LS Electric XGB new models of AutomationDirect **PLC**s provide enhanced control at a lesser price and are three in number.
Two new models of two-axis motion PLC units have been released:
- 16-point and 16-point with no display
- 14-point relay output model
The two-axis models can be integrated with pulse-direction control from the I/O integrated within the device; the I/O includes four high-speed inputs and two high-speed outputs and EtherCAT motion through EtherCAT expansion modules.
The new relay output PLC consists of 8 input signals, out of which 4 inputs have high speed input appreciation, as well as it has four defined relay output signal points having the capacity of up to 2A per point.
This PLC version can also to accomplish EtherCAT motion by employing the optional EtherCAT expansion modules.
Initially, the XG5000 programming software can be downloaded from the supplier’s web site and it supports four of the five languages specified by the IEC 61131 Standards on industrial controllers.
- Ladder diagram,
- Instruction list or
- Sequential function chart etc.,
and in structured text all four variations are included so that we can work according to programmer’s preference.
It contains all the basic PLC instructions that can be provided by most common PLCs, but in addition to this set of instructions there are many more ‘enhanced’ and ‘cutting-edge’ instructions in this software which can be employed in your codes.
Completely free of charge, the XG-PM software, which is prominently centered on the motion function, is packaged together with the XG5000 programming tool.
There are features of table-based position configurations for up to 400 moves per axis and the run command tool for position testing. By this software, the system can be set up for single and multi-axis operations and various options provided with it.
In addition to this, the new LS Electric XGB PLC models are fitted with required Terminal Blocks thus eliminating other breakout Terminal Board purchase, hence; more saving.
Features of LS Electric XGB PLCs
High-Speed Control
The XGB PLCs have high-speed motion control options for up to 6 axes depending on the model of the XGB PLCs.
They come with combined pulse/direction motion input/output options and have speeds of up to 200 kilocycles.
Flexible Configuration
There is a basic unit that comes with 32 points of I/O or, for a maximum of seven expansion modules, 244 points of I/O. Due to this flexibility, the XGB series can be used in various automation processes, as noted beforehand.
Programming Software
The PLCs come with a free, XG5000 advanced programming software that supports the four main IEC 61131 standard programming languages of Ladder Diagrams, Structured Text, among others. The product also has more than 700 function blocks and a project simulator integrated into the application.
Cost-Effective Solutions
The new models are targeted as lower cost products in the market that at the same time are suitable in different industrial requirements and uses with no compromise on performance.
These features made the LS Electric XGB PLCs as a strong contender for industries which seeks to upgrade their automation needs with faster control and parameters with customizable interface.