Archived "What's New" Articles and Other Information from the Norman Bragar Company.  

 

SNAP Ethernet - SNAP-LCE controller

The SNAP-LCE is an Ethernet-based, stand-alone industrial controller designed for use with Opto 22’s ioProject™ software suite and SNAP Ethernet-based I/O units. The SNAP-LCE's small footprint and low cost give you additional flexibility in designing your system for monitoring, control, or data acquisition. The SNAP-LCE industrial controller:

  • Independently runs control programs you build using the included ioControl™ software
  • Provides data for ioDisplay™ or third-party operator interfaces (HMIs)
  • Provides data for OLE for Process Control (OPC) 2.0-compliant clients using the OptoOPCServer™
  • Communicates over a wired Ethernet network or via Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) over a modem (with firmware version 5.1c or newer)

SNAP Ethernet-based I/O units such as SNAP Simple I/O™ and SNAP Ethernet I/O™ provide the physical connection to all kinds of equipment and devices, whether analog, digital, or serial. In addition, the SNAP-LCE itself provides direct connection for up to two serial devices (requires firmware version 5.1c or newer).

Description Type Form # Format
SNAP-LCE data sheet Data sheet 1471 pdf
SNAP-LCE User's Guide User's guide 1475 pdf

 

SNAP Simple I/O

Opto 22 SNAP Simple I/O™ is the low-cost, high-quality system for customers who want to control, acquire data from, or remotely monitor equipment, machines, and devices via standard Ethernet networks.

Ideal for high-density commercial and industrial applications and for remote monitoring applications with high I/O point counts, SNAP Simple I/O can act in two ways:

  • As an I/O unit within a SNAP Ultimate I/O system. The SNAP Ultimate brain runs an ioControl strategy and controls the SNAP Simple I/O units.
  • As an independent I/O unit. You can communicate with an inde­pendent Simple I/O unit using Modbus/TCP, the OptoOPCServer (available separately), or applications you develop using the free SNAP Ethernet I/O™ Driver Toolkit.

The SNAP Simple I/O unit consists of a SNAP-ENET-S64 brain mounted on a 16-module SNAP-M64 rack with standard SNAP I/O™ modules. SNAP analog, digital, and serial modules can be mounted in any position on the rack (to a maximum of 8 serial modules). The SNAP-ENET-S64 brain provides a cost-effective alternative for customers who do not need high-speed counting, events, or some other features offered in SNAP Ethernet brains. For a detailed feature comparison, click here.

SNAP Simple I/O is easily configured using the ioManager™ software utility, included with the brain.

Nokia M2M Systems - OptoGSM I/O

OptoGSM I/O™ is your low-cost, flexible solution for simple remote monitoring and control of business equipment and systems. These versatile racks are ideal for monitoring smaller facilities, areas with a low I/O point count, and other basic M2M applications. Typical applications include:

  • Monitoring temperature, pressure, tank levels, and other environmental and equipment conditions
     
  • On/off control and alarming for lights, motors, generators, and remote equipment

Part of Opto 22's machine-to-machine (M2M) line of systems for providing wireless connectivity to physical business assets, the OptoGSM I/O rack offers:

  • Standard cellular wireless technology with a Nokia GSM Connectivity Terminal™ (available separately)
     
  • Short message service (SMS) messaging
     
  • Industry-standard G4 digital input/output modules (available separately)
     
  • Simple configuration; no programming

OptoGSM I/O comes in two models:

  • G4PB8D-NOK is digital only, using up to three input modules and five output modules
     
  • G4PB8M-NOK is both analog and digital, with three analog inputs built in (one ICTD temperature input plus two all-purpose current/voltage inputs) plus space for up to three digital input and five digital output modules. (Maximum number of inputs is three, whether digital, analog, or a mix.)

OptoGSM I/O is also compatible with Nokia M2M Gateway Software™ as part of the Nokia M2M Platform™.

Nokia M2M Systems - Nokia Terminals

Nokia® GSM Connectivity Terminals™ are used with Opto 22 OptoGSM I/O racks to connect local or remote physcial assets with business applications and databases, so you can monitor, control, and collect data from equipment and machines.

