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  • Page 1 Valve terminals types 03/05 with field bus connection FB8 Electronics Manual Field bus protocol: Allen-Bradley Remote I/O link 9809c...
  • Page 2 Layout: Festo, Dept. KI-TD Type setting: DUCOM 9809c © 1998 Festo AG & Co., D-73726 Esslingen, Federal Republic of Germany The copying, distribution and utilization of this document as well as the communication of its contents to others without expressed authoriza- tion is prohibited.
  • Page 3 VIFB8 - 03/05 Part no.: 152 768 Title: MANUAL Designation: P.BE-VIFB8-03/05-GB PLC-2 is a registered trademark of Allen-Bradley Company Inc. PLC-3 is a registered trademark of Allen-Bradley Company Inc. PLC-5 is a trademark of Allen-Bradley Company Inc. SLC-500 is a trademark of Allen-Bradley Company Inc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    VIFB8 - 03/05 Contents GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Designated use Target group VIII IMPORTANT USER INSTRUCTIONS Danger categories Pictograms Manuals for valve terminals types 03/05 XI Notes on this manual Service XIII Chapter 1 SYSTEM SUMMARY SYSTEM SUMMARY System structure Type 03: Description of components Type 05: Description of components Description of the functions 1-11...
  • Page 5 VIFB8 - 03/05 Chapter 3 INSTALLATION GENERAL CONNECTION PRINCIPLES Cable selection – RIO cable Cable selection – operating voltages Connecting the cables to the plugs/sockets RIO NODE Opening and closing the node Configuring the valve terminal 3-10 Setting the RIO address 3-11 Setting the RIO baud rate 3-14...
  • Page 6 VIFB8 - 03/05 Chapter 4 COMMISSIONING BASIC PRINCIPLES OF CONFIGURATION AND ADDRESSING 4-3 General information Switching on the operating voltage Calculating the configuration data Calculating the number of inputs/outputs Address assignment of the valve terminal Allen-Bradley General information (types 03 and 05) 4-9 Basic rule 1 4-10 Basic rule 2...
  • Page 7 VIFB8 - 03/05 Chapter 5 DIAGNOSIS AND ERROR TREATMENT SUMMARY OF DIAGNOSIS POSSIBILITIES ON-THE-SPOT DIAGNOSIS LED displays Node Valves Input/output modules Testing the valves Starting the test routine 5-10 Stopping the test routine 5-10 DIAGNOSIS VIA RIO NETWORK 5-11 ERROR TREATMENT 5-13 Reaction to faults in the control system...

  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Designated use The valve terminal type 03/05 described in this manual is designated exclusively for use as follows: • for controlling pneumatic and electrical actuators (valves and output modules) • for interrogating electrical sensor signals by means of the input modules.

  • Page 9: Target Group

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions Target group This manual is directed exclusively at technicians who are trained in control and automation technol- ogy and who have experience in installing, commissioning, programming and diagnosing pro- grammable logic controllers (PLC) and field bus systems.

  • Page 10: Important User Instructions

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions IMPORTANT USER INSTRUCTIONS Danger categories This manual contains instructions on the hazards which may arise from improper or negligent use of the valve terminal. A distinction is made between the following instructions: WARNING This means that injury to human beings as well as material damage can occur if these in- structions are not observed.

  • Page 11: Pictograms

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions Pictograms Pictograms and symbols supplement the danger instructions and draw attention to the conse- quences of dangers. The following pictograms are used: Uncontrolled movements of loose tubing. Uncontrolled movement of the connected actua- tors. High electric voltage or undefined switching states of the electronic components which affect the connected circuits.

  • Page 12: Manuals For Valve Terminals Types 03/05

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions Manuals for valve terminals types 03/05 The following Festo manuals are required to complete the documentation for the valve termi- nal, depending on the terminal you have ordered and on the equipment fitted on your system:...

