RELIANCE AutoMate - Programmable Logic Controllers

RELIANCE AutoMate - Programmable Logic Controllers

The AutoMate Family

The AutoMate family is a complete line of programmable logic  controllers (PLCs) capable of a wide range of control applications.  Each individual AutoMate processor supports certain common features  which are used throughout the entire product line. The AutoMate processors are identified by model numbers ranging from 15 to 40  with the AutoMate 40 series being the most capable machine. All of  the lower model processors share a subset of a common software  language found in the AutoMate 40E. The “E” designation is used to  denote an enhanced version of the basic model. Each processor in the  AutoMate family comes as a base or as an enhanced version.

A Common I/O Structure

All AutoMates share a common I/O structure. The structure is unique in  that all digital I/O modules contain two I/O points for greater flexibility,  lower cost and robust features. Up to eight cards or 16 electronically  isolated points can be mounted on a “rail” which allows for wire  terminations and a heatsink for head dissipation. The rail I/O structure  is unique in the PLC industry and offers the greatest number of features  found in any system available today.

A Common Instruction Set

A common software language is used in all of the AutoMate controllers.  The AutoMate Programming System software is used to program any AutoMate controller. Each controller model utilizes a subset of the  instructions found in the AutoMate 40E.

A Common Network

All AutoMate processors are capable of communicating over R-Net,  the peer-to-peer industrial network capable of tying up to 32 stations  or nodes together on a single coaxial cable. The R-Net is also used  to allow computers or other devices to communicate to AutoMate  controllers through serial gateways and computer bus cards that allow  full speed data transfer at 800KBaud. The following pages will provide you detailed information on the  AutoMate processors, I/O, networks and peripheral operator interface  products available through Custom Classics.

The AutoMate 15/15E

The AutoMate 15 is a small programmable controller with exceptional  speed, functionality and reliability. Competitively priced, it includes  standard features found on much larger, more expensive PLCs.

The AutoMate 20/20E

The AutoMate 20 is an expanded small controller based on the proven  AutoMate 15 controller design. In addition to larger I/O and memory  capacity, it features powerful enhanced functions readily programmable  without computer expertise.

AutoMate 15E

Same features as the AutoMate 15 controller except as noted: 

• 2K x 16 Non-volatile memory – no battery required 

• 64 Digital/16 analog/ or a combination 

• Enhanced Ladder Diagram Language with powerful  Instruction Blocks. 

• 736 Internal Coils 

• 512 Registers

AutoMate 20

• 256 Digital/64 Analog/combination 

• 736 Internal Coils • 512 Registers 

• 2k x 16 Non-volatile memory – no battery required 

• 10 Milliseconds/K Ladder Element Execution Speed 

• Host Computer Interface Capability (1200/9600 Baud) 

• Enhanced Ladder Diagram Language with powerful Instruction  Blocks 

• Programmed via an IBM compatible personal computer or hand-held  Mini Programmer 

• User-friendly Programming Tools include Off-and-On-line  Programming 

• Extensive Diagnostics • Rugged Industrial Packaging 

• Remote I/O Mounting Capability 

• Communications via the R-NET Industrial Network (available)

AutoMate 15 

• 64 Digital I/O 

• 64 Internal Coils 

• 56 Registers 

• 1K x 16 Non-volatile Memory – no battery required 

• 4 milliseconds/K Ladder Element Execution Speed 

• Host Computer Interface Capability 

• Ladder Diagram Language 

• Programmed via an IBM compatible personal computer or hand-held  Mini Programmer 

• User-friendly Programming Tools include Off-and-On-line  Programming 

• Extensive Diagnostics 

• Rugged Industrial Packaging 

• Communications via the R-NET Industrial Network (available)