This Nokia-Opto 22 M2M solution provides connectivity using standard wireless GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) networks, SMS (Simple Messaging Service), and GPRS (General Packet Radio Service).

Nokia Connectivity Terminals come in two models:

  • Nokia 30 (European standard) - 
  • Nokia 31 (North American standard)

 

 

 

 

QTERM-G70 Ethernet-Enabled Graphic Terminal

The QTERM-G70 is an Ethernet-enabled graphic terminal with object-based programming. It features a robust list of industrial grade hardware features and options.
  • QVGA 320x240 pixels, lighted, STN color graphics LCD display that measures 145 mm (5.7") diagonal, (TFT, enhanced TFT and grayscale displays are optional).

  • Module with display, CPU board, touch screen and mounting bracket is available for integration into your panel.

  • Resistive touch screen and soft keys for user input. Touch keys can be placed on or around the display area. Optional PS/2 keyboard / keypad interface.
  • Ethernet 10Base-T
    interface available as an option. Supports TCP/IP, ModbusTM and other protocols.

  • 1 Mbyte of flash memory for firmware, user applications and file space with 16 Mbytes RAM (2 Mbytes flash available).

  • EIA-232, -422 or -485 serial interface. Second EIA-232,-422 or -485 port available.

  • RISC 92 MHz MIPS R3000 processor, speaker, real-time clock.

Software/Firmware

  • QlarityTM - Object-based programming language makes application design easy for all user levels.

  • Design with pre-defined objects, edit current objects or design new objects for your application

  • Qlarity Foundry - Windows® programming environment for screen design and integration. Qlarity Foundry is available free of charge.

 

Product Name SNAP-IDC5-HT


The SNAP-IDC5-HT provides four channels of leakage-tolerant 15-32 VDC digital input. This module is designed for use with sensors that have a high leakage current. Removable top-mounted connectors on the module give easy access to field wiring, and channel-specific LEDs help in troubleshooting.

OptoIntegration Kit for Allen Bradley  (Part # OPTOINTAB)

OPTOINTAB is an integration kit for communicating between OptoControl and third-party DF1 protocol devices. This version is compatible with OptoControl 3.0.

 

Conax Buffalo Technologies introduces Sterisensor™, a new chamber/load temperature sensor, thermocouple or RTD, assembly designed to withstand the environmental conditions found in pharmaceutical autoclave chambers. Sterisensor features a moisture seal engineered to prevent the ingress of moisture into the assembly. Moisture is the leading cause of failure in these applications.

Sterisensor uses PTFE-insulated stranded leadwire conductors with a thick-walled extruded silicone rubber jacket encased in a 316SST sheath. It operates in the temperature range of -50° C to +150° C (-58° F to +302° F) and pressure range from vacuum to 3.5 bar (50 psig).  Thermocouple Type T or RTD, 100ohm @ 0° C, l00385 ohm/ohm/°C calibrations are available, in a variety of sensor lengths and diameters configured to meet application requirements. Custom assemblies are also available.

Conax Buffalo Technologies also offers an extensive selection of standard and custom-engineered temperature sensor calibrations and configurations, sheath materials, terminal heads in various types, materials, and mounting styles to create the ideal assembly for your requirements.

Every Conax sensor delivers rugged, reliable service with accurate, precision performance at off-the-shelf pricing and turn-around times.

OptoTerminal

Opto 22's OptoTerminal family provides Ethernet-enabled, graphics-based operator interfaces for use with the company's SNAP Ethernet I/O, SNAP Ultimate I/O, and SNAP-IT systems. OptoTerminal mountable display terminals are used by operators to send commands to and receive real-time data from plant floor equipment and other real world devices connected to Opto 22 hardware

OptoTerminal-G70 and OptoTerminal-G75
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Two OptoTerminal models are available, the OptoTerminal-G70 (320 x 240-pixel color LCD display) and the OptoTerminal-G75 (640 x 480-pixel color LCD display).