  • Page 13: Notes On This Manual

    VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions Notes on this manual This manual contains specific information on the installation, commissioning, programming and disgnosis of the valve terminals. The following product-specific abbreviations are used in this manual: Abbreviation Meaning Terminal or Valve terminal type 03 Valve terminal (MIDI/MAXI) or type 05 (ISO)

  • Page 14: Service

    A valve terminal with four pneumatic valve sub-bases and four input/output modules is used for the diagrams in this manual. Bild 0/2: Standard equipment for the drawings Service If you have any technical problems, please consult your local Festo Service. XIII 9809c...
  • Page 15 VIFB8 - 03/05 General safety instructions 9809c...

  • Page 16: System Summary

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary 1. SYSTEM SUMMARY 9809c...
  • Page 17 VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary Contents SYSTEM SUMMARY System structure Type 03: Description of components Type 05: Description of components Description of the functions 1-11 9809c...

  • Page 18: System Structure

    1. System summary 1.1 SYSTEM SUMMARY System structure Festo offers a solution to automation problems at machine level in the form of the valve terminal. Valve terminals of types 03/05 are constructed on a modular basis and permit combinations of...
  • Page 19 VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary Valve terminal type 03 with connection to the RIO networks offers the following advantages: • can be fitted with digital I/Os and pneumatic valves • subsequent extension/conversion possible • small-scale valves • can be connected to various control systems •...

  • Page 20: Type 03: Description Of Components

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary Type 03: Description of components Valve terminal type 03 consists of individual modules. Each module is designed with different functions, connections, display and operating elements as shown below. Figure Modules RIO node FB8 Electric modules (input/output modules), fitted with •...

  • Page 21: Operating Voltage

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary The following connecting and display elements are to be found on the electric modules: Meaning Output socket for electric output Yellow LED (status display per output) Red LED (error display per output) Input socket for one electric input Green LED (per input) Input socket for two electric inputs Two green LEDs (one LED per input)

  • Page 22: Operating Voltage

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary The connecting, display and operating elements shown below are to be found on the MIDI modules of type 03. Meaning RIO node with LEDs and RIO connection, detailed description see chapter "Installation" Yellow LED Manual override upper valve solenoid coil Valve location inscription field Unused valve location with blanking plate...
  • Page 23 VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary The connecting, display and operating elements shown below are to be found on the MAXI modules of type 03. Meaning Node with LEDs and RIO connection, detailed description see chapter "Installation" Yellow LEDs (per pilot solenoid) Manual override (per pilot solenoid, locking or automatic reset) Valve location inscription field Unused valve location with blanking plate...

  • Page 24: Type 05: Description Of Components

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary Type 05: Description of components Valve terminal type 05 consists of individual modules. Each module is assigned with different functions and has different connecting, display and operating elements. These are shown in the diagram below. Module Node Electric modules (input/output modules), fitted with...
  • Page 25 VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary The connecting, display and operating elements shown below are to be found on the ISO modules of type 05. Module Node with LEDs and RIO connection, detailed description see chapter "Installation" Fuse for inputs/sensors (pin 1) Adapter module Operating voltage connection of valve terminal type 05 Fuse for valves (pin 2)

  • Page 26: Description Of The Functions

    VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary Description of the functions Incoming RIO Continuing RIO Node Compressed air AA AA Work air Electric signal flow Fig. 1/8: Function summary of valve terminals types 03/05 The node takes control of the following: •...
  • Page 27 VIFB8 - 03/05 1. System summary The input modules process the input signals (e.g. from sensors) and transmit these signals via the field bus to the controller. The outputs are universal electric outputs and control low-current consuming devices with positive logic, e.g. further valves, lights, etc..

  • Page 28: Fitting

    VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting 2. FITTING 9809c...

