KYOTO, Japan, June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
- Easily Transmits, at High-speed, High-precision Inspection
Data Obtained at Manufacturing Sites -
OMRON Corporation (TSE:6645, ADR: OMRNY) will release a
Communications Type Amplifier Unit E9NC-TA0 on July 1, which easily transmits data to a
programmable logic controller and the like at high speed, as a new
addition to E9NC-T series Contact-type Smart Sensors.
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The E9NC-T series Contact-type Smart Sensors, released in
April 2013, are high-precision
contact sensors that consist of Sensor Heads and Amplifier Units,
which can be used for a wide variety of applications; for example,
shape inspection and verification of tolerance and press in force
performed at manufacturing sites.
At manufacturing sites mainly in automotive and electronics
industries, utilizing a large amount of data obtained by multiple
sensors and improving traceability are required. Under such
circumstances, there are compelling needs to obtain digitalized
inspection data and offline measurement data and to simplify
processing of those data in addition to performing a usual "ON" or
"OFF" determination.
In supporting those needs, the E9NC-TA0 makes it possible to
obtain measurement data easily at high speed (at 1 ms max.) by
connecting it to an OMRON's Sysmac NJ-series Machine Automation
Controller, which is a key part of the Sysmac automation platform,
via an industrial network protocol EtherCAT. It can also transmit
data directly to a Microsoft SQL Server by using a Sysmac NJ-series
Database Connection CPU Unit and provide an environment that allows
for analyzing high-precision inspection data collected at a
manufacturing site in real time. In addition, use of a sample
screen of OMRON NS-series Touch Screen can facilitate systems of
setting change, process changeover, and predictive
maintenance. Moreover, use of function blocks which are
provided for Automation Software Sysmac Studio easily realizes
complicated calculations such as measurement of warp, twist, and
thickness without programming.
Sysmac automation platform: Complete machine control through one
software and one seamless connection with a variety of I/O devices.
Machine and motion programming is fully compliant with IEC61131-3,
and the dedicated software suite features functions such as
programming, motion designing, and network setting allowing easy
control of all connected devices and freeing users to engage in
further production innovation.
Main Features
1. The Amplifier Unit connectable to field networks realizes
high-precision
data transmission.
High-precision data measured at a resolution of 0.1
micrometer are
transmitted as digital data via EtherCAT.
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2. Function Blocks (FBs) for easy, eight types of
calculations
Just add Sysmac NJ-series FBs to the host controller
to easily perform
various calculations such as maximum/minimum value,
warp, and thickness
calculations.
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3. Multiple Amplifier Units can be connected easily with reduced
wiring work.
You can quickly and easily connect E9NC-TA0 Amplifier
Units to an E3NW-ECT
Sensor Communications Unit, and you can reduce wiring
work in comparison
with the traditional analog output sensors.
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*The maximum connectable units are 30 when you use the
E3NW-ECT and NJ-series
devices.
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Main
Specifications
Item
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Communications
type E9NC-TA0
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Power supply
voltage:
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Supplied from the
connector through the Sensor
Communications Unit
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Display
resolution:
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0.1 micrometer
min.
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Power
consumption:
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At power supply
voltage of 24 VDC
Normal mode:
2,040 mW max. (Current consumption:
85 mA max.)
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Indicators:
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7-segment displays
(white)
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Threshold
setting:
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Smart Tuning or
manual adjustment
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Functions:
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Output mode
selection, preset, eco mode, bank
switching, origin point use setting,
direction,
output, and display
digits
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Connectable
Sensor
Communications Units:
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E3NW-ECT (for
EtherCAT) / E3NW-CCL (for CC-Link) /
E3NW-DS (Distributed Sensor Units)
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Maximum
Units
connectable to
Sensor
Communications Units
(*1):
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30 units
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Ambient temperature
range
(*2):
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Operating: 0 to
55C
Storage: -30 to 70C (with no icing or
condensation)
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Ambient humidity
range:
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Operating and
storage: 35% to 85% (with no
condensation)
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Weight (packed
state/
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Approx. 65 g/approx.
25 g
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Amplifier Unit
only):
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Materials:
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Case: Polycarbonate
(PC)
Cover: Polycarbonate
(PC)
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Accessories:
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Instruction
manual
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(*1) When the Sensors
are connected to an OMRON NJ-series Machine Controller
via a Sensor Communications Unit E3NW-ECT
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(*2) Ambient
temperature range for operating varies depending on the number
of Communications type Amplifier Units connected. The above range
is for
a group of one or two Amplifier Units.
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About OMRON
OMRON Corporation is a global leader in the field of automation
based on its core technology of sensing and control. OMRON's
business fields cover a broad spectrum, ranging from industrial
automation and electronic components to automotive electronic
components, social infrastructure systems, healthcare, and
environmental solutions. Established in 1933, OMRON has over 36,000
employees worldwide, working to provide products and services in
more than 110 countries and regions.
In the field of industrial automation, OMRON supports
manufacturing innovation by providing advanced automation
technologies and products, as well as through extensive customer
support, in order to help create a better society. For more
information, visit OMRON's website at: http://www.omron.com/.
Sysmac(R) is a trademark or registered trademark of OMRON
Corporation in Japan and other
countries for OMRON factory automation products.
EtherCAT(R) is a registered trademark and patented technology,
licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany. Microsoft SQL Server is a trademark
or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America, Japan, and other countries.
Contact:
Yuki Date
Industrial Components Div. HQ
Industrial Automation Company
OMRON Corporation
Tel: +81-75-344-7022
e-mail: yuki_date@omron.co.jp
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