MicroSmart PLC All-in-One
Power, Performance, Connectivity
IDEC brought some of the first micro-Programmable Logic Controllers to the market, and has been meeting your changing control automation needs for decades. Our next generation MicroSmart FC6A , a powerful micro PLC with the features of a PAC (programmable automation controller) in a low-cost and small form factor, making it an ideal fit for demanding applications.
IDEC PLC Recognized Worldwide with Prestigious Award
IDEC Corporation’s MicroSmart FC6A PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) has received the Good Design Award from the Japan Institute for Design Promotion, a public interest foundation. Its precursor, the Good Design Selection System (or G Mark System), was founded in 1957 by the Japanese Ministry of International Trade and Industry (the current Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry), and has been engaged in design evaluation for about 60 years. Japanese products are synonymous with high quality and good design worldwide, and only the best of the best receive this award. Read More
MicroSmart FC6A All-in-One
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16 I/O
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24 I/O
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40 I/O
Design
Removable Terminal Blocks
The MicroSmart PLC has removable I/O and power terminal blocks to simplify wiring, installation and module replacement. A terminal block can be completely wired, and then plugged into a module. Spring clamp terminal blocks are optional.
SD Memory Slot
An SD memory card can be plugged into the MicroSmart PLC SD port. This card can be used for data logging, program storage/transfer, firmware updating or recipe storage.
RJ45 Ethernet Port
The MicroSmart PLC has a built in RJ45 Ethernet port which supports the Modbus TCP protocol. Easily and remotely connect to the PLC using WindLDR software for program download, update and monitor.
USB Bus Power
The MicroSmart PLC’s USB port can be used to transfer its software program from a PC to the CPU without connecting a power supply. The USB connection from the PC also provides power to the CPU, so it doesn’t have to be plugged in for program upload or download, or for monitoring by a PC.
RJ45 RS232C/ RS485 Serial Port
The MicroSmart PLC has a built in RJ45 serial port selectable by the user for either RS232C or RS485 communications. A plug-in cartridge adds an additional RS232C/RS485 port. The serial port supports the Modbus User and RTU protocols.
Replaceable Battery
The MicroSmart PLC’s battery can be easily replaced. Warning of low battery level is provided both at the CPU via an LED, and through a special data register which can be used to trigger an alarm on the HMI or send an email alert.
Digital and Analog Cartridges solution
Each analog cartridge has two analog I/O points, either two inputs or outputs. Whereas digital cartridge has four inputs or outputs. This makes the MicroSmart FC6A an ideal solution for applications requiring minimal digital or analog I/O in a compact form allowing space-saving and cost effective.
Easy to expand Communication Ports
One communication cartridge can be added to the MicroSmart PLC 16 and 24 I/O models, and two communication cartridges can be added to the MicroSmart PLC 40 I/O model. Each cartridge has one serial port.
Up to 15 Expansion Modules without limitation
Up to 12 expansion modules can be added to the MicroSmart PLC 16 I/O model, and up to 15 expansion modules can be added to the MicroSmart PLC 24 and 40 I/O models. These modules can be of any type with no restrictions as to the number of analog and specialty modules.
HMI Module
An optional HMI module can be added to provide operator interface. The HMI module can also accommodate an optional plug-in analog cartridge, and it has an integral Ethernet port. IoT capability is provided by custom web pages. Now you can create sophisticate and informational web pages using WindLDR built-in web page editor with drag & drop simplicity. These web pages can then be accessed via any web browser running on any Internet-connected device such as a remote PC, a tablet or a smartphone.