  • Page 29: Fitting The Components

    VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Contents FITTING THE COMPONENTS Input/output modules End plates Hat rail clamping unit (type 03) TYPE 03: FITTING THE VALVE TERMINAL Wall fitting (type 03) Hat rail fitting (type 03) 2-10 TYPE 05: FITTING THE VALVE TERMINAL 2-12 Wall fitting (type 05) 2-12...
  • Page 30 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting 2.1 FITTING THE COMPONENTS WARNING Before fitting the components, switch off the following: • the compressed air supply • the power supply to the outputs (pin 2) • the power supply to the electronic components (pin 1) You can thereby avoid: •...
  • Page 31 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting PLEASE NOTE Treat all the modules and the components of the valve terminal with great care. Pay special attention to the following: • Screw connections must not be distorted or subjected to mechanical stress. • The screws must fit correctly (otherwise the threads will be damaged).
  • Page 32 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Fitting (see also following diagram): PLEASE NOTE • Always place subsequently ordered modules behind the last module before the end plate. • Do not fit more than 12 electric modules. Fit the modules as follows: •...
  • Page 33 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting End plates A left-hand and a right-hand end plate are required as a mechanical termination of the terminal. These end plates fulfil the following functions: • They comply with protection class IP65. • They contain connections/holes for the earth cable.
  • Page 34 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Earth the end plates as follows: • Right-hand end plate (type 03): In order to earth the right-hand end plate, connect the fitted cable on the inside to the appropriate contacts on the pneumatic mo- dules or on the node (see diagram below).
  • Page 35 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Hat rail clamping unit (type 03) The hat rail clamping unit is required if the terminal is to be fitted onto a hat rail (support rail as per EN 50022). The hat rail clamping unit is fastened to the back of the end plates as shown in the following diagram: Before fitting ensure that:...
  • Page 36 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting 2.2 TYPE 03: FITTING THE VALVE TERMINAL Wall fitting (type 03) WARNING With long terminals (e.g. several I/O modules) use additional supporting brackets every 200 mm. You can then avoid: • overloading the fastening eyes on the left-hand end plate •...
  • Page 37 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Hat rail fitting (type 03) The terminal is suitable for fitting onto a hat rail (support rail as per EN 50022). There is therefore a guide groove on the rear of all modules for hanging the terminal on the hat rail. CAUTION •...
  • Page 38 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting • Make sure that the fastening surface can carry this weight. • Fit a hat rail (support rail EN 50022 - 35x15; width 35mm, height 15 mm). • Fasten the hat rail to the mounting surface at least every 100mm.

  • Page 39: Valves

    VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting 2.3 TYPE 05: FITTING THE VALVE TERMINAL Wall fitting (type 05) WARNING With long terminals (e.g. several I/O modules) use additional supporting brackets every 200 mm. You can then avoid: • overloading the fastening eyes on the left-hand end plate •...
  • Page 40 VIFB8 - 03/05 2. Fitting Fasten the terminal as follows • with 3 M10 screws on the adapter plate and the right-hand end plate (2) • with 2 M6 screws on the left-hand end plate (1) If necessary use additional fastenings as follows: •...
  • Page 41 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation 3. INSTALLATION 9809c...

  • Page 42: Installation

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Contents GENERAL CONNECTION PRINCIPLES Cable selection – RIO cable Cable selection – operating voltages Connecting the cables to the plugs/sockets RIO NODE Opening and closing the node Configuring the valve terminal 3-10 Setting the RIO address 3-11 Setting the RIO baud rate 3-14...
  • Page 43 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation 3.1 GENERAL CONNECTION PRINCIPLES WARNING Before installation or maintenance work is car- ried out, the following must be switched off: • the compressed air supply • the power supply to the electronic compo- nents (pin 1) •...

  • Page 44: Cable Selection

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Cable selection – RIO cable A twisted, screened two-core cable, Belden 9463 should be used as the RIO cable. Take into account the distance and the baud rate to be set. Cable selection – operating voltages Several parameters must be taken into account when the two operating voltages are connected.

  • Page 45: Connecting The Cables To The Plugs/Sockets

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Connecting the cables to the plugs/sockets CAUTION The position of the pins is different depending on whether plugs or sockets are used. • The connections of the input and output modules are in the form of sockets. •...
  • Page 46 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation 2. Open the strain relief on the rear part of the housing. Pass the cable through as shown in the diagram below. Cable diameter: PG 7: 4.0 ... 6.0 mm PG 9: 6.0 ... 8.0 mm PG 13.5: 10.0 ...12.0 mm Plugs/sockets (straight/angled):...

  • Page 47: Rio Node

    Last chassis (see page 4-17) • Hold Last State • Processor Restart Lockout CAUTION In applications where safety is concerned, the functions "Hold Last State" or "Processor Restart Lockout" must be implemented with double solenoid valves when the Festo valve terminal is used. 9809c...

