Unitronics EX-A1 Manual

Unitronics EX-A1 Manual

I/o expansion module adapter

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EX-A1
The EX-A1 interfaces between a variety of
I/O expansion modules and specific
Unitronics' OPLCs.
A single adapter can be connected to up to
8 expansion modules.
The EX-A1 may either be snap-mounted
on a DIN rail, or screw-mounted onto a
mounting plate.

Component identification

1
Status indicators
2
OPLC to EX-A1 connection port
3
Power supply connection points
4
EX-A1 to expansion module
connection port
User safety and equipment protection guidelines
This document is intended to aid trained and competent personnel in the installation of this equipment as defined
by the European directives for machinery, low voltage and EMC. Only a technician or engineer trained in the local
and national electrical standards should perform tasks associated with the electrical wiring of this device.
Under no circumstances will Unitronics be liable or responsible for any consequential damage that may
arise as a result of installation or use of this equipment, and is not responsible for problems resulting from
improper or irresponsible use of this device.
All examples and diagrams shown in the manual are intended to aid understanding. They do not
guarantee operation.
Unitronics accepts no responsibility for actual use of this product based on these examples.
Only qualified service personnel should open this device or carry out repairs.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local and national standards and regulations.
Check the user program before running it.
Do not attempt to use this device with voltage exceeding permissible levels.
Install an external circuit breaker and take all appropriate safety measures against short-
circuiting in external wiring.
Failure to comply with appropriate safety guidelines can result in severe personal injury or
property damage. Always exercise proper caution when working with electrical equipment.
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  • Page 1: Component Identification

    Under no circumstances will Unitronics be liable or responsible for any consequential damage that may arise as a result of installation or use of this equipment, and is not responsible for problems resulting from improper or irresponsible use of this device.
  • Page 2: Mounting Considerations

    Snap the EX-A1 onto the DIN rail as shown below; the EX-A1 will be squarely situated on the DIN rail. 80mm Screw-Mounting The figure on the next page is drawn to scale. It may be used as a guide for screw-mounting the EX-A1. Mounting screw type: either M3 or NC6-32. Unitronics Industrial Automation Systems...
  • Page 3 EX- A1 I / O E x p a n s i o n M o d u l e Ad a p t e r 1 2 / 0 1 80mm 68.4mm 5.8mm 4mm (x2) Unitronics Industrial Automation Systems...
  • Page 4 Connecting the OPLC to the EX-A1 An OPLC, such as the M90 micro-OPLC, is connected to the EX-A1 adapter as shown below, via a category 5 shielded twisted pair cable (CAT 5, STP), terminated by RJ45 connectors. The cable provided with the EX- A1 is one meter long;...
  • Page 5: Wiring Considerations

    I / O E x p a n s i o n M o d u l e Ad a p t e r 1 2 / 0 1 Connecting the EX-A1 to an I/O expansion module Push the module-to-module connector into the port located on the right side of the EXA1.
  • Page 6 Either onto a 35mm DIN-rail or screw- mounted. Notes: 1 Both the OPLC and the EX-A1 must be connected to the same power supply. The EX-A1 and the OPLC must be turned on and off simultaneously. The 12VDC power supply is supported by versions V2.00 and later.
  • Page 7 RO8 is always assigned the number 7. Its I/Os are addressed accordingly. Example Input #5, located on an EX90-DI8-RO8 connected to an M90 OPLC will be addressed as I 149, 149 = 32 + 7 • 16 + 5 Unitronics Industrial Automation Systems...
  • Page 8 EX- A1 1 2 / 0 1 I / O E x p a n s i o n M o d u l e Ad a p t e r Unitronics Industrial Automation Systems...

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