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No.EX※※-OMW0011-A PRODUCT NAME SI Unit MODEL / Series / Product Number EX245-SPN1A EX245-SPN2A EX245-SPN3A PRODUCT NAME Digital Input Module MODEL / Series / Product Number EX245-DX1 PRODUCT NAME Digital Output Module MODEL / Series / Product Number EX245-DY1 PRODUCT NAME...
Contents 1. Product Summary 1.1. Features 1.2. Structure 2. General Specifications 3. Installation 3.1. Mounting 3.2. Wiring 4. Commissioning 4.1. Configuration 4.2. Parameterisation 5. Diagnosis 5.1. Diagnostics data on I/O mapping 5.2. Maintenance alarm for the Fibre-optic cables 6. SI Unit 6.1.
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10. Accessories 10.1. Markers 10.2. Y Connector 10.3. Seal cap 10.4. Joint pack 11. Dimensions 11.1. The Input/Output Modules Manifold 12. Troubleshooting 12.1. EX245-SPN1A/SPN2A/SPN3A 12.2. EX245-DX1 12.3. EX245-DY1 - 3 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
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Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of "Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
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Safety Instructions Caution 1.The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary. If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
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Operator This operation manual is intended for those who have knowledge of machinery using pneumatic equipment, and have sufficient knowledge of assembly, operation and maintenance of such equipment. Only those persons are allowed to perform assembly, operation and maintenance. Read and understand this operation manual carefully before assembling, operating or providing maintenance to the product.
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Caution ■ When handling the unit or assembling/replacing units: •Do not touch the sharp metal parts of the connector or plug for connecting units. •Take care not to hit your hand when disassembling the unit. The connecting portions of the unit are firmly joined with seals. •When joining units, take care not to get fingers caught between units.
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•Select the proper type of protection according to the environment of operation. IP65 protection is achieved when the following conditions are met. (1)The EX245-SPN1A/EX245-SPN2A and/or input or output module are connected properly with power/fieldbus cable with Push Pull connector and I/O device cable with M12 connector.
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•When a surge-generating load such as a relay, valve or lamp is driven directly, use a product with a built-in surge absorbing element. Direct drive of a load generating surge voltage can damage the product. •The product is CE marked, but not immune to lightning strikes. Take measures against lightning strikes in the system.
Two connectors for supply voltages and two connectors for PROFINET IO connection, EX245-SPN1A : 2 x Push Pull connectors (24 Volt) and 2 x Push Pull connectors (SCRJ) EX245-SPN2A : 2 x Push Pull connectors (24 Volt) and 2 x Push Pull connectors (RJ45) EX245-SPN3A : 2 x 7/8 inch 5 pins connectors and 2 x M12 4 pins socket D-coded connectors ・...
1.2. Structure Components Function SI Unit Fieldbus, valve interface and supply voltage to modules Digital Input Module Supply voltage to sensors and input digital data Digital Output Module Output to electric loads End plate End plate of module side Solenoid valves Operate pneumatic devices Fig.
2. General Specifications Table. 2-1 EX245 series general specifications Item Specification Rated voltage 24 V DC Allowable instantaneous 1 msec maximum electrical stop IP65 rating (when fully installed or fitted with protective cover) Protection class (complies with IEC 60529) CE Marked Applicable standard RoHS directive EN50581:2012 Withstand voltage...
3. Installation 3.1. Mounting Caution To prevent manifold components being damaged, apply the recommended tightening torque. Mount the manifold using the 6 mounting positions on the base with screws. Required screws are as follows: ① 2 x M5 (End plate: torque = 1.5 Nm) ②...
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3.1.1. Valve manifold connection Connect the valve manifold with the 2 screws on the SI Unit. (hexagonal socket wrench size 2.5) For torque value, refer to valve manifold catalogue. Fig. 3-2 Valve manifold connection Caution For a protection rating of IP65 to be ensured, apply the recommended tightening torque and make sure that the O-ring is positioned correctly on the screw.
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EX245-SPN3A ① M4, FE terminal screw (torque = 0.7 - 0.8 Nm) ② 7/8 inch 5 pins plug connector, Power connection (XD1) ③ 7/8 inch 5 pins socket connector, Power connection (XD2) ④ M12 4 pins socket D-coded connector, PROFINET connection Port1 (XF1), Port type: MDI ⑤...
