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Easy series PLC
Easy is a series of compact PLC controllers for use in industrial automation. The manufacturer’s goal is to effectively use the capabilities of the controller while reducing its installation costs.
Description
Easy series PLC – from Easy 300 to Easy 500!
Easy series PLC controllers is designed to be optimally adapted to almost any application – from simple control of individual machines to complex control systems of technological lines. For industrial lines that require full automation, we choose a controller with advanced features, such as the Easy 500, and then expand it with additional GL20 I/O modules. Thanks to the EtherCAT communication interface, we create a distributed system with the possibility of real-time synchronization of many drive axes.
About Easy series PLC
- Compact footprint.
- A complete product range – from the simplest to the most complex motion control capable PLC.
- PLCopen compliant axis control
- Simulation mode for offline debugging.
- Real-time fieldbus.
- Axis group for lineal and circular interpolation, CAM table functionality.
- Supports function block and function for encapsulation, code reusability, and scalability.
- ST, LD, SFC language support.
- Multiple communication protocols:
- Modbus RTU/TCP
- CANopen (optional)
- Ethernet/IP (scanner)
Advantages of Easy series PLC
- The advantage of Easy is its modular “slim” design and communication properties, thanks to which the user has at their disposal a scalable control system that can also be easily expanded in the future.
- This device can be easily integrated with many automation components, including sensors, inverters, servo drives, and other controllers.
- It supports communication protocols: EtherCAT, Modbus RTU/TCP, CANopen or Ethernet/IP, which, as mentioned, provides wide possibilities for integration with automation systems. The device ensures fast and effective data processing, enabling smooth operation of industrial processes and quick response to changing machine operating conditions.
- In addition to high efficiency and functionality, the whole thing has been enclosed in an extremely compact housing.
- Difficult temperature conditions do not prevent the Easy controllers from being used indoors or outdoors. The manufacturer has made them so that they can operate in a wide temperature range from -20°C to 55°C.
Overview of models
The Easy PLC series enables simple drive control using pulse signals, and for complex motion control applications using EtherCAT and Ethernet/IP ports.
Example control system architecture for individual EASY series PLC models:
- Easy302 – flexible architecture using CANopen communication and/or pulses to control drives.
- Easy320 – multi-protocol architecture using Ethernet/IP, CANopen and/or pulse communication for drive control, as well as Modbus TCP with HMI touch panels.
- Easy521 – complex and powerful motion control architecture using real-time EtherCAT and Ethernet/IP communications for drive control, and Modbus TCP with HMI touch panels.
GE20 expansion modules
Easy302, Easy320, Easy521 controllers are equipped with 2 slots, thanks to which the controller functionality can be expanded with additional inputs/outputs and/or communication ports.
Expansion modules available
| Module symbol | Module description | Mounting in slot A | Mounting in slot B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | GE20-4DO-TN | – 4 NPN (sink) outputs | YES | YES |
 | GE20-4DI | – 4 NPN/PNP (sink/source) inputs | YES | YES |
 | GE20-2AD1DA-I | – 2 analog current inputs – 1 analog current output | YES | YES |
| GE20-2AD1DA-V | – 2 analog voltage inputs – 1 analog voltage output | YES | YES |
| GE20-232/485-RTC | – RS232/485 communication card with built-in RTC real-time clock | NO | YES |
| GE20-232/485 | – RS232/485 communication card | YES | YES |
 | GE20-CAN-485 | – CAN/RS485 communication card with RJ45 interface | YES | NO |
 | GE20-RTC | – RTC real time clock | NO | YES |
 | GE20-TF | – TF expansion card | NO | YES |
Each controller model can be expanded locally with GL20 series input and output modules attached to the side of the controller:
Available modules:
 | Adapter communication | GL20-RTU-ECT GL20-RTU-PN | EtherCAT communication adapter module – expansion to 16 IO modules ProfiNET communication adapter module – expansion to 16 IO modules |
 | Digital inputs | GL20-1600END GL20-0800END | 16x digital input NPN(sink) or PNP(source). Input filtering from 0.25ms to 32ms 8x digital input NPN(sink) or PNP(source). Input filtering from 0.25ms to 32ms |
 | Digital outputs | GL20-0008ETP GL20-0016ETP | 8x PNP transistor output (source). Response time 100us 16x PNP transistor output (source). Response time 100us |
