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Flex IO/Adapter

In-chassis solutions for Rockwell Automation
Connectivity interfaces for Flex IO (1794) processors

 

We offer you many solutions making systems integration easy.


Choose from a range of modules supporting all the following protocols.

 

Flex IO Adapters

 

 

Flex IO

Product Overview

 

FLEX I/O offers all the functions of larger rack-based I/O without the space requirements. Its cost effectiveness, flexibility, modularity, and reliability have made it the most popular distributed I/O platform with over 4 million modules sold.

FLEX I/O helps eliminate multiple long wiring runs, reduces terminations per point, decreases engineering and installation costs and time, and substantially reduces downtime. It complements all processor platforms from Rockwell Automation for a distributed I/O solution.

Your FLEX I/O system can communicate on EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, and many other open networks including, but not limited to, Remote I/O, PROFIBUS DP, and Interbus-S. Independently select the I/O, termination style, and network to meet your application needs. Adapters and other components are available for adding to your system as your requirements change.

Product Design

 

FLEX I/O modules offer 4 through 32 I/O each. You can plug together a maximum of eight I/O modules into a FLEX I/O assembly, for a maximum of 256 I/O per assembly. The I/O modules are interfaced to the I/O link through an I/O adapter module with a built-in 24V DC input power supply. The I/O modules receive power from the adapter/power-supply through the backplane. Two 120/230V AC-to-24V DC power supplies are also available for powering the adapter/power-supply.

The backplane is formed by modular terminal bases that also provide terminal connection points for I/O wiring. I/O circuitry is packaged in separate I/O modules. Each I/O module plugs into an individual terminal base. The I/O adapter module plugs into the end terminal base. You snap the I/O adapter and the terminal bases onto a DIN rail and plug them together. FLEX I/O assemblies can be mounted horizontally or vertically.

Product Range

 

MVI94-ADM
3170-PDP
MIV94-DFCM

MVI94-DNP

MVI94-GSC-E
MVI94-GSC

MVI94-BSCH

 MVI94-MCM
MVI94-MCM-MHI
3170-MBS

Technical Specs

  • ASCII

  • Bosch

  • C’ Programmable

  • DF1 Master/Slave

  • DNP 3.0 Master/Slave

  • Modbus Master/Slave

  • Profibus DP Slave

Technical Notes & Links

 

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Benefits
  • Reduced Space: Wire direct from sensor to terminal base and eliminate terminal strip
  • Functionality: 4- through 32-point modules offer functions of larger rack-based I/O
  • Increased Productivity: Easy configuration and setup of I/O modules using wizards speeds engineering and installation
  • Reduced Downtime: Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) and diagnostics
  • Exceptional Choices: Over 90 catalog numbers and a breadth of specialty modules meet the needs of a wide variety of applications
  • Network Flexibility: Communicates on EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Remote I/O and other open networks
  • Improved Plant Operations: HART analog modules pass through HART data to asset management software or controller for improved plant operations
Product Design

 

The FLEX I/O family consists of modular components that snap together and mount onto a DIN rail to form the FLEX I/O assembly:

  • I/O Adapter. A FLEX I/O adapter module provides an interface for communication between the I/O modules and a scanner port across an I/O link
  • Each terminal base provides backplane connections between the I/O adapter module and I/O modules
  • I/O Module. FLEX I/O modules plug into a terminal base, and connect to the I/O bus and field devices. Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) makes it possible to replace a failed module without disturbing the field wiring, other I/O modules, or system power
  • Terminal Base. Each 1794 FLEX I/O module requires a terminal base that snaps onto the DIN rail to the right of the I/O adapter. The terminal bases provide terminal connection points for I/O wiring and plug together to form the backplane. Available with screw or spring terminations
  • Accessories. Choose products such as extender cables or the panel mount kit to provide added application flexibility
  • Power Supply. Two 120V-AC-to-24V-DC power supplies are available for powering the adapter/power-supply