Modular remote I/O system CPX-AP-A

• Freely scalable, flexible and powerful system architecture based on the Festo Automation Platform
• AP uses a hybrid approach to combine modular CPX-AP-A and decentralised CPX-AP-I structures
• The modular CPA-AP-A enables communication with the higher-level controller via a fieldbus module
• The decentralised CPX-AP-I modules and other CPX-AP-A systems are connected via AP communication

• CPX-AP-I consists of various powerful I/O modules and the IO-Link master
• The ultra-light and compact modules with degree of protection IP65/67 communicate with each other via AP in a line topology
• The 24 VDC supply voltage is looped through from module to module or can be fed in again at any point

• Up to 15 IO-Link master modules for 4 devices each on one CPX-AP-A terminal enable powerful decentralised point-to-point communication
• Electric drives from the Simplified Motion Series as well as electric grippers can be connected directly
• All IO-Link® products from Festo (e.g. valve terminals, vacuum generators or sensors) can be connected to the CPX-AP-A IO-Link master, and it is open for IO-Link® products from other manufacturers

• Modular complete terminal CPX-AP-A with valve terminal attached for direct mounting in the machine
• Additional valve terminals can be integrated into the system via AP communication
• Configuration of the topology and joint commissioning is flexible and quick, simple and reliable with the Festo Automation Suite

• Needs-based and clear automation topology with decentralised installation of the valve terminal
• User-optimised machine layout and free system design, both electric (remote I/O) and pneumatic (valve terminal)
• Reduced overheads by using AP to connect the valve terminals to just 1 fieldbus module for communication with the higher-level controller

• Functional and highly modular valve terminal VTUX with a flow rate of up to 670 l/min, soon also with vacuum generation directly on the valve terminal
• Connection of pneumatic drives and grippers, such as piston rod cylinders, mini slides, grippers or rotary actuators

• Connection of two AP lines for decentralised system topologies to CPX-AP-A
• These can be combined as required in any AP line: decentralised remote I/O modules CPX-AP-I and various valve terminals with AP interface, as well as modular CPX-AP-A as a stand-alone terminal or with a valve terminal
• Highest performance of all participants in real time with 200 Mbaud data rate and 250µs cycle time
• Up to 80 modules in an AP communication system with a cable length of up to 50 m between the individual participants

• Bus interface for communication in Ethernet-based networks with the higher-level controller
• With AP interface for communication with other AP participants (remote I/O, valve terminals)
• Module can be freely positioned on the terminal and independent of the 24 VDC system supply

• High data transmission rate, e.g. for I/O data from sensors, actuators, PLCs or process equipment
• Transmission of non-real-time critical information such as diagnostics and configuration information
• Sufficient Ethernet bandwidth to transmit real-time and non-real-time data at the same time

Cost-effective and compact AP interface for additional AP participants

• Modular remote I/O CPA-AP-A
• Decentralised remote I/O modules CPX-AP-I
• Valve terminals with AP interface

Two variants of the 24 VDC power supply for the remote I/O modules

• Only 24 VDC output for additional AP participants (internal power supply from the terminal)
• 24 VDC power supply for the remote I/O terminal and voltage output for other AP participants (no power supply for installed valve terminals)

Real-time communication with 200 MBaud data rate and 250 μs cycle time

• All modules can be combined as required and can be flexibly connected in series
• Digital and analogue input and output modules up to 32-way possible in future
• IO-Link master for any IO-Link® devices at field level, e.g. electric drives, proportional pneumatic valves, vacuum generators, sensors
• Diagnostic LEDs for displaying the module's operating status and connected sensors or actuators

• Transmitting voltage and communication from one module to the next and to the valve terminal
• Connecting the blocks to each other using self-forming angled fittings
• The connection can be loosened and retightened several times

• Feeding in the 24 VDC supply voltage for I/O modules and the valve terminal (system and load voltage)
• Variant for additional supply of the load voltage of outputs and valves to create voltage zones
• Variant with 24 VDC forwarding supply for additional AP participants or external components

• Connection between the remote I/O and the attached valve terminal
• Interface for VTUX and MPA-S with flat plate silencer, supply port and pilot air
• Interface for VTSA with module slot for any CPX-AP-A module, optional voltage supply and voltage forwarding, short-circuit shutdown and short-circuit diagnostics

• Application-optimised valve terminal variants with full range of functions connected directly to the remote I/O
  • VTUX: Highly modular
  • MPA-S: Very compact
  • VTSA: Sturdy and powerful
• Complete electrical and pneumatic terminal in IP65/67 for direct installation in the machine
• Separated system voltage and load voltage

Modules and interlinking blocks are made of sturdy, high-quality polymer with fibreglass

• Flame retardant and halogen-free
• Suitable for welding applications
• High electromagnetic compatibility
• No epoxy resin filling, therefore environmentally friendly and easily recyclable

Metal is used wherever demanded by the relevant standards or when required for mounting

• Metal screw fittings and connections at the system supply
• Metal sleeves for shielding on module plug connectors
• End plates and mounting components, pneumatic interfaces