Alstom Advanced Micro Controller 2

Alstom Advanced Micro Controller 2

Product Overview: AMC2 is a main controller box for AMC-PLC, AMC-AU, and AMC-DP, designed by Converteam and supplied by Eltech, using the Arbor EmE7x-i701 controller board. This is a small and sturdy flange mounting box that can be installed on vertical panels, fanless, with a temperature rating of 70 ° C. After type testing, it has shock resistance and other characteristics. Based on commercial off the shelf Pentium M-class embedded CPU, it has low cost and multiple configurations to choose from. It is used in fields such as ship architecture, PEC drive controllers, and general-purpose PLCs.

Specification parameters:

CPU: 600MHz Celeron M, or special order for 1.40GHz Pentium M version.

Memory: 256MB DRAM, 256MB Compact Flash.

Power supply: 24V DC ± 20% power supply, consuming approximately 0.9A.

Interface: 5 LAN ports, 4 serial links (RS232), 3 available for application; 2 USB ports (Shan Yi latch system); 4 PMC/PC104+expansion slots, suitable for 16 channel Serial 16+FIP, Profibus master, slave fieldbus, fiber optic Ethernet, etc.

Other: fanless, watchdog, temperature monitoring, removable compact flash drive; The supported software platforms include Marine Controller (Isagraf) HPCi, etc.

Size: 234x206x120mm.

Ordering code: AMC2 has multiple configurations, each corresponding to a different ordering code, such as different quantities of Serial 16+, FIP cards, Profibus master/slave ports, etc. Users only need to specify the ordering code. For Pentium-M 1.40 GHz version, please contact the ship procurement department.

Software License: AMC controllers require a VxWorks runtime license, which can be obtained by contacting the ship procurement department for necessary licensing advice.

Hardware performance and processing capability

processor performance

The basic configuration is a 600MHz Celeron M processor, with performance approximately twice that of the previous generation AMC1 controller (depending on the application code).

Support special ordering of 1.40GHz Pentium-M processors to further enhance data processing and multitasking capabilities, suitable for scenarios with higher computing performance requirements (such as complex algorithms or real-time control).

Memory and Storage

Equipped with 256MB DRAM and 256MB Compact Flash, it supports storing programs, configuration files, and real-time data.

Flash memory is removable, facilitating data backup and system upgrades, and improving maintenance convenience.

Fanless design and environmental adaptability

Adopting passive heat dissipation design, it can operate stably in a high temperature environment of 70 ° C without the need for a fan, suitable for harsh industrial environments such as dust and vibration.

Through 15g impact testing (IEC1131 standard), it has high reliability and anti-interference ability, meeting the stringent requirements of shipbuilding, heavy industry and other scenarios.

Communication and Expansion Capability

Rich interface configuration

5 Ethernet ports: Supports high-speed data transmission and can simultaneously connect multiple devices or networks (such as fieldbus, monitoring system) to achieve distributed control and data exchange.

4 RS232 serial interfaces (3 available for application): compatible with traditional industrial equipment (such as sensors, frequency converters), supports protocols such as Modbus, and adapts to the integration requirements of old systems.

2 USB ports (Shan Yi Lock System): Used for external storage devices or debugging tools, facilitating program downloads and data exports.

Flexible extension functions

Provide 4 PMC/PC104+expansion slots, supporting multiple function card extensions:

Serial 16+card: adds 16 channels of serial communication, suitable for scenarios that require a large number of serial devices (such as ship DP systems).

Profibus Master/Slave Card: Compatible with Profibus fieldbus, enabling real-time communication with devices such as PLCs and drives.

FIP card (Factory Interface Protocol): used for fast data exchange in ship automation systems, supporting DP (Dynamic Positioning) upgrades.

Fiber optic Ethernet module: expands long-distance high-speed communication, suitable for the long-distance transmission needs of industrial networks.

Software and System Integration

Multi platform compatibility

Supports VxWorks real-time operating system (requires separate purchase of operating license), with high real-time performance and stability, suitable for control tasks with strict response speed requirements (such as ship dynamic positioning).

Optional Windows XP system (order code P106-6052), convenient for general embedded PC applications such as human-machine interface and data monitoring.

Pre installed Isagraf HPCi software platform supports PLC programming and ship controller development, simplifying the deployment of industrial automation programs.

System monitoring and maintenance

LED status indicator: Real time display of power, health, and running status, facilitating quick troubleshooting.

Watchdog timer: prevents system crashes, automatically restores abnormal states, and improves reliability.

Temperature monitoring: Built in sensors monitor the internal temperature in real-time to avoid performance degradation or hardware damage caused by overheating.

Typical application scenarios

Ship and Ocean Engineering: As a DP (Dynamic Positioning) controller, on-site PLC or redundant module, multi device collaborative control is achieved through FIP and Profibus interfaces to ensure the stability of the ship in complex sea conditions.

Industrial automation: used for PEC drive controllers, general PLC systems, supporting multi axis motion control, production line monitoring and other scenarios, compatible with traditional and modern industrial protocols.

Embedded control: With its compact size (234x206x120mm) and low-power design (24V DC power supply, 0.9A current), it is suitable for distributed control systems with limited space.

summarize

The AMC2 controller exhibits balanced comprehensive performance in the industrial control field through high-performance hardware, flexible expansion interfaces, strong environmental adaptability, and multi system compatibility, making it particularly suitable for scenarios that require high reliability and customized communication configurations (such as ship automation and complex production lines). Users can choose different expansion modules (such as Serial 16+, Profibus card) according to their specific needs to optimize system integration efficiency.