 | Relay outputs | GL20- 0008ER | 8x relay output. Response time 15ms |
 | Analog inputs | GL20-4AD | 4x analog input. Resolution 16bit, sampling time 250us |
 | Analog outputs | GL20-4DA | 4x analog output 16bit resolution, 250us sampling time |
 | Temperature inputs | GL20-4PT GL20-4TC | 4x resistive temperature inputs (Pt100, Pt500, Pt1000, Cu100, KTY84, NTC5K, NTC10K) 4x thermocouple inputs (thermocouple types: B, E, N, J, K, R, S, T) |
Dimensions (in mm)
- Easy302
- Easy320
- Easy521
Easy300 Series parameters:
Easy302-0808TN
| Parameter | Easy302-0808TN |
|---|---|
| Number of axles | 5 pulse-controlled axes |
| Number of GL20 expansion modules | 16 |
| Expansion Slot for GE20 | 2 (extension of communication, digital I/O, analog I/O, TF card, RTC) |
| Ethernet | – |
| EtherCat | – |
| Serial communication | – 1x RS232 port – 1x RS458 port – 1x RS232/485 port expansion – 1x CAN port expansion Support for free protocol, Modbus RTU/ASCII – up to 16 Slave devices |
| CAN communication | 1 (requires expansion card), supports CANlink/CANopen up to 62 slave devices |
| Program memory | 128 thousand steps |
| Data memory | – 1Mb (128 kb non-volatile) – 150kb soft element, non-volatile after number 1000 |
| Instruction execution time | 20k steps / 2ms |
| Dimensions (WxHxD: mm) | 40x100x83 |
| Other interfaces | USB Type-C, TF memory card (requires expansion module) |
| Interpolation and CAM function | Supports CAM functions and motion interpolation |
| Encoder axis | 4 channel encoder axis (8x fast input, up to 200 kHz) |
| Built-in I/O | 8 inputs / 8 outputs |
| Programming language | LD, SFC, FB/FC (supporting encryption functionality), LiteST |
| Power supply | 24V DC |
Easy320-0808TN
| Parameter | Easy320-0808TN |
|---|---|
| Number of axles | 5 pulse-controlled axes |
| Number of GL20 expansion modules | 16 |
| Expansion Slot for GE20 | 2 (extension of communication, digital I/O, analog I/O, TF card, RTC) |
| Ethernet | – 2 Ports – Modbus TCP up to 32 Slave devices – EIP (under development) |
| EtherCat | – |
| Serial communication | – 1x RS232 port – 1x RS458 port – 1x RS232/485 port expansion – 1x CAN port expansion Support for free protocol, Modbus RTU/ASCII – up to 16 Slave devices |
| CAN communication | 1 (requires expansion card), supports CANlink/CANopen up to 62 slave devices |
| Program memory | 128 thousand steps |
| Data memory | – 1Mb (128 kb non-volatile) – 150kb soft element, non-volatile after number 1000 |
| Instruction execution time | 20k steps / 2ms |
| Dimensions (WxHxD: mm) | 53x100x80 |
| Other interfaces | USB Type-C, TF memory card (requires expansion module) |
| Interpolation and CAM function | Supports CAM functions and motion interpolation |
| Encoder axis | 4 channel encoder axis (8x fast input, up to 200 kHz) |
| Built-in I/O | 8 inputs / 8 outputs |
| Programming language | LD, SFC, FB/FC (supporting encryption functionality), LiteST |
| Power supply | 24V DC |
Easy500 Series parameters:
Easy521-0808TN
| Parameter | Easy521-0808TN |
|---|---|
| Number of axles | Synchronization of up to 32 axes: – up to 16 EtherCAT axes – up to 5 pulse control axes |
| Number of GL20 expansion modules | 16 |
| Expansion Slot for GE20 | 2 (extension of communication, digital I/O, analog I/O, TF card, RTC) |
| Ethernet | – 2 Ports – Modbus TCP up to 32 Slave devices – EIP (under development) |
| EtherCat | Support for up to 72 slaves (including synchronized axes) |
| Serial communication | – 1x RS458 port – expansion of 1x RS232/485 port Support for free protocol, Modbus RTU/ASCII – up to 16 Slave devices |
| CAN communication | 1 (requires expansion card), supports CANlink/CANopen up to 62 slave devices |
| Program memory | 200 thousand steps |
| Data memory | – 2Mb (128kb non-volatile) – 150kb soft element, non-volatile after number 1000 |
| Instruction execution time | 20k steps / 1.6ms |
| Dimensions (WxHxD: mm) | 53x100x80 |
| Other interfaces | USB Type-C, TF memory card (requires expansion module) |
| Interpolation and CAM function | Supports CAM functions and motion interpolation |
| Encoder axis | 4 channel encoder axis (8x fast input, up to 200 kHz) |
| Built-in I/O | 8 inputs / 8 outputs |
| Programming language | LD, SFC, FB/FC (supporting encryption functionality), LiteST |
| Power supply | 24V DC |
Easy series PLC controllers is a solution that will work perfectly in both simple and complex applications. Its scalability, versatility, reliability and intuitiveness make Easy the number one choice for all industrial applications. Thanks to its undoubted advantages, the device is able to significantly increase the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes, while also being a financially beneficial solution.
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