Advantech AMAX-4817 Startup Manual

AMAX-4817/4820
Industrial EtherCAT SubDevice Modules
Startup Manual
Packing List
Before installation, please check that the following items are
included in the shipment:
1. AMAX-4817/4820 module
2. Terminal blocks (see Specifications for more details)
3. 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 SubDevice Information File
The AMAX-4817/4820 ESI file can be downloaded from
the Advantech website
Every EtherCAT SubDevice information (ESI) file con-
tains the configuration data of an EtherCAT SubDevice
module. Various EtherCAT communication settings can
be defined from the ESI files of connected SubDevice
units as well the network connection information. ESI
files are saved to the configuration tool to provide net-
work configuration data.
configuration data can be downloaded to the EtherCAT
MainDevice unit for configuring an EtherCAT network.
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This manual is for the AMAX-4817 and 4820 modules.
Part No. 2001481701
Printed in China
at http://www.advantech.com.
Subsequently, the network
Edition 2
April 2023
Overview
The AMAX-4817/4820 series comprises industrial EtherCAT
SubDevice modules equipped with the EtherCAT protocol.
The modules' compact size and integrated DIN rail mount
kit ensure easy installation in cabinets. The modules also
feature euro-type pluggable terminal blocks and LED in-
dicators that facilitate system setup and maintenance. All
modules are equipped with an isolation circuit that ensures
current protection for demanding industrial applications.
Specifications
General
• Connectors
- N x 10-pin terminal block (3.81 mm)
(AMAX-4817 N = 2, AMAX-4820 N = 1)
- 2 x 3-pin screw terminal block (3.81 mm)
- 2 x RJ-45 (EtherCAT)
• Dimensions:120 x 120 x 40 mm
• Operating Temperature: -20 ~ 60 °C (32 ~ 140 °F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 °C (-40 ~ 158 °F)
• Storage Humidity: 5 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)
• Power Supply: 10 ~ 30 V
Communications
• Interface: EtherCAT
• Data Transfer Medium: Ethernet/EtherCAT cable (CAT5
min.), shielded
• Distance Between Modules: 100 m max.(100BASE-TX)
• Communication Cycle Time 100 us
• Data Transfer Rates: 100 Mbps
• Configuration: Not required
Analog Input (AMAX-4817)
• Channels: 8 channels
• Resolution: 16 bits
• Input Voltage Range: 0 ~ 10 V, ±10 V
• Common-Mode Input Voltage Range: ±275 V
• Measuring Error: < ±0.1%
• Isolation Protection: 2,500 V
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