IMO’s newest i³ addition, the i³CX Intelligent Control Station.

The IMO i3 range of controllers has expanded with the introduction of the new i³CX colour touch screen controller. The i³CX offers users a 5.7” TFT colour touch screen with 65536 colours, capable of displaying photo-realistic objects and images for users that need a larger screen or bold colour graphics. It also features a faster 0.013ms/K CPU making it suitable for more demanding applications.

i³CX  controllers offer a simplified control solution by combining both a PLC and HMI combined in a single compact device less than 75mm deep. The powerful i3CX also has many unique connectivity features. One of these is the GRPS modem option for monitoring and control.

Remote monitoring, control and programming of remote installations minimises downtime, maximises productivity and reduces servicing costs by allowing the possibility of fault diagnosis without visiting site. It also enables OEMS to offer high levels of support and additional services to their end customers.

Specialist vehicle interfaces

Many specialist vehicles contain a variety of specialised equipment. These are often produced by independent suppliers and use different interfaces. The i³ solves this by providing the user with a single interface running on a touch screen PLC. Operating temperature range has been increased to -10C to 60C.

Communications

i3CX uses the same communications and built-in I/O options as other i³ controllers. On-board features include:

– Includes unique on-board MicroSD™ memory to support up to 32GB Micro SD cards for data logging and upgrading programs.

– Inbuilt Ethernet Port features FTP and WebServer.
Inbuilt CAN Port for CANopen and iCAN.

– The i3CX includes two USB 2.0 ports; Host port and an on-the-go port. The Host Port allows connection of removable FLASH drives, supporting drives up to 2TB.

– The channel High Speed Counter accepts frequencies exceeding 500kHz, supporting a variety of modes including Totalizing, Quadrature, Pulse Measurement, Frequency Counting and Setpoint Controlled Outputs.

Programming tools

With a choice of either a simplified IEC-61131 based ladder editor, or a full IEC-61131 with toolbox of powerful functions, allowing you to easily write and manage projects, configure communication networks, SMS, data logging, I/O and user screens. On-line Programming allows the logic program to be modified on-the-fly without entering stop mode.

Comparison between i3CX and i3C Controllers

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