  • Page 48: Opening And Closing The Node

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Opening and closing the node WARNING Before installation or maintenance work is car- ried out, the following must be switched off: • the compressed air supply • the power supply to the electronic compo- nents (pin 1) •...
  • Page 49 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation The following connecting and display elements are to be found on the cover of the node: Red LED Green LED Plug for RIO cable Power Fuse for supply power supply connection to inputs Fig. 3/2: Cover of the RIO node PLEASE NOTE The cover is connected to the internal PC boards via the operating voltage cable.

  • Page 50: Configuring The Valve Terminal

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Configuring the valve terminal There are four PC boards in the node. Board 2 contains an LED; board 3 contains an LED and switches for setting the baud rate and address, also two plugs for the field bus cables. Red LED DIL-Switch Green LED...

  • Page 51: Setting The Rio Address

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Setting the RIO address The RIO address of the valve terminal can be set with the two address selector switches on board 3. The switches are numbered from 0...9. The arrow on the address selector switches indicates the tens or units figure of the RIO address which is set.
  • Page 52 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Possible RIO addresses PLEASE NOTE Set the address selector switches according to the tables in Chapter 4, "Commissioning". The following table shows the address range with I/O racks of the relevant Allen-Bradley controller. A-B programmable Possible range of controller family I/O rack no.
  • Page 53 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Example: UNITS RIO address set: 05 TENS UNITS RIO address set: 38 TENS Fig. 3/6: Example of set RIO addresses 3-13 9809c...

  • Page 54: Setting The Rio Baud Rate

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Setting the RIO baud rate PLEASE NOTE Set the RIO baud rate on the valve terminal to correspond with the setting of the master in the control system. The following A-B specific functions have not been implemented: •...

  • Page 55: Type

    Protection against electric shock (protection against direct and indirect contact) is guaranteed on Festo valve terminals by the use of PELV power units in accordance with EN 60204-1/IEC 204. The valve terminals must be earthed in order to ensure their function (e.g. EMC).
  • Page 56 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation The 24 V operating voltages are connected at the lower left-hand edge of the node. Operating voltage connection Fig. 3/8: Operating voltage connection The following + 24 V DC supplies are made via this connection: •...

  • Page 57: Power Unit

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Power unit PLEASE NOTE Please note that with common voltage supply for pin 1 (electronic components and inputs) and pin 2 (outputs/valves), the lower tolerance of ± 10 % for both circuits must be observed. Check the 24 V operating voltage of the outputs whilst your system is operating.

  • Page 58: Calculating The Current Consumption Of Type 03

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Calculating the current consumption of type 03 The following table shows the calculation of the total current consumption for type 03 terminals. The values are rounded up. If you use other valves or modules, you should consult the appropriate technical specifications for their con- sumption.

  • Page 59: Potential Equalization

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation The following diagram shows the pin assignment of the operating voltage connection. 24 V supply 24 V supply for for electronic valves, outputs components and inputs Earth connection Fig. 3/10: Pin assignment of the operating voltage connection Potential equalization The valve terminal has two connections for...

  • Page 60: Connection Example Type 03

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Connection example type 03 The following diagram shows the connection of a common 24 V supply for pins 1 and 2. Please note that: • the outputs/valves must be protected against short circuit/overload with an external 10 A fuse •...
  • Page 61 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Fuse for inputs/sensors (2 A) 24 V 3,15 A 230 V external fuses DC 24V 10 A ± 10% Load voltage can be switched off Earth connection pin 4 separately designed for 12 A Potential equalization Bild 3/11: Example –...

  • Page 62: Type

    Protection against electric shock (protection against direct and indirect contact) is guaranteed on Festo valve terminals by the use of PELV power units in accordance with EN 60204-1/IEC 204. The valve terminals must be earthed in order to ensure their function (e.g. EMC).
  • Page 63 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Operating voltage connection type 05 Fuse for valves 4 A slow-blowing * Adapter cable Do not switch on more than 12 valves at the same time, otherwise the valve fuse will be overstressed Bild 3/12: Position of the operating voltage connection type 05 The following + 24 V DC supplies are made via this connection: •...

