SmartGuard 600 Programmable Safety Controller
http://www.ab.com/programmablecontrol/safety/smartguard.html
The SmartGuard 600 safety controller is a general purpose
programmable safety controller designed for safety applications
that require some complex logic allowing for more advanced safety
functionality. It features 16 safety-rated inputs, 8 safety-rated
outputs, 4 pulse test sources, and a DeviceNet connection that
supports both standard and CIP Safety communication. Configuration
and programming is accomplished through the built-in
USB port.
Since the SmartGuard 600 safety controller is a safety master
on DeviceNet, you can use any Rockwell Automation Guard I/O
to expand the number of safety devices the SmartGuard 600 can
control. It can also perform safety interlocking between a Guard-
Logix, GuardPLC, or other SmartGuard safety controllers. And
because CIP Safety is simply an extension of DeviceNet, other
devices such as standard PLCs and HMIs can read data out of the
SmartGuard 600 for system level interlocking, diagnostics and
troubleshooting.
• by Chuck McLamb
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Use RSNetWorx for DeviceNet to program the SmartGuard
600 and configure the DeviceNet network. Once inside RSNet-
Worx, you can launch an editor that will allow you to write
function block programs for the SmartGuard 600. No additional
programming software is needed! With ten safety application
instructions plus another dozen logic and timing instructions,
you can write powerful, yet simple safety control programs.
The SmartGuard 600 is ideally suited for applications such as:
• E-Stop
• Safety Gate
• Multi-Zone Control
• Light Curtain
• Two-Hand Control
• Perimeter Guarding
Features:
• Small Safety Controller
• 16 In / 8 Out / 4 Pulse Test Sources
• CIP Safety on DeviceNet
- Up to 32 connections (DIO blocks)
- Same DIO as for GuardLogix
• USB port for DeviceNet configuration and programming
• Programs via editor launched from within RSNetWorx
- Uses RSNetWorx to configure DNet
• Certified SIL 3, Category 4, UL NRGF, UL Class I Div 2
• Password protection
• CIP Safety on DeviceNet
- Scanner & Adapter modes
- Control up to 32 DIO blocks (32 IB12 or 16 IB8XOB8)
- Same DIO as for GuardLogix
- Safety Interlocking between multiple SmartGuards, GuardPLC,
and GuardLogix
• Standard DeviceNet
- Adapter mode with connected and explicit message support
- Pass diagnostic info to standard PLC or HMI devices
• Configure with RSNetWorx
• Node address and baud rate switches for easy configuration
www.rockwellautomation.com
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