Wireless I/O integration into the control level
The Radioline function blocks for PC Worx make it possible to read process data, status parameters, and diagnostic parameters for the Radioline wireless system directly using a controller.
Using modern wireless technology, it is very easy to integrate I/O signals from distributed sensors and actuators over large distances into a controller from Phoenix Contact.
Advantages
- Monitoring and control of remote stations without cable access
- Easy readout of process data, status parameters, and diagnostic parameters for individual wireless stations
- Flexibility, easy installation, and cost savings compared to wired installations
- Reduced development time
- Free function blocks that do not require a license
Application
In widely distributed outdoor system structures such as communal infrastructure, water/wastewater, power generation, raw material extraction, transportation technology, and also chemical parks or other process engineering systems, measured values and operating messages often have to be communicated to a control center from many remote stations. This includes, for example, the monitoring of fill levels or consistent recording of pump performance and flow rates.
In the control center, the process data is then either transmitted to a higher-level system via a standardized software interface or displayed on a monitor in prepared format. Yet something that sounds relatively simple demands a great deal of technical software-related programming effort.
Solution
Function blocks can be used to integrate new functions quickly and easily or transform devices into a full-fledged part of your control system. This reduces your development time.
Using modern wireless technology, it is very easy to integrate I/O signals from distributed sensors over large distances into a controller from Phoenix Contact. In the Radioline head station, the entire wireless network is thus represented with just one Modbus slave address, and sensor/actuator information can be read and written easily.
Long-distance water supply and groundwater extraction
Monitor and control groundwater wells and transmission systems remotely using wireless technology.
Oil supply, transport, and storage
Oil fields involve extensive systems which consist of distributed pumps that work independently and need to be monitored remotely.
Conveying technology and power generation
In the widely distributed system structures, measured values and operating messages need to be transmitted over large distances.
PV systems and PV parks
Secure and reliable wireless communication between the control center, string combiner, inverter, and weather stations in environments disrupted by electromagnetic interference.
Transportation technology
Network signs on highways, in parking lots or on waterways easily and securely using wireless technology.
Refinery
In widely distributed plants in particular, data and error messages can be easily recorded and transmitted wirelessly to the control center via the system.
| I/O integration in Phoenix Contact controllers | Type | Order No. |
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| Axioline controller for direct Radioline I/O integration in Modbus | AXC 1050 | 2700988 |
| Axioline F communication module, for serial data transmission with a Radioline front module | AXL F RS UNI 1H | 2688666 |
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The following function blocks are required for PC Worx: The function blocks can be found with the item data for the Radioline front module on the “Downloads” tab. |
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| Radioline front modules | Type | Order No. |
|---|---|---|
| 2400 MHz wireless transceiver, range up to 5 km (free line of sight), worldwide use | RAD-2400-IFS | 2901541 |
| 2400 MHz wireless transceiver, range up to 5 km (free line of sight), use in Japan | RAD-2400-IFS-JP | 2702863 |
| 868 MHz wireless transceiver, range up to 20 km (free line of sight), use in Europe | RAD-868-IFS | 2904909 |
| 900 MHz wireless transceiver, range up to 32 km (free line of sight), use in North America | RAD-900-IFS | 2901540 |
| 900 MHz wireless transceiver, range up to 32 km (free line of sight), use in Australia | RAD-900-IFS-AU | 2702878 |
| RS-485 multipoint multiplexer, range up to 1.2 km via two-wire cables | RAD-RS485-IFS | 2702184 |
| Radioline I/O extension modules | Type | Order No. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 digital inputs/outputs and 1 analog input/output | RAD-DAIO6-IFS | 2901533 |
| 4 digital inputs (0 ... 250 V AC/DC) | RAD-DI4-IFS | 2901535 |
| 4 digital NAMUR inputs | RAD-NAM4-IFS | 2316275 |
| 4 digital relay outputs (6 A, 250 V AC / 24 V DC) | RAD-DOR4-IFS | 2901536 |
| 8 digital inputs (0 … 30.5 V DC), 2 pulse inputs up to 100 Hz | RAD-DI8-IFS | 2901539 |
| 8 digital transistor outputs (30.5 V DC / 200 mA) | RAD-DO8-IFS | 2902811 |
| 4 analog current inputs (0/4 mA ... 20 mA) | RAD-AI4-IFS | 2901537 |
| 4 analog voltage inputs (0 V ... 5/10 V) | RAD-AI4-U-IFS | 2702290 |
| 4 analog current/voltage outputs (0/4 mA ... 20 mA, 0 V ... 10 V) | RAD-AO4-IFS | 2901538 |
| 4 Pt 100 inputs (-50 ... +250°C) | RAD-PT100-4-IFS | 2904035 |
| Accessories | Type | Order No. |
|---|---|---|
| USB cable for diagnostics and configuration of Radioline front modules | RAD-CABLE-USB | 2903447 |
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