A Key benefit of the T9432 is its flexibility. All of the configurations are readily achieved by combining modules and assemblies without using special cables orinterface units. System architectures are user configurable and can be changed without major system modifications. Processor and I/O redundancy is configurable so you can make a decision between fail safe and fault tolerant solutions. There is no change to the complexity of operations or programming that the controller can handle if you add redundant capacity to
create a fault tolerant solution.
They can be mounted onto DIN rails in a cabinet or directly mounted onto a wall in a controlroom. Forced air cooling or special environmental control equipment is not necessary. However, important consideration must be given to the choice of cabinet or when the controller is installed in a hazardous environment.
The Ethernet and serial ports are configurable for a number of protocols in both simplex and redundant configurations for connection to other AADvance controllers or external third party equipment. Communications internally between the processors and I/O modules uses a proprietary communications protocol over a custom wired harness. The AADvance system supports transport layer communication protocols such as TCP and UDP for MODBUS, CIP, SNCP, SSH and SNTP services.
A secure network communications protocol (SNCP), developed by Rockwell Automation for the AADvance system, permits distributed control and safety using new or existing network infrastructure while ensuring the security and integrity of the data. Individual sensors and actuators can connect to a local controller, minimizing the lengths of dedicated field cabling. There is no need for a large central equipment room; rather, the complete distributed system can be administered from one or more computers placed at convenient locations.
The AADvance controller is developed and built for IEC 61131 compliance and includes support for all five programming languages.
