Dec 10, 2012
This podcast introduces AS-Interface Safety at Work, the safety technology that takes full advantage of the wiring simplification of AS-Interface. Since Safety at Work allows conventional and safety rated devices to be connected to the same AS-Interface network, users can expect a unparalleled degree of...
Dec 10, 2012
In this podcast Tim and Helge contrast conventional hardwired solutions with AS-Interface and give a specific example showing how AS-Interface simplifies the wiring of a medium size automation system with 100 sensors.
Dec 10, 2012
This podcast continues the AS-Interface overview, discussing what to consider when constructing AS-Interface networks. Topics like segment and network length and module addresses are explained.
Dec 7, 2012
This podcast starts with an overview of AS-Interface, a low-level networking technology supported by most PLC manufacturers. Fundamentally, AS-Interface solutions are built up by connecting I/O modules to Gateways and Scanner cards allowing field data to be exchanged with the PLC in a deterministic fashion. Tim and...
