at release, Profibus to within 3 months.

- Confidential -
FlexArmor: Phase I Product Rollout
• 1798 - BP4 4 slot Base Plate
• 1798 - BP6 6 slot Base Plate
• 1798 - BP8 8 slot Base Plate

• 1798 - ADN DeviceNet Adapter


• 1798 - DFTP1 DeviceNet Field Termination Plug (M12)
• 1798 - DFTP2 DeviceNet Field Termination Plug (M18)
• 1798 - APB Profibus DP Adapter (Branded A-B)
• 1798 - PFTP1 Profibus DP FTP (Branded A-B)
1QCY01

• 1798 - IB4 4-point 24 VDC Sinking Input


• 1798 - IB8 8-point 24VDC Sinking Input
• 1798 - OB8E 8-point 0.5A 24 VDC Protected Sourcing Output
• 1798 - OB4E 4-point 2A 24 VDC Protected Sourcing Output
• 1798 - N2 Dummy Module Cover

- Confidential -
FlexArmor Firmware Features

• Supports Autobaud for self-configuration


• Uses new Modular EDS files in RSNetworx
• Supports multiple DeviceNet messaging
types
• Polled, Cyclic, and Change-of-State, etc.
• Supports Auto-device Replace in A-B
Scanners
• Reset faulted output w/ I/O message

- Confidential -
FLEX Armor Mechanical Highlights
Field Termination Plug M12 connectors IP65/67 rated Construction
Network/Pass-Thru and Sensor Industry Indoor Nema 4X & 6P rating
Power Connectors Standard Pinouts
M12, M18, etc.

4 and 8 point
I/O modules
(with splitter cables)

I/O modules
Remove &
Network node Insert Under
address switches Power (RIUP)
protected
underneath module
I/O and Adapter
modules keyed to
prevent
misplacing
Rated -20° to 60 FlexArmor bus plate Card edge-connectors for
°C 4, 6, and 8 slot varieties Module to Baseplate
Operational Rigid for machine mounting connection
Temperature
- Confidential -
FLEX Armor Application Savings
• Reduce Wiring & Installation Costs
• Reduce wiring in I/O enclosure
• Reduce sensor/actuator wiring runs
• Distribute I/O directly on machine
• Reduce Installation Time
• Quick-connect, terminated cables
• Reduce terminal-base wiring time
• Eliminate mis-wiring potential
• Enclosure-less Solution
• No intermediate wiring
• Modular, flexible communication and I/O modules
• Reduce troubleshooting time (Increase uptime)
• Indicators & diagnostics
• Network, Module and point level
• Removable/Replaceable modules
• Removal and Insertion Under Power
• Supports Auto-Device Replace(ADR)

- Confidential -
When to sell FLEXArmor | When to sell MaXum

• FLEX Armor offers I/O support for up to 64 • MaXum offers I/O support for up to 16 I/O
points per node of user-definable mixes of points per node of varying mixes on Inputs &
Inputs & Outputs Outputs

• FLEX Armor will offer a wide range of I/O • MaXum offers 24V dc discrete inputs and
types including 24V dc, discrete, analog outputs.
(future) and specialty I/O like
thermocouple/RTD or encoder inputs
(future)

• FLEX Armor offers variable sized • MaXum offers two sizes of I/O modules
mounting base plates to enable build-as- targeted at specific-purpose systems that do
you-need, general purpose systems where not require future expansion capability of I/O
expansion capability can be planned

• FLEX Armor enables the customer to • MaXum enables the customer to replace the
replace, under power only the faulted I/O entire block under power leaving the
module rather than the entire platform mounting plate intact

- Confidential -
When to sell FLEX Armor | When to sell MaXum

• FLEX Armor will enable other • MaXum is focused on I/O solution


complementary devices to only where low point count,
integrate with the I/O including acquisition cost, functionality and
pneumatics, starters, and relays. diagnostics are required

• FLEX Armor uses the new • MaXum is configured by the


Modular EDS file concept for standard EDS files within
configuration within RSNetworx RSNetworx for DeviceNet It also
for DeviceNet. supports DeviceLogix Technology
allowing the user to implement
local control within the block.

- Confidential -
FLEX Armor Typical Applications
• Automotive • Label Machines
• Powertrain • HVAC
• Body & Assembly
• Assembly/Sub-
• Food and Beverage assembly
• Bottling, Canning and
Filling applications
• Dial machines
• Packaging • Other machines where
IP65 and IP67 rated
• Material Handling components are used
• Sortation Systems
• Transfer lines
• Conveyor Transport
Systems

- Confidential -
What do I tell the customer?

• No enclosure needed: IP67, NEMA 4x, 6P


• Selectable mix of I/O on each node
• Quick-disconnect cabling eliminates wiring
errors
• Support for multiple networks
• Quick time-to-repair
• ADR
• Snap-in modules
• Diagnostics

- Confidential -

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