Process Communication And Field Communication - Siemens SIRIUS 3RT Series System Manual

System overview
1.10 Connection to the higher-level control
1.10.3.4

Process communication and field communication

The AS-Interface is used where individual actuators and sensors are distributed at different
locations on a machine (e.g. in a bottling plant or production line, etc.). AS-Interface replaces
complex cable harnesses and connects binary and analog actuators and sensors such as
proximity switches, valves, or indicator lights with a control, such as SIMATIC, or a PC.
In practice this means that the installation process is really simple, because both data and
power are transported via the same cable. No expert knowledge is required for installation
and commissioning. Furthermore, thanks to the simple cable laying procedure and the clear
cable structure, as well as the special design of the cable, you not only significantly reduce
the risk of errors, but also service and maintenance costs.
Figure 1-44 Example of a system configuration
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