Connecting Customer-Supplied Safety and Power Control Equipment

3.7Connecting Customer-Supplied Safety and Power Control Equipment

Connecting Equipment to the System

The connection of the customer-supplied safety and power control equipment to the system is done through the XUSR and XFP connectors on the SmartController. The XUSR connector (25-pin) and XFP (15-pin) connector are both female D-sub connectors located on the front panel of the SmartController. Refer to Table 3-7for the XUSR pin-out explanations. Refer to Table 3-8 on page 50 for the XFP pin-out explanations. See Figure 3-5 on page 53 for the XUSR wiring diagram.

Table 3-7. Contacts Provided by the XUSR Connector

Pin

Description

Comments

Shorted if

Pairs

NOT Used

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Voltage-Free Contacts Provided by Customer

 

 

 

 

 

1, 14

User E-Stop CH 1 (mushroom PB,

N/C contacts

Yes

safety gates, etc.).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2,15

User E-Stop CH 2 (same as pins 1

N/C contacts

Yes

and 14).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line E-Stop (used for other robot or

N/C contacts

 

3,16

assembly line E-Stop

 

Yes

interconnection. Does not affect

 

 

 

 

 

E-Stop indication (pins 7, 20.))

 

 

 

 

 

 

4,17

Line E-Stop (Same as pins 3 and 16.

N/C contacts

Yes

See above comment.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5,18

Muted safety gate CH 1 (causes

N/C contacts

Yes

E-stop in AUTOMATIC mode only).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6,19

Muted Safety Gate CH 2 (same as

N/C contacts

Yes

pins 5 and 18).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Voltage-Free Contacts provided by Adept

 

 

 

 

 

 

E-Stop indication CH 1.

Contacts are closed when

 

7,20

 

Front Panel, MCP, and

 

 

customer E-Stops are not

 

 

 

 

 

 

tripped

 

 

 

 

 

 

E-stop indication CH 2 (same as pins

Contacts are closed when

 

8,21

7 and 20.

Front Panel, MCP, and

 

 

customer E-stops are not

 

 

 

 

 

 

tripped

 

 

 

 

 

9,22

MANUAL/AUTO indication CH 1

Contacts are closed in

 

 

AUTOMATIC mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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RS-422/485, XSYS, XUSR, RS-232/TERM specifications

Nortech Systems offers a comprehensive suite of serial communication solutions, including RS-232/TERM, XUSR, XSYS, and RS-422/485 interfaces. These products are designed to facilitate reliable and high-speed data transmission in various industrial applications, making them essential for connecting devices in automation, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.

The RS-232/TERM interface is a widely adopted standard for serial communication, known for its simplicity and robustness. It supports point-to-point communication over relatively short distances, typically up to 50 feet. Key features include a maximum baud rate of up to 115.2 kbps, error-checking capabilities, and a straightforward connection process, making it ideal for connecting peripheral devices like printers, modems, and barcode scanners.

Building on the RS-232 standard, the XUSR and XSYS devices offer enhanced functionalities and flexibility. XUSR, for instance, supports not just traditional RS-232 connections, but also protocol conversion for various serial interfaces, facilitating seamless integration of legacy systems with modern networking technologies. It is particularly useful in environments where multiple protocols need to be managed simultaneously.

XSYS is designed for more complex applications and supports advanced communication features such as multi-drop configurations, enabling it to connect multiple devices on a single bus. This makes it suitable for extensive industrial networks where space and wiring complexity need to be minimized. Synchronous and asynchronous data transfer modes ensure that the XSYS is adaptable for both real-time data collection and standard command-response applications.

On the other hand, RS-422/485 interfaces excel in long-distance communication, allowing for data transmission over distances up to 4,000 feet. They are designed for multi-point connections, supporting up to 32 devices on a single bus through differential signaling, which enhances noise immunity. These characteristics make RS-422/485 particularly well-suited for environments with electromagnetic interference, such as factories or subways.

Nortech Systems’ serial communication solutions emphasize reliability, ease of use, and versatility. With their commitment to high performance and user satisfaction, these interfaces provide critical connectivity in today’s increasingly automated and interconnected world. Whether in data centers, manufacturing setups, or remote sensor networks, Nortech's offerings stand out for their reliability, efficiency, and adaptability, ensuring effective data communication across diverse applications.
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