Opto 22 OptoTerminals offer:

  • Ethernet connectivity
  • NEMA-4 compliance when properly mounted
  • Object-based screen development software
  • Compact size and durability

An OptoTerminal is programmed using included Qlarity Foundry software that provides an object-oriented programming environment for application design and integration. The software comes with a customized object library for building interface screens. These objects include text, geometric shapes, buttons, gauges, grids, meters, and other graphics that can be sized, scaled, and placed as needed.

Ideal for factory automation, discrete manufacturing, and equipment monitoring applications, Opto 22 OptoTerminals are industrially hardened to operate in many challenging environments, and meet NEMA-4 specifications for hose-down, icing, and salt spray when mounted properly.

Available separately for each OptoTerminal model is the OptoTermCable-G70 and OptoTermCable-G75, a power and serial cable that is convenient for programming an OptoTerminal on a desk or location other than the final location where the terminal will be installed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNAP Ultimate I/O - Overview

A major leap forward in the evolution of I/O, SNAP Ultimate I/O™ from Opto 22 is the most intelligent and powerful I/O system available. Building upon our position as an industry leader and our history of quality, innovation, and reliability, SNAP Ultimate I/O extends the capabilities of the technology and brings advanced functionality to your control applications.

Based on Opto 22’s proven SNAP Ethernet I/O™ system, SNAP Ultimate I/O represents a convergence of technologies by successfully combining I/O control functions, Ethernet networking and enterprise connectivity into a single, cohesive system.

With SNAP Ultimate I/O, additional control has been embedded into the I/O itself, creating a localized, less complex, and more distributed I/O architecture that delivers the efficiency and flexibility needed to significantly improve your control applications and capabilities. The added memory, processing power, and programmability that SNAP Ultimate I/O provides allows you to remove unnecessary layers and components from your control system architecture, making it more streamlined, less complex, easier to maintain, and less expensive.

SNAP Ultimate I/O is compatible with legacy SNAP I/O™ racks and modules, offering you the opportunity to significantly increase the performance and functionality of your control systems without having to replace or rewire existing SNAP I/O racks, modules, and power supplies.


SNAP Ultimate I/O Features

SNAP Ultimate I/O - Enterprise Connectivity

While providing world class I/O, control programming capabilities, and networkability, SNAP Ultimate I/O™ also delivers enterprise connectivity.

Attached to your Ethernet network, SNAP Ultimate I/O can communicate with all your database, MRP, ERP, network management, and other enterprise applications in a way they understand—XML for data transfer, SNMP for network management, and SMTP for e-mail—without special software, proprietary servers, or other middleware components.

Now you get world-class I/O, distributed control with advanced programmability, Ethernet networking, and enterprise connectivity in one complete system. SNAP Ultimate I/O eliminates unnecessary layers and components from your control system architectures, making them simpler, easier to maintain, and less expensive.

SNAP Ultimate I/O

SNAP Ultimate I/O represents a convergence of technologies by incorporating into a single system:

Resulting in:

 

 

 

Industrial Networking Equipment Now Available

We are pleased to announce our relationship with N-TRON, The Industrial Network Company.  N-TRON provides a family of Ethernet Switches that can be installed directly in industrial environments. You will no longer have to drop individual wiring to each station, build climate-controlled enclosures to house your network equipment, or utilize commercial equipment environments for which it was not designed. 

N-TRON Products are ideal for the interconnection; Industrial PC's, Programmable Logic Controllers, Ethernet I/O, Distributed Control Systems.

All N-TRON switches are housed in steel rugged enclosures, designed to withstand the most demanding industrial applications, and have been fully tested and certified at industrial environmental extremes. The most common industrial packages are available, including; DIN-Rail, Panel Mount and Rackmount.

