GE VersaMax® Modules, Power Supplies, and Carriers

GE VersaMax® Modules, Power Supplies, and Carriers

DESCRIPTION

The VersaMax family of products provides universally-distributed I/O that spans PLC and PC-based architectures. Designed for industrial and commercial automation, VersaMax I/O provides a common, flexible I/O structure for local and remote control applications. The Versamax PLC provides big-PLC power with a full range of I/O and option modules. VersaMax I/O Stations with Network Interface Modules make it possible to add the flexibility of VersaMax I/O to other types of networks. VersaMax meets UL, CUL, CE, Class1 Zone 2 and Class I Division 2 requirements.As a scaleable automation solution, VersaMax I/O combines compactness and modularity for greater ease of use. The 70-mm depth and small footprint of VersaMax I/O enables easy, convenient mounting as well as space-saving benefits. Modules can accommodate up to 32 points of I/O each.

CPU Modules for VersaMax PLCs

A VersaMax PLC consists of a group of VersaMax modules with a VersaMax CPU and attached power supply in the first position.All VersaMax CPUs provide powerful PLC functionality. They are designed to serve as the system controller for up to 64 modules with up to 2048 I/O points. Two serial ports provide RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces for SNP slave and RTU slave communications. VersaMax CPUs are described in the VersaMax PLC User’s Manual (GFK-1503). GFK- 1503 also provides programming information for the VersaMax PLC.

Basic CPU Features

ƒ Programming in Ladder Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, and Instruction List 

ƒ Floating point (real) data functions 

ƒ Non-volatile flash memory for program storage 

ƒ Battery backup features for program, data, and time of day clock 

† Super capacitor provides power to memory for 1 hour 

† Over 1 hour, backup battery protects memory contents up to 6 months. 

† Backup battery has shelf life of 5 years when not in use. 

ƒ Run/Stop switch 

ƒ Embedded RS-232 and RS-485 communications

Network Interface Units

A VersaMax I/O Station consists of a group of VersaMax modules with a VersaMax Network Interface Unit module and attached power supply in the first position.

The Network Interface Unit provides I/O scanning and a communications interface, allowing a group of VersaMax modules to function as an I/O station on a communications bus. The power supply on the NIU provides power for the modules in the I/O Station. Additional “booster” power supplies can be included in the system if needed for modules with high current requirements.A Network Interface Unit module has connectors appropriate for its communications network type and status LEDs. NIUs also have rotary dials that can be used to set communications ID information and other parameters. A Genius NIU is shown below.

Ethernet NIU

The Ethernet Network Interface Unit (IC200EBI001) serves as the connection point between VersaMax I/O modules and a single 10/100Base-T Ethernet network. The NIU supports Modbus/TCP protocol. For information about the Ethernet Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System Ethernet Network Communications User’s Manual (GFK-1860).

DeviceNet NIU

The DeviceNet Network Interface Unit (IC200DBI001) is a DeviceNet slave module. DeviceNet supports a variety of communication structures including peer to peer, multi-master and master/slave with broadcasting capabilities. Up to 64 nodes can be connected to a DeviceNet network without bridging or routing. For information about the DeviceNet Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System DeviceNet Network Communications User’s Manual (GFK-1533).

Profibus NIU

The Profibus Network Interface Unit (IC200PBI001) operates as a slave on a Profibus-DP Network, automatically exchanging I/O, status, control, and diagnostic data with a master device. The NIU is capable of handling up to 375 bytes of I/O data, consisting of up to 244 bytes of discrete and analog input data and up to 244 bytes of discrete and analog output data. The system host can be any device capable of operating as a bus master. For information about the Profibus-DP Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System Profibus Network Modules User’s Manual (GFK-1534, revision A or later).

Genius NIU

The Genius Network Interface Unit (IC200GBI001) operates as a device on a Genius bus. The NIU is capable of handling up to 128 bytes of discrete and analog input data and 128 bytes of discrete and analog output data. The system host can be any PLC or computer capable of controlling the Genius bus. For information about the Genius Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System Genius Network Interface Unit User’s Manual (GFK-1535).