Programmable Interface and Controller




All-in-one Controllers for Industrial Applications .

By combining a controller, operator interface, I/O, and networking into a single compact unit, PIC provides a better solution for original equipment manufacturers, integrators, and end-users alike. More and more, there is a move to all-in-one controllers because of ease-of-use, cost-savings, and flexibility. Since 1998, PIC has led the way in this emerging market with the largest installed base, and product selection. PIC has been used successfully in a variety of applications, including: 

Choose your PIC:

PIC 220
PIC 240
PIC 260
PIC 400
PIC 600

  • Custom OEM products
  • Power Management and Backup Generation
  • Semiconductor Applications
  • Packaging Machinery
  • Water Treatment
  • Compressor Control
  • Pump Control
  • Food Processing
  • Motion Control
  • Distributed Conveyor Control
  • HVAC/Environmental Control
  • Mobile Machinery
  • Automotive Parts Manufacturing

 

PIC 220 Graphical Controller
 Low-Cost Compact All-in-One controller with Built-In I/O, Graphical display, and MicroSD™

Introducing the PIC 220, an “all-in-one” controller small enough to fit in the palm of your hand (only 3.75” square). Priced below the cost of a micro PLC plus operator interface, these devices include a Graphical Operator Interface, Built-in I/O, Networking and Removable Mass Data Storage. PIC is a robust, reliable control product that combines a traditional controller (programmed with ladder logic) with an operator interface, I/O and networking into an integrated, all-in-one unit using a single industry-recognized software package called PICware™.


First with Removable MicroSD™ Memory

The PIC 220 is the first industrial product to include support for the latest standard in Removable Mass Storage. This dime-sized memory, to date only found on video-enabled cellular phones, is available in densities ranging from 128MB to 1GB. This is ideal for storing process data, machine recipes, and application files. Users can easily update their PIC 220 application program through this memory device — allowing logic and screen updates to be made in a single step with transportable media.

Built-in I/O and Networking

The four available PIC 220 models with built-in I/O include digital, analog, and high speed I/O. For machine control, the high speed I/O can provide totalizing, frequency measurement, PWM generation and pulse outputs. The available Universal Analog I/O is ideal for process control applications with high-resolution inputs which can be configured for Thermocouple, RTD, 4-20mA, +/-100mV, and 0-10V signals. The PIC 220 memory structure supports over 5000 I/O. The PIC 220 also has field installable communications options. An internal10/100MBit Ethernet card makes machine data and PIC 220 programming accessible at a plant-wide or world-wide basis. In addition, the PIC 220 is available with an internal 14.4K telephone modem card. While Ethernet and modem are optional, dual RS-232/RS-485 serial ports and an integrated CAN-based network (PICCAN™) are standard.

Applications

As a compact, powerful controller – the PIC 220 can be used in literally thousands of applications. From OEM machine control to machine monitoring in a plant environment, the PIC 220 can be instrumental in keeping you or your customer’s automation activities running smoothly. Future expansion is not a concern, because PIC 220 is part of the wide ranging PIC product line — programmable throughout with a single FREE software package, PICware™. The PIC 220 is designed with an attractive, generic look so it will fit in with most panel or console designs – you can even have your company’s logo added to the overlay or specify a custom keypad altogether.

Temperature Control

With built-in RTD and Thermocouple available, along with auto-tune PID, the PIC 220 can perform advanced temperature control and much more on any machine.

Packaging

The PIC 220’s compact size, affordable price, and fast response make it a natural for packaging machinery of all types.

Agriculture

A small rugged package, 12Vdc compatibility, and removable mass storage are ideal for the agricultural environment.

Water Treatment

The PIC 220 offers the perfect I/O mix, size, and communications capability for Pump Control, Tank Monitoring and Remote Telemetry in general.

I/O Expansion

PIC 220 I/O expansion is not limited to its Built-in I/O. SmartStix I/O is high-speed and can be local or highly distributed. SmartMod RTU/Modbus I/O is a cost effective means of adding a small number of analog or digital I/O.

Architecture

The PIC 220 supports PICCAN high-speed networking as standard, and Ethernet networking as a field-installable option. Single-point-of-connect allow seamless communications between the computer and any controller.

