An entry level PLC for small to medium applications CPUs are complete with onboard digital and analog I/Os Compatible with Modbus and CS31 networks Optional SD card is available for data logging and software updates without a PC Fully compatible with existing AC500, PS501 Control Builder Software Expandable with all S500 I/O, in a centralized configuration
The PLC for mid to high end solutions with multiple integrated communication interfaces: Ethernet, RS485, RS232 and universal FieldBusPlug from ABB Optional Communication Modules for interfacing with common open industrial networks via Ethernet, PROFINET, EtherCAT, ARCNET, Profibus, CANopen, DeviceNet, Modbus and CS31 Integrated diagnostic screen SD card for data logging and software updates
Control Builder AC500 is the engineering tool for all CPU performance classes of the AC500 designed for standardized IEC 61131-3 programming in five different languages.Other features of this tool are: Configuration of the overall system including field buses and interfaces, extensive diagnostic functions alarm handling, integrated visualization and open software interfaces.
Multilingual interface - English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian and Chinese Complies with international standard IEC61131-3 (LAD, FBD, IL, ST, SFC, CFC) Integrated visualization for commissioning and operation of the machine via PC Includes extensive libraries and configuration tools for the entire system