CronosFlex-ECAT Gateway, CRFX modular Data Acquisition System
CRONOSflex EtherCAT Gateway is a bus coupler that allows a number of imc CRONOSflex amplifier modules to be used within an EtherCAT-based automation or control system. imc amplifier components can be used with EtherCAT communication
Features:
- The CRFX modules act as a data acquisition subsystem via an EtherCAT slave
- The individual modules are interconnected via the CRFX system bus
- This CRFX/ECAT uses standard network hardware & cables
- This ECAT slave subsystem is configured once using imc STUDIO via EtherNET
- UPS functions are available in teh optional handles
Manufacturer: imc Test & Measurement
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CronosFlex-ECAT Gateway - Description
In connection with the gateway, the CRFX modules act as a data acquisition subsystem in the sense of an EtherCAT slave, without operating in the network of a complete CRONOS data logger. The individual modules are interconnected via the CRFX system bus. This CRONOS system bus is based on the "EtherCAT standard", uses network hardware and is spatially distributable via network cables (Power-over-EtherCAT). The protocol of the CRONOS system bus differs from the "EtherCAT Standard". It is not compatible with EtherCAT 3rd party systems.
i.e. the CRFX modules cannot be operated in such an environment. The ECAT gateway establishes this connection, forming a single EtherCAT slave station.
The ECAT slave subsystem is configured once using imc STUDIO via EtherNET. Afterwards and during active operation this access is no longer necessary.
CronosFlex-ECAT Gateway - Specifications
| Family | imc CRFX |
| Unit Type | Base |
| Field Interface | EtherCAT |
| Communication | Ethernet |
CronosFlex-ECAT Gateway - Applications
Typical applications are:
· Test benches
· Integration of CRFX modules in EtherCAT system environment, such as:
o TwinCAT automation
o MTS FlexTest
o Horiba STARS Engine
o FEV MORPHEE
o Instron
· Use of Wheel Force Transducer (WFT) measurement wheels via CRFX/WFT-2 interface module in 3rd party environment
CronosFlex-ECAT Gateway - Downloads
CRFX/ECAT-Gateway Datasheet |
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- Transfer Protocol: EtherCAT - Parts 4 & 6
- Read & Write Process Vector Variables via Interface
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- Process Vector Used as Signal Source
- Fully Supported by imc STUDIO Software
- Occupies 1 Fieldbus Slot
- Isolated
| Family | imc CRFX |
| Unit Type | Module |
| Field Interface | EtherCAT |
| Min Temperature | -10 °C, -40 °C |
| Max Temperature | 55 °C, 85 °C |