  • Page 64: Power Unit

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Power unit PLEASE NOTE Please note that with a common voltage sup- ply for pin 1 (electronic components and in- puts) and pin 2 (outputs/valves), the lower tolerance of ± 10 % for both circuits must be observed.

  • Page 65: Calculating The Current Consumption Type 05

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Calculating the current consumption type 05 The following table shows the calculation of the total current consumption for the ISO terminal type 05. The values are rounded up. If you use other valves or modules, you should consult the appropriate technical specifications for their con- sumption.

  • Page 66: Potential Equalization

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation The following diagram shows the pin assignment of the operating voltage connection on the adapter plate. 24 V supply 24 V supply for for electronic valves, outputs components and inputs Earth connection Fig. 3/14: Pin assignment of the operating voltage connection Potential equalization The valve terminal has two earth connections for...

  • Page 67: Connection Example Type 05

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Connection example type 05 The following diagram shows the connection of a common 24 V supply for pins 1 and 2. Please note that: • the outputs/valves must be protected against short circuit/overload with an external 10 A fuse •...
  • Page 68 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Operating voltage connection Connected adapter cable Fuse for valves (4 A) 24 V 3,15 A 230 V External fuses DC 24V 10 A ± 10% Load voltage can be switched off Earth cable connection separately pin 4 designed for 12 A Potential equalization Bild 3/15: Example –...

  • Page 69: 3.2.3 Connecting The Rio Interface

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation 3.2.3 Connecting the RIO interface There are two plugs on the RIO node for connecting the valve terminal to the Allen-Bradley RIO network. One of these connections is for the supply cable, the other for the continuing RIO cable.
  • Page 70 Recommendation – Do not exceed the maximum permitted distance of 15 cm between the T-adapter and the plug. In this way signal reflections can be avoided. – Use the Festo T-adapter FB-TA for this purpose. Incoming Continuing Incoming Branch T-Adapter, line max.
  • Page 71 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation CAUTION • Please observe the polarity when connecting the field bus interface. • Also connect the screening. The diagram below shows the pin assignment of the field bus interface. Connect the field bus cables to the appropriate pins of the cable socket. Please observe also the connection instructions in further diagrams, as well as the instructions in the manual for your control system.
  • Page 72 VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation PLEASE NOTE With some controllers in a programmable con- troller family the specified maximum number of terminals cannot be connected or not all spe- cified baud rates are supported. Please con- sult the A-B documentation for information. Programmable Scanner Max.

  • Page 73: Fitting The Terminating Resistor

    VIFB8 - 03/05 3. Installation Fitting the terminating resistor If the valve terminal or valve sensor terminal is to be connected at the end of a RIO line, a suitable terminating resistor must be fitted in the socket of the incoming RIO cable (fig. 3/14). The unused plug must be fitted with a protective cap (protec- tion class IP 65).

  • Page 74: Chapter 4 Commissioning

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning 4. COMMISSIONING 9809c...

  • Page 75: Basic Principles Of Configuration And Addressing

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Contents BASIC PRINCIPLES OF CONFIGURATION AND ADDRESSING 4-3 General information Switching on the operating voltage Calculating the configuration data Calculating the number of inputs/outputs Address assignment of the valve terminal Allen-Bradley General information (types 03 and 05) 4-9 Basic rule 1 4-10 Basic rule 2...
  • Page 76 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning 4.1 BASIC PRINCIPLES OF CONFIGURATION AND ADDRESSING General information Before commissioning or programming, should compile a configuration list of all connected slaves. On the basis of this list you can: • make a comparison between the ACTUAL and NOMINAL configurations in order to recognise connection errors;...

  • Page 77: Switching On The Operating Voltage

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Switching on the operating voltage PLEASE NOTE Observe also the switching-on instructions in the Allen-Bradley controller manual. Some A-B controllers automatically carry out a comparison between the NOMINAL and ACTUAL configurations when the operating voltage is switched on.

  • Page 78: Calculating The Configuration Data

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Calculating the configuration data Before configuring, calculate the exact number of inputs/outputs available. A modular valve terminal consists of a varying number of I/Os, depending on the type ordered. PLEASE NOTE • The terminal provides four status bits for diagnosis via the RIO network.