Unmatched Performance
Fast Execution Time
Processing time for Basic instruction
24 time faster than FC4A
16 time faster than FC5A
Fast I/O Refresh
Comparing a typical setup with CPU, plus 4 digital I/O and 1 analog expansion module, the MicroSmart FC6A takes only 0.4ms to read and update all the expansion I/O. This is extremely fast comparing to other micro PLC. As a result, your system reacts faster and runs more effieciently.6 time faster than FC5A
Large 640KB (80,000 steps) programming memory
Handle large and more sophisticated program for bigger systems
Program Capacity (KByte)
Large Data Memory
The MicroSmart PLC has 1,024 timers, and six of the 512 counters are high-speed at rates up to 100kHz. These capabilities are combined with extensive data and bit memory, double the capacity of a typical micro PLC.
Built-in Real Time Clock
The MicroSmart PLC has a built-in real-time clock. Alternatively, the PLC can obtain time information from an SNTP server for time-based applications such as lighting controls.
Upgradable Firmware for CPU and expansion modules
The CPU and expansion modules have field-upgradeable firmware, making it easy to keep the MicroSmart PLC up to date.
Communication of Choice
Modbus TCP and RTU protocol
FC6A supports both Modbus TCP and RTU. It can be easily be configured to be a Client (master) or Server (slave) on the Modbus network.
CAN J1939 Protocol
The MicroSmart PLC supports the CAN J1939 protocol, commonly used in diesel power train applications, in-vehicle networks for trucks & buses, agriculture & forestry machinery, military and recreational vehicles, and marine navigation systems.
Email and Text Notification
Using HMI module, FC6A MicroSmart can easily be configured to send Email or Text message to your PC or mobile phone. Dynamic values in the PLC can also be incorporated in the body of the email as well to show status conditions Up to 255 email messages can be configured and multiple recipients can be included in the email To and cc fields. Third party email servers such as Gmail or Yahoo can be configured.
Programming
Web Page Editor
WindLDR version 8+ introduced a new Web Page Editor where anyone can use it to create professional and dynamic web pages to monitor and control the MicroSmart FC6A PLC.
Web Page Editor Tutorials
Ever wonder how you can create web page for your PLC without hiring an HTML and Java script expert?
Watch the videos below to see what you can do with web page editor!
Lesson 1 - Add Text & Images
Lesson 2 - Data Display
Lesson 3 - Bar Graphs
Lesson 4 - Indicator
Lesson 5 - Linking Pages
Many industrial applications require motion control, but users are often frustrated by the complexity and high cost of implementation. IDEC Corporation and AMCI, an established supplier of motion control systems, have partnered to address this issue by offering a simple yet highly capable stepper motion control system. This AMCI by IDEC product line includes controllers, stepper motors, a combo controller+drive, a combo drive+stepper motor, and the 3-in-1 controller+drive+stepper motor. When combined with an IDEC FC6A PLC and its embedded motion control software modules, these products allow users to quickly and simply implement single- and multi-axis motion control in a wide range of industries and applications.
What Makes up a Stepper Motion System?
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FC6A MicroSmart
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Controller
A 2-axis motion controller that can be expanded up to 12 axes. It can accept encoder feedback to provides stall detection and move verification. It includes six discrete inputs for move conditioning and other functions, and four discrete outputs to indicate status and provide diagnostics. Learn more
Drive+Controller
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Stepper Motor+Drive+Controller
AMCI by IDEC’s controller+drive+motor combo unit provides all-in-one motion control with all the features of the two-axis controller, drive and stepper motor. Learn more
Stepper+Drive
AMCI by IDEC’s motor+drive combo unit can control one to six axes of motion, and it combines all the features of the two-axis controller and the drive into a single unit.. Learn more
Drive+Controller
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Stepper Motor+Drive+Controller
AMCI by IDEC’s controller+drive+motor combo unit provides all-in-one motion control with all the features of the two-axis controller, drive and stepper motor. Learn more
Stepper Motor
AMCI by IDEC’s stepper motor comes in standard NEMA 23 frame sizes with output torque rating of 130 and 240 oz-in.
Application Examples
Advances in technology couple with customer demands brings about a push to combine one or more of the basic system components into one product.
Linear Applications
Flow Wrapper
Rotary Applications
Stepper Motion Controls
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