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・ Maximum loop through current between power connectors on each SI Unit must not be exceeded. ・ The EX245-SPN1A makes use of a CLASS 1 LASER product. Do not stare into beam visible at XF1/XF2. Power connectors Remarks 24V (US1)
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PROFINET communication connectors Port1/Port2 TX Transmit Data RX Receive Data View of Push Pull connector (XF1/XF2) Fig. 3-8 Pin allocation of Push Pull connector (SCRJ) for EX245-SPN1A Port1 (XF1) Port2 (XF2) Port type: MDI Port type: MDI-X TD+ Transmit data+...
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NOTE ・ When you use the EX245-SPN2A/EX245-SPN3A and the Autonegotiation function is disabled, you must select the correct network cable, refer to Fig 3-11, 3-12. ・ Auto crossover function is not available when the Autonegotiation function is disabled. ・ Auto crossover function shall be capable of switching over their twisted pair ports automatically between MDI and MDI-X pin assignment.
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Connection example Case 1 IO controller or Switch EX245-SPN2A/SPN3A EX245-SPN2A/SPN3A - Disable Autonegotiation - Priorized startup (FSU) - Priorized startup (FSU) - Disable Autonegotiation - Disable Autonegotiation Port * Port # Port 1 Port 2 Port 1 Port 2 MDI-X MDI-X MDI-X Patch Cable...
Symbol files: GSDML-0083-0011-EX245.bmp 4.1.2. Head modules The GSD file contains the description for two Head modules and three SI Units. Table. 4-1 Head modules Head module Available SI Unit EX245-SPN FX EX245-SPN1A EX245-SPN2A EX245-SPN Cu EX245-SPN3A - 21 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
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4.1.3. Modules The SI Unit can consists of the following modules. Table. 4-2 Overview of modules for the SI Unit Occupied bytes Allowable slot Module Note (Number / Name) Input Output Diagnostics type 1 4 bytes 1 / Diagnostics Refer to the Section 5.1.1 Diagnostics type 1 Refer to the...
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IO Controller will not be established. Configuration steps: choose the Head module “EX245-SPN FX” on the ・ When using the EX245-SPN1A, configuration software. When using the EX245-SPN2A/EX245-SPN3A, choose the Head module “EX245-SPN Cu”. ・ Enter the "Diagnostics type 1/2" modules in Diagnostics slot if required.
4.2. Parameterisation 4.2.1. Module parameters ・ Module parameters for valves The "16 Valves" has the following module parameters. Table. 4-4 Module parameters of the “16 Valves” Name Range of values Default Meaning Force to OFF When a bus fault occurs, the output Valve Output 0 Force to ON Force to OFF...
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・ Module parameters for EX245-DX1 The EX245-DX1 has the following module parameter. Table. 4-6 Module parameter of “EX245-DX1” Name Range of values Default Meaning Sets the time to ignore the input signal change per module as follows: Enable Input filter Enable Enable : 8 msec Disable...
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4.2.2. Energy saving mode for PROFIenergy Each module has the following module parameters for PROFIenergy. The SI Unit starts the energy saving mode when the SI Unit receives the PROFIenergy command. Regarding the LED indicator during energy saving mode, refer to the Section 6.4.6.
5. Diagnosis 5.1. Diagnostics data on I/O mapping The SI Unit can be allocated diagnostics data as digital input data on I/O mapping, if one of the module, Diagnostics type 1 or Diagnostics type 2, is configured. Use PROFINET IO Controller’s software to select a requested diagnostics type to allocate the diagnostics data on I/O mapping.
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・ General diagnostics 2 Table. 5-3 General diagnostics 2 Description Explanation Module 1 error 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 1 has an error Module 2 error 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 2 has an error Module 3 error 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 3 has an error Module 4 error...
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5.1.2. Diagnostics type 2 Table. 5-6 Overview of Diagnostics type 2 Byte Description General diagnostics 1 Valve diagnostics 1 General diagnostics 2 Valve diagnostics 2 ・ General diagnostics 1 Table. 5-7 General Diagnostics 1 Description Explanation 0: 16 Valves Maximum number of valves 1: 32 Valves or no “Valves”...