  • Page 79: Calculating The Number Of Inputs/Outputs

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Calculating the number of inputs/outputs Table for calculating the number of inputs/ouputs type 03 INPUTS ⋅ Σ 1. Number of 4-input modules ______ Σ ⋅ 2. Number of 8-input modules ______ 3. The 4 status bits are assigned internally automatically by the terminal.
  • Page 80 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Table for calculating the number of inputs/outputs of type 05 INPUTS ⋅ Σ 1. Number of 4-input modules ______ Σ ⋅ 2. Number of 8-input modules ______ 3. The 4 status bits are assigned internally automatically by the terminal.

  • Page 81: Address Assignment Of The Valve Terminal

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Address assignment of the valve terminal Allen-Bradley When using the valve terminal with an Allen-Brad- ley RIO network, please note the following: • Configuration: The valve terminal will behave within the RIO network like an Allen-Bradley remote I/O block.

  • Page 82: General Information (Types 03 And 05)

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning General information (types 03 and 05) PLEASE NOTE When configured in an RIO network, the valve terminal occupies 32 (quarter rack) or 64 (half rack) input and output addresses. Unused input and/or output addresses must be left free and must not be used for other modules.

  • Page 83: Basic Rule 1

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning PLEASE NOTE The A-B specific features of address assign- ment are explained in separate chapters after the basic rules. Here you will also find an example of addressing. Basic rule 1 With mixed fitting, consideration is given to the address assignment of the valves, digital I/O modules and status bits.
  • Page 84 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Address assignment of the output modules: The digital outputs are addressed after the (rounded up 4-bit) addresses of the valves. • Addresses should be assigned in ascending order without gaps. • Counting should begin on the node from right to left.
  • Page 85 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning If a valve location remains unused (blanking plate) or if a digital input/output is not connected, the appropriate address is still assigned. The diagram below shows the address assign- ment with mixed fitting. Please note If a valve location occupies two addresses, the assignment is as follows: •...

  • Page 86: Basic Rule 2

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Basic rule 2 If only valves are used, the address assignment is always as described in basic rule 1. PLEASE NOTE • Maximum 26 solenoid valve coils can be addressed. • There is no rounding up of the last two positions on the valve side.

  • Page 87: Address Assignment After Extension/Conversion

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Address assignment after extension/ conversion A special feature of the modular valve terminal is its flexibility. If the demands placed on the machine change, then the equipment fitted on the terminal can also be modified. CAUTION If extensions or conversions are made to the terminal at a later stage, this may result in a...
  • Page 88 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning The diagram below shows the modifications to the address assignment if there is an extension to the standard equipment fitted. Please note If a valve location occupies two addresses, the assignment is as follows: • low value addresses ⇒...

  • Page 89: 4.2 Allen-Bradley

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning 4.2 ALLEN-BRADLEY PLEASE NOTE For further details on addressing and pro- gramming, please refer to the Allen-Bradley programmable controller manual. The inputs/outputs of the valve terminal are addressed as a quarter rack or half rack like an Allen-Bradley remote I/O block.

  • Page 90: Assignment Of Valve Terminal Input/Output Addresses To A-B I/O Addresses

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Assignment of valve terminal input/output addresses to A-B I/O addresses I or O address Valve terminal A-B designation Example: Address 4 0 ... 7 010/00 ... 010/07 8 ... 15 010/10 ... 010/17 16 ... 23 011/00 ...
  • Page 91 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning PLC-2 PLC-2 Terminal no. Rack no. I/O group Quarter rack Half rack Fig. 4/8: Addressing facilities with PLC-2 4-18 9809c...
  • Page 92 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Maximum addressing Assignment of possible valve terminal facilities for controller addresses to A-B addressing with type PLC family Terminal no. Rack no. I/O group Quarter Half rack rack Table continues on next page 4-19 9809c...
  • Page 93 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Continued Maximum addressing Assignment of possible valve terminal facilities for controller addresses to A-B addressing with type PLC-3 and PLC-5/250 Terminal no. Rack Quarter Half group rack rack 99 (Test) 99 (Test) (Test) (Test) Fig. 4/9: Addressing facilities with PLC family 4-20 9809c...