PIC 220 Ordering Specifications Chart
   
Ordering Information
Part Number Description
HE-XE102 12 DC in (4 HSC). 6 Relay Out, 4 Analog In
HE-XE103 12 DC in (4 HSC). 12 DC Out (2 PWM), 2 Analog In
HE -XE104 24 DC in (4 HSC). 16 DC Out (2 PWM), 2 Analog In
HE- XE105 12 DC in (4 HSC). 12 DC Out (2 PWM), 2 Universal Analog In (T/C, RTD, mV, mA, V) & 2 Analog Out (mA V)
HE –XEC Field Installable 10/100 Ethernet Option
HE-XMC Field Installable 14, 4K Telephone Modem Option
HEMC1 Removable Memory Card 256MB or larger
   
Specifications
Display  
Graphics/Text Yes/Yes
Pixels 128 X 64
Display Technology Backlit LCD
Character Height Adjustable
   
Keypad Touchscreen
Total Keys 20
Function Keys 10
Numeric Keys Shared
OEM Faceplate Availability Yes
Controller  
Ladder Logic Memory 256KB
Logic Scan Rate 1.2mS/K
Memory Card Slot Yes (up to 1GB)
Local Comment Storage Yes
Floating Point Support Yes
AutoTune PID Capable Yes
I/O Support
Built-In I/O Yes
SmartStack I/O Support Yes via PICCAN
SmartStix I/O Support Yes via PICCAN
FOX Expansion I/O Support No
Serial Communications  
Total Active Ports 2
RS-232 Ports/RS-485 Ports Yes/Yes
PLC/Drive Protocols Yes
RTU/Modbus Master/Slave Yes
Serial ASCII In/Out Yes
Networking
Integrated PICCAN Network Yes
Maximum PICCAN Distance 6000 feet
Programming Over Network Yes
Peer-to-Peer Messaging Yes
DeviceNet/PROFIBUS No
Ethernet/Internet  
Ethernet Support Optional
Telephone Modem Support Optional
General Specifications
Height (in/mm) 3.7” (95.1)
Width (in/mm) 3.7” (95.1)
Depth (in/mm) 2.5” (63.9)
Weight (oz/kg) 12.5 (.354)
Environmental 0 to 50 degrees
Washdown NEMA 4X Equivalent



PIC 240 TOUCH SCREEN
Compact All-in-One controller with 3.5" touch screen display, built-In I/O and MicroSD™

The PIC 200 Series of PIC controllers has expanded to include the PIC 240, the world’s smallest controller with a built-in touch screen, I/O and networking, plus removable mass data storage. Built on the PIC 220 chassis and feature set, but with a larger, touch-based 160x128 graphical display, with a high-resolution resistive touch screen.

  • Designed for indoor OR outdoor use. Direct sunlight readable display
  • System button and four function keys
  • 1.2 mS/K scan; 256KB memory; 2GB flash memory storage
  • Four different models are available with built-in I/O and one without I/O
  • Designed for NEMA 4X environment; panel or DIN-rail mountable
  • Works with the PIC 200 Series family of field installable add-on modules such as Ethernet, telephone modem and radio modem
  • Inexpensive GPS receiver for accurate time, position and velocity data
  • Uses PICware™ Software

PIC 260 COLOR TOUCH SCREEN
5.7" TFT touch screen All-in-One controller with Built-In I/O, Color Graphics, and MicroSD™


The PIC 200 Series of PIC controllers has expanded to include the PIC 260 and PIC 260e, a 5.7" TFT color touch controller with built-in touch screen, I/O and networking, plus removable mass data storage.

  • Built on the PIC 220 chassis and feature set, but with a larger, touch-based display
  • 320 x 240 color touch display, with a high-resolution resistive touch screen (32,000 colors)
  • USB Port for easy programming and application loading
  • System button and five function keys
  • PIC260e includes embedded ethernet as standard supporting Modbus/TCP Master/Slave, FTP and HTTP.
  • USB FLASH drive support-- transfer files between the internal microSD and the USB flash drive. And there's more!
  • 0.2 mS/K scan; 256KB memory; 2GB flash memory storage
  • Color coded, removable I/O terminals for easy wiring in the field
  • Quick change backup battery compartment with 2 connectors
  • RS-485 termination and 2/4 wire select switches
  • Four different models are available with built-in I/O and one without I/O




PIC 400 Series Graphical Controller
Low-cost Graphical All-in-One controller with Snap-On I/O, Compact Flash and Embedded Ethernet


The PIC 400 Series Graphical Controller series is a low cost, high-performance all-in-one controller with embedded features such as Ethernet, CompactFLASH® and Web server. It uses Praestar’s industry-recognized PICware software and the complete selection of SmartStack I/O—that can be snapped on the back of the PIC 400 Series controller—and Smartsticks remote I/O.

PIC is a robust, reliable control product that combines a traditional controller…programmed in ladder logic… operator interface, I/O and networking into an integrated, all-in-one unit using a single software package.

A PIC 400 Series Graphical Controller can control many different types of machines and processes—from medium to large applications—requiring an operator interface, controller, I/O and networking. The PIC 400 Series has 0.1mS/K ladder scan rate, 256K ladder memory, supports 4096 digital and 1024 analog I/O points and offers two I/O options for local and remote requirements. The PIC 400 Series also has Internet capabilities…including programming over the Internet to remote locations, and hosting Web pages and FTP sites. Available models include 240 x 128 and 128 x 64 backlit LCD graphical screens and each PIC 400 Series model has 10 function keys with LEDs plus dedicated soft keys.