4000 Series Industrial Ethernet Switches
  • Full IEEE 802.3 & 100BaseFX Compliance.
  • Extended Environmental Specifications
  • 0° to 70°C
  • 5 Ports
  • 4 10/100BaseT RJ45 +
  • 1 10/100BaseT RJ45 or 100BaseFX Fiber Uplink
  • Fiber Segment length up to 15km
  • Autosensing speed and full/half duplex
  • Plug and Play Operation
  • Redundant Power Inputs
  • Up to 1.0 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth
800 Series Industrial Ethernet Switches
  • Full IEEE 802.3 & 100BaseFX Compliance.
  • Rugged 19" Steel Rackmount Enclosure
  • Extended Environmental Specifications
  • 0° to 60°C
  • 8 10/100BaseT RJ45 Ports
  • 100 BaseFX Fiber Uplink Option
  • Autosensing speed and full/half duplex
  • Plug and Play Operation
  • Internal Power Supply
  • Up to 1.8 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth

Introductory Special on N-TRON 808TX and 809TX until October 15th 2000. Call or email your inquiry now!

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PCI Cards Offer New Options for Larger Volume, High-Speed I/O Applications 

Looking for raster bus performance and a higher point count for your I/O application? Previously, if your direct I/O count per PC exceeded 96 points, you would automatically opt for Pamux. But now with the introduction of the PCI—AC5 adapter card, up to 32 cards can be installed in one PC, for up to l,536 points of high-speed, direct digital I/O per PC. Further, the PCI-AC28 adapter card, designed fox Pamux applications, can now interface with up to 16,384 points of I/O with 32 cards installed in one PC, overcoming the previous 2,046 point-per-PC limit. Our updated system overview for the G4 product line can help you find our how to maximize your point count and performance as you replace older ISA bus-based computers with newer PCI-based computers.
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Softlogic Support Now Available for SNAP Ethernet I/O System

For the first time, you can take advantage of the power of SNAP Ethernet I/O to perform distributed control of your processes. Opto 22 has partnered with Norman Bragar Company, a provider of IEC 1131-3-based control software, to offer softlogic support for the Opto 22 SNAP-83300-ENET Ethernet I/O system. Now you can build control applications in familiar IEC 1131-3 languages and can execute those applications at the SNAP Ethernet I/O system level to provide distributed, high-speed, local control.

In addition to standard IEC 1131-3 functions, including PID, you can access a full set of math functions and can constrict your own custom function blocks in either structured text or ladder logic.   You can build your control application using familiar point-and-click ladder logic on a Microsoftâ Windows -based PC using PSA’s Process Automation Workbench, AnchorPAW. The applications can be instantly downloaded via Ethernet to the Opto 22 SNAP Ethernet processor where the AnchorPLC softlogic runtime system where the SNAP-B3000-ENET executes the program in real time.

Control variables can he accessed via Modbus/TCP for industrial connectivity. On-line monitoring can be enabled through the Ethernet network, while Opto 22’s Web server capability is still available to support your Web-based requirements.

 The AnchorPLC softlogic system supports all Opto 22 SNAP I/0â modules.

For more information, please call or email our office.

The award-winning SNAP Ethernet I/O system provides the most versatile, cost-effective Industrial automation solution available and is now more powerful than ever! An array of new enhancements, previously available on a project basis, will become part of the standard SNAP Ethernet I/O offering. Highlights of these new features are:

• Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) support

• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support

• Expanded support for configuring events and their reactions

• Support for eXtensible Markup Language (XML)

• Support for wireless protocols such as Handheld Device Markup Language (HDML)

• Wireless Markup Language (WML) for use with Web-capable cellular phones

• I/O data mirroring capabilities

These flash firmware enhancements are compatible with existing SNAP Ethernet I/O systems and will be available at no extra charge.


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the Fast Ethernet Rail Switches allow you to configure medium to large sized deterministic Ethernet/Fast Ethernet networks easily and cost-effectively.    An important feature of the Rail Switches is the fast media redundancy.    The failure of a transmission path will be recognized in less than 300ms and the Rail Switch will divert data to a redundant path.  You can activate this function via DIP switches on any Rail Switch.

Rail Switches RS2 also contain an SNMP management agent and integrated web-based management. These features provide you with simple, east-to-use configuration function for fast installation and setup.   Extensive network and device information also contribute to ultimate system reliability.