  • Page 94: Addressing Facilities With Slc-5/02

    VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Addressing facilities with SLC-5/02 SLC-5/02 Terminal no. Rack no. I/O group Quarter rack Half rack Fig. 4/10: Addressing facilities with SLC-5/02 Example The following example shows the addressing of a Type 03 valve terminal in an A-B control system. Configuration as quarter rack Configured I/Os Used...
  • Page 95 VIFB8 - 03/05 4. Commissioning Rounded Unused O010/16 O010/17 Terminal address Unused O010/14 O010/15 I010/00 O010/12 I010/01 O010/13 O011/00 I010/02 O011/01 I010/03 O010/10 O011/02 I010/04 O010/11 O011/03 I010/05 O010/06 O011/04 I010/06 O010/07 O011/05 I010/07 O011/06 O010/04 O011/07 O010/05 O010/02 I010/10 O010/03 I010/11 O010/01...
  • Page 96 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment 5. DIAGNOSIS AND ERROR TREATMENT 9809c...

  • Page 97: Node

    VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Contents SUMMARY OF DIAGNOSIS POSSIBILITIES ON-THE-SPOT DIAGNOSIS LED displays Node Valves Input/output modules Testing the valves Starting the test routine 5-10 Stopping the test routine 5-10 DIAGNOSIS VIA RIO NETWORK 5-11 ERROR TREATMENT 5-13 Reaction to faults in the control system...
  • Page 98 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment 5.1 SUMMARY OF DIAGNOSIS POSSIBILITIES The modular valve terminal offers facilities for diagnosis and error treatment. Depending on the equipment fitted, the following status data are available: Equipment fitted on valve terminal Input modules (electric inputs) Diagnostic...
  • Page 99 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment 5.2 ON-THE-SPOT DIAGNOSIS LED displays Node The LEDs on the cover of the node indicate the operating status of the valve terminal. Red LED (operating POWER status) Green LED (error display) Fig. 5/2: LEDs of the node 9809c...
  • Page 100 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Possible LED displays of the operating status of the valve terminal are shown in the table below: LEDs Operating status Error treatment Green on Operating status normal or: None Operating status normal but valves do not switch.
  • Page 101 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Valves There is a yellow LED for each valve solenoid coil. This LED shows the switching status of the valve solenoid coil. Yellow Switch position Meaning of solenoid coil Yellow off Basic position Logic 0 (no signal) •...
  • Page 102 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment There is a yellow LED for each pilot solenoid coil. This LED shows the switching status of the pilot solenoid coil. 12 14 12 14 12 14 Yellow LEDs Switch position Meaning of pilot coil Yellow off Basic position...
  • Page 103 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Input/output modules There are one or two LEDs (status displays) next to the relevant connections on the input/output modules. The colours of these LEDs are: • green (status display of digital inputs) •...
  • Page 104 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Testing the valves WARNING Switch off the compressed air supply before testing the valves. You thereby avoid undesired or dangerous move- ment of the actuators. CAUTION • This test function runs automatically within the terminal.
  • Page 105 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Starting the test routine 1. Switch off the power supplies (pins 1 and 2). 2. Open the node. 3. Note the positions of the address selector switches and the DIL switch elements. 4.
  • Page 106 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment 5.3 DIAGNOSIS VIA RIO NETWORK The modular valve terminal offers four status bits for diagnosis via the RIO network. The four status bits are interrogated liked normal inputs. Their content is coded and contains the following information Status bits Diagnostic information...
  • Page 107 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment The status bits are configured like inputs and always occupy the four highest-value addresses of the available address range. Configuration as Quarter rack Half rack Number of configured inputs Addresses of status bits 28, 29, 30, 31 60, 61, 62, 63 Fig.
  • Page 108 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment 5.4 ERROR TREATMENT Reaction to faults in the control system Outputs are switched off in the following cases: • When there are transmission faults • When the control system is switched from "run mode"...
  • Page 109 VIFB8 - 03/05 5. Diagnosis and error treatment Short-circuit/overload at an output module If there is a short circuit or overload: • the digital output will be switched off • the red LED will light up • the short circuit error bit of the diagnostic byte will be set to logic 1 •...