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・ General diagnostics 2 Table. 5-9 General diagnostics 2 Description Explanation Module 1 diagnostics 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 1 has an error Module 2 diagnostics 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 2 has an error Module 3 diagnostics 0: No error or not connected, 1: Module 3 has an error Module 4 diagnostics...
"Maintenance alarm" for the Fibre-optic cable, if monitor setting of communication port is enable. If the FO LED of the EX245-SPN1A is flashing (more than 0 dB but less than 2 dB) or ON (the margin is 0 dB), refer to the Section 6.4.5.
6.2. Specifications Table. 6-1 Specifications Description Item EX245-SPN1A EX245-SPN2A EX245-SPN3A General Dimensions (W x L x H) in mm 85 x 127.5 x 89.5 85 x 147.7 x 89.5 Weight 465 g 540 g Housing materials Maximum number of modules...
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Table. 6-2 Specifications (continued) Description Item EX245-SPN1A EX245-SPN2A EX245-SPN3A Fieldbus Bus protocol PROFINET I/O Conformance Class C Yes (Only for IRT switch function) FSU (Fast Start Up) MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol) MRPD (Media Redundancy for Planned Duplication) Shared device PROFIenergy...
6.3. Process data for valves The SI Unit occupies 2 or 4 bytes of output data for valves. The counting of valve coils starts at the SI Unit from left to right. Output data Byte 16 Valves 32 Valves Valve coils 0-7 Valve coils 0-7 Valve coils 8-15 Valve coils 8-15...
The LED indicators are arranged on the SI Unit as shown in the illustration below. The layout of the LINK/ACT LEDs and FO LEDs are for port1 on the left side (XF1) and for port2 on the right side (XF2). EX245-SPN1A EX245-SPN2A/EX245-SPN3A Designation...
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6.4.1. SF and BF indicators Table. 6-3 SF and BF indicators Meaning No fault (The SI Unit is currently exchanging data with the IO Controller without errors). One of the following may have occurred. ・ US1 is below the permissible level (< approx. 19.2 V DC). ・...
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6.4.4. LINK/ACT indicator Table. 6-6 LINK/ACT indicator LINK/ACT Meaning Green ON Connection via Ethernet to the SI Unit via Port 1/2 (XF1/XF2) Green OFF No connection established via Port 1/2 (XF1/XF2) Orange ON Transmission or reception of Ethernet telegrams on Port 1/2 (XF1/XF2) Orange OFF No transmission or reception of Ethernet telegrams on Port 1/2 (XF1/XF2) Green Flash...
7.2. Specifications Table. 7-1 EX245-DX1 specifications Item Description General Dimensions (W x L x H) in mm 54 x 120 x 61 Weight 265 g Housing material Nylon, PBT Electrical Rated supply voltage 24 V DC Voltage drop to sensor supply Max.
7.3. Wiring Caution ・ To prevent damage, all power for the SI Unit and modules must be turned off (i.e. de-energized) before the modules are installed or removed. ・ For a protection rating of IP65 to be ensured, all covering caps must be screwed down correctly after wiring and setting have been performed.
7.5. LED indicators The status indicators are arranged on the EX245-DX1 as shown in the illustration below. 0 to15 Description Input is not activated and no errors. Green ON Input is activated. Red ON Short circuit is detected. Fig. 7-2 Status indicators of the EX245-DX1 - 46 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
8.2. Specifications Table. 8-1 EX245-DY1 specifications Item Description General Dimensions (W x L x H) in mm 54 x 120 x 61 Weight 255 g Housing material Nylon, PBT Electrical Rated supply voltage 24 V DC Voltage drop to load supply Max.
8.3. Wiring Caution ・ To prevent damage, all power for the SI Unit and modules must be turned off (i.e. de-energized) before the modules are installed or removed. ・ For a protection rating of IP65 to be ensured, all covering caps must be screwed down correctly after wiring and setting have been performed.
