Advantech AMAX-4870 Startup Manual

AMAX-4870
6-Port EtherCAT Junction Slave Module
Startup Manual
Packing List
Before installation, check that the following items are
included in the shipment:
• 1 x AMAX-4870 EtherCAT junction
• 2 x Terminal blocks (see Specifications for more details)
• 1 x AMAX-4870 startup manual
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your
distributor or sales representative immediately.
User Manual
For more detailed information about this product, download
the latest user manual from the Advantech website.
EtherCAT Slave Information File
The configuration data of an EtherCAT slave module is
stored in an EtherCAT slave information (ESI) file. Vari-
ous EtherCAT communication settings can be defined
from the ESI files of connected slave units as well the
network connection information. ESI files are saved to
the configuration tool to facilitate network configuration.
The network configuration data can be downloaded to the
EtherCAT master unit for configuring EtherCAT networks.
The AMAX-4870 ESI file can be downloaded from the
Advantech website.
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This manual is for AMAX-4870.
Part No. 2041487000
Printed in China
AMAX-4870 is a 6-port EtherCAT junction slave module that
supports flexible wiring configurations in line, tree, and star
topologies, allowing EtherCAT systems to remain opera-
tional in the event of a machine error requiring a shutdown.
The AMAX-4870 module can also enhance debugging
and maintenance efficiency for optimum performance.
Furthermore, AMAX-4870 has been verified by the Ether-
CAT Conformance Test Tool and can support most third-
party master modules (TwinCAT, CODESYS, and Acontis).
General
• Protocol: EtherCAT
• Ports
• Data Rate: 100 Mbps max.
• Power Input: 10 ~ 30 V
• I/O Connector
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 120 x 120 x 40 mm
• Power Consumption
• Operating Temperature: -20 ~ 60 °C (-4 ~ 140 °F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 °C (-40 ~ 158 °F)
• Storage Humidity: 5 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)
1. Download the AMAX-4870 user manual and ESI file
2. Import the ESI file to create an EtherCAT network
3. Use the master utility to test AMAX-4870.
Edition 1
February 2019
Overview
Specifications
In: 1 port
Out: 5 ports
2 x 3-pin 3.81-mm screw terminal block (power)
6 x RJ-45 (EtherCAT)
(4.72 x 4.72 x 157 in)
24 V: 140 mA (typical); 190 mA (max.)
Installation
from the Advantech website.
information (ENI) file using either
- Advantech Common Motion Utility
(with a PCI-1203 EtherCAT master card)
- Other EtherCAT master software
(such as TwinCAT or Acontis)
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