  • Page 110 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A TECHNICAL APPENDIX 9809c...
  • Page 111 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Contents TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Operating voltage electronic components and inputs Operating voltage outputs/valves Field bus Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) CABLE LENGTH AND SECTIONAL AREA Calculating with a graph Calculating with a formula EXAMPLES OF CIRCUITRY A-11 Operating voltage connection type 03 A-11 Operating voltage connection type 05 A-12 9809c...
  • Page 112 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A A.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Protection class IP 65 (as per DIN 40050) Temperature during • operation C . . . +50 • storage/transport C . . . +60 Vibrations (as per DIN/IEC 68 part 2-6 and IEC 721/part 2-3) •...
  • Page 113 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Operating voltage electronic components and inputs (Pin 1 – operating voltage connection) • Rated value 24 V DC (protected against incorrect polarity) • Tolerance ± 25 % (18 V . . . 30 V DC) •...
  • Page 114 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Field bus Design Master-slave Transmission type serial asynchronous, half- duplex Protocol Allen-Bradley RIO network Baud rate • can be set on switch 57.6 kBaud 115.2 kBaud 230.4 kBaud Cable length 3.3 km at 57.6 kBaud (dependent on baud rate 1.6 km at 115.2 kBaud and cable type)
  • Page 115 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A A.2 CABLE LENGTH AND SECTIONAL AREA PLEASE NOTE The following information is for the exclusive use of personnel trained in electrotechnology and who are already familiar with the contents of the chapters on "Installation" in this manual. A load-dependent drop in voltage occurs on all three cables for the operating voltage supply to a valve terminal.
  • Page 116 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Calculating with a graph Proceed as follows: 1. Calculate the maximum current consumption of the outputs/valves (I 2. Calculate the lowest voltage to be expected on the power unit during operation (V Omin Take into consideration: •...
  • Page 117 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A in volt Omin Current I in ampere +10% 26,4 Sectional area 1.5 mm -10% 21,6 (16 AWG) Cable length in metres in volt Omin Current I in ampere +10% 26,4 Sectional area 2.5 mm -10% 21,6 (14 AWG) Cable length in metres...
  • Page 118 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Calculating with a formula Proceed as follows: 1. Calculate the maximum current consumption of the inputs and electronic components (I as well as of the outputs/valves (I 2. Calculate the lowest voltage to be expected on the power unit during operation (V Omin Take into consideration:...
  • Page 119 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Formula for calculating cable lengths: κ − V ) ⋅ A ⋅ TERMINAL min L ≤ 2 ⋅ I This means: • = 24 V ± 10%, 21.6 V: V TERMINAL ≥ 21.6 V minimal: V TERMINALmin •...
  • Page 120 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A A.3 EXAMPLES OF CIRCUITRY Operating voltage connection type 03 1: 24 V supply assignment 2: 24 V supply to to electronic outputs/valves components 4: Earth connection 3: 0 V Circuitry examples and internal structure Electric outputs Valves (must be fused externally) Electric...
  • Page 121 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix A Operating voltage connection type 05 1: 24 V supply 2: 24 V supply to assignment to electronic outputs/valves components and inputs 3: 0 V 4: Earth connection Circuitry examples Electric outputs and internal Adapter cable structure Electric inputs/sensors (fused internally)
  • Page 122 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B INDEX 9809c...
  • Page 123 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B PLEASE NOTE The index is based on key words. It therefore supplements the contents which are based on a function/action-orientated grouping. In the index you will not find e.g. "Connecting the operating voltage", but the separate entries "Connections"...
  • Page 124 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B Data transmission RIO baud rate ..... 3-14 Earthing Valve terminal ....3-19, 3-26 EMERGENCY STOP.

  • Page 125: Connecting The Operating Voltages

    VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B Pin assignment Operating voltage....3-19, 3-26 RIO interface ..... . 3-31 Processor Restart Lockout .
  • Page 126 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B Valves ....... 1-5 Voltage Cable selection... . 3-4, 3-17, 3-24 Connecting .
  • Page 127 VIFB8 - 03/05 Appendix B 9809c...

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