CompactFLASH Stores Data and Allows Easy Program Updates .

The PIC 400 Series Graphical Controller has a built-in CompactFLASH slot that allows users to conveniently set up the controller to store machine or process data (up to 2GB memory). In addition, programs and updates can be loaded through a CompactFLASH card. This is a real advantage for OEMs or those supporting distant sites because end users can simply and safely plug in a CompactFLASH card and update the program. Connect to the Internet and Existing PLCs and Drives With embedded Ethernet and Web Server, the PIC 400 Series is Web-enabled and supports many Internet capabilities…including remote viewing, access, and programming over the Internet, and hosting Web pages and FTP sites. Our Web Server allows you to create custom Web pages, and using available Web browser software, you can access information you need, when you need it, remotely from any Internet access location in the world. For your other networking needs, Praestar has a large library of third party protocols that allow any PIC 400 Series to easily connect to a variety of PLCs and Drives. This gives you the option to network the PIC 400 Series to existing control systems in your plant or factory…and/or use the PIC 400 Series as a display.


PIC 400 Specifications    
     
Specifications PIC 440 PIC401/402
Application Programming Environment PICware (logic, plus screen development-ladder or full IEC-1131
PICware (logic, plus screen development-ladder or full IEC-1131
Web Server No Yes
Ladder Logic Memory 256K Bytes 256K Bytes
Register (Reference) Memory 32K Bytes 32K Bytes
Logic San Rate 0.1.mS/K (typical)* 0.1.mS/K (typical)*
CompactFLASH Yes Yes
Built-in >500 KHz HSC and PWM No PIC402 only
Display Technology Backlit LCD Backlit LCD
Display Size 240 X 128                       240 X 128                      
Function Keys with LEDs  (Soft Keys) 10 (8)                            10 (8)                           
Application Memory - Graphics 1 MByte 1 MByte
I/O Supported (Number I/O) SmartStack Snap-on I/O** and SmartStix Remote I/O (4096 digital. 1024 analog) SmartStack Snap-on I/O** and SmartStix Remote I/O (4096 digital. 1024 analog)
FOX Fiber Optic I/O Supported Yes Yes
Networking PICCAN and 2-Serial Ports (each RS-232 or RS-485) PICCAN and 2-Serial Ports (each RS-232 or RS-485)
Embedded Ethernet No Yes
Supports to PLC/Drive Protocols Yes Yes
*Total Ladder scan is impacted by several factors--logic,I/O, screen and communication updates.    
**PIC 400 models require plastic SmartStack I/O modules if snapped-on back.    


PIC 400 Part Numbers
   
Part Number Description
HE-NX250 PIC 400 Series  Operator Control Station with 240 X 128 LCD Screen, CompactFLASH slot
HE-NX251 PIC 400 Series Operator Control Station with 240 X 128 LCD Screen, Ethernet, CompactFLASH slot,Web Server
HE-NX252 Adds built-in HSC and PWM to HE-NX251
Note:  PIC400 Series models require plastic SmartStack I/O modules if snapped-on back  

PIC 600 Series COLOR-TOUCH PIC

Powerful TFT large touch screen All-in-One controllers with Ethernet, Compact Flash, Snap-On I/O and fiber optic expansion I/O

About PIC 600

Programmable Interface and Controller 600 (PIC 600 Series Color-Touch PIC), Low-cost Graphical Controller with Embedded Ethernet

The PIC 600 Series Color-Touch PIC series features a fast, powerful logic engine, XGA, QVGA and SVGA resolution touch screens and optional snap-on I/O. PIC (Operator Control Station) is a robust, reliable control product that combines a traditional controller (programmed in ladder logic) operator interface, I/O and networking into an integrated, all-in-one unit using a single software package.

The PIC 600 Series has two screen sizes to choose from (8.4" and 12.1"), and a typical logic scan rate of 0.2mS/K. In addition, the PIC 600 Series has embedded Ethernet and supports many Internet capabilities such as remote data access, programming, hosting HTML-based Web pages, and FTP sites.

Plus, the PIC 600 Series line has a built-in CompactFLASH® slot that allows users to easily store machine or process data (up to 2GB). Programs can be updated and loaded through the memory card, a real advantage for OEMs or those supporting distant sites. Most PIC 600 Series Color-Touch PIC has optional I/O and video add-on features too. Base PIC 600 Series units provide control, operator interface, and communication functionality. Video connectivity can be achieved with the VIM400, the video input option. This modularity allows the I/O or video functions to be omitted or added to more precisely meet the application requirements.

Backpack Options Add Local and Remote I/O
There are two Backpack options for the PIC 620 and PIC 660. These include: (HE-BP41 & HE-BP43, with high speed counter). Both are compact and easy-to