TRANSFORMERS & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Control-panel build
Use an I/O list and network diagram to define the controller and modules before ordering.
PLC & I/O Modules
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04 / PLC & I/O Modules
ABB AC500 Modular PLCs
Modular controllers for machine and process-control assemblies. Build the CPU, communications and I/O schedule around the application and engineering environment.
- Brand
- ABB
- Manufacturer
- ABB
- Series / range
- AC500 series
- Supply
- Component sourcing on enquiry
- Document reference
- Official manufacturer selection data
- Architecture
- Modular CPU with communication and I/O modules
- Engineering platform
- ABB Automation Builder
- Programming framework
- IEC 61131-3
Technical data & selection
Series selection
| Parameter | Reference data |
|---|---|
| Architecture | Modular CPU with communication and I/O modules |
| Engineering platform | ABB Automation Builder |
| Programming framework | IEC 61131-3 |
| Local expansion scope | Up to 10 I/O modules in the documented architecture |
| Remote expansion | Remote I/O selected to the required network |
| Communication capacity | CPU and communication-module dependent |
AC500 CPU generations and module variants have different memory, interfaces and firmware requirements. Confirm the complete CPU/base/module list, Automation Builder version and power budget. Family maxima do not describe one assembled controller.
Application & integration
Existing machine support
Match the installed hardware, program and firmware to reduce avoidable recommissioning work.
Manufacturer documents
Use the document for the complete order reference and delivered revision. Manufacturer links open the original source.
Prepare your enquiry
- Complete CPU order code, hardware series, firmware and engineering software version.
- I/O schedule: digital/analog signals, output types and expansion modules.
- Required protocols, master/slave roles, motion axes and connected devices.
- Supply voltage, available cabinet space, quantity and destination.
A nameplate photograph or equipment list is enough to start. Mingkong provides component sourcing on enquiry; the offered brand, complete code, documentation and delivery terms are confirmed in the quotation.
Plan your enquiry
Use these guides to prepare the information for equipment selection and quotation.