8.5. LED indicators The status indicators are arranged on the EX245-DY1 as shown in the illustration below. 0 to 7 Description Output is not activated and no errors. Green ON Output is activated. Red ON Short circuit is detected. Fig. 8-2 Status indicators of the EX245-DY1 - 51 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
9. End Plate - EX245-EA2-1/2/3/4/5 9.1. Parts and description Fig. 9-1 Allocation of parts on the EX245-EA2-1 Fig. 9-2 Allocation of parts on the EX245-EA2-2 - 53 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
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Fig. 9-3 Allocation of parts on the EX245-EA2-3 Fig. 9-4 Allocation of parts on the EX245-EA2-4 - 54 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
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Fig. 9-5 Allocation of parts on the EX245-EA2-5 - 55 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
9.2. Specifications Table. 9-1 EX245-EA2-1 specifications Item Description Dimensions (W x L x H) in mm 28.6 x 120 x 61.5 Weight 120 g Housing material Nylon Table. 9-2 EX245-EA2-2 specifications Item Description Dimensions (W x L x H) in mm 14 x 120 x 61.5 Weight 85 g...
10. Accessories 10.1. Markers Markers are available in single sheets each containing 88 pieces, For the EX245-DX1 and EX245-DY1 use the part No.EX600-ZT1. Model No.:EX600-ZT1 Fig. 10-1 EX600-ZT1 - 57 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
10.2. Y Connector Y connectors can be used with the EX245-DX1 and EX245-DY1. There are two options – 2 x M12 to M12 2 x M8 to M12 Model No.:PCA-1557785 (Y branch Connector (2 x M12 to M12)) Fig. 10-2 PCA-1557785 - 58 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
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Model No.:PCA-1557798 (Y branch Connector (2 x M8 to M12)) Fig. 10-3 PCA-1557798 - 59 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
10.3. Seal cap Model No.: EX9-AWTS (10 pieces for M12 socket connectors) The EX9-AWTS can be used with the EX245-SPN3A, EX245-DX1 and EX245-DY1. Mount the seal cap in the unused sockets. IP65 rating is maintained by using the seal cap properly. Fig.
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IP65 rating is maintained by using the seal cap properly. Fig. 10-6 EX245-AWC NOTE ・ In case of the EX245-SPN1A or EX245-SPN2A, the Seal caps is fitted to all bus & power connector when shipped from factory. - 61 - No.EX※※-OMW0011-A...
10.4. Joint pack One "Joint assembly" and two "Modular adaptor assembly" are contained in one "Joint pack". Model No.: EX245-ZJP Joint assembly Modular adaptor assembly Fig. 10-7 EX245-ZJP NOTE ・ One Joint pack is attached to the EX245-DX1, EX245-DY1 and EX245-EA2-1/2/3/4/5. ・...
11.1. The Input/Output Modules Manifold Fig. 11-1 Dimensions of the Modules manifold NOTE ・ Fig. 11-1 shows when the EX245-EA2-1 is used. The following table shows the length of the Input/Output Modules manifold. Table. 11-1 Length the EX245-SPN1A/SPN2A/SPN3A manifold 113.6 167.6 221.6 275.6 329.6 383.6...
12. Troubleshooting 12.1. EX245-SPN1A/SPN2A/SPN3A Table. 12-1 Troubleshooting for bus communication Problem Possible cause Remedy BF indicator is ON. The SI Unit is not connecting to any LINK indicator is OFF. Check the cable connection. bus. ACT indicator is OFF. The SI Unit is physically connected to the IO Controller but the following problem has occurred.
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Table. 12-4 Troubleshooting for the problem with display on US1/US2 LED Problem Possible cause Remedy Check the cable. Incorrect wiring. Check the wiring and pin numbers. US1 indicator is OFF. Check the supply for the US1 is not present. logic/sensors of the SI Unit. US1 indicator is US1 is below the permissible level (<...
12.2. EX245-DX1 Table. 12-7 Troubleshooting for EX245-DX1 Problem Possible cause Remedy Incorrect wiring. Check the wiring and pin numbers. Signals cannot be received even with US1 is not present. Check the supply for the sensors. sensor. Sensor is faulty. Check the sensor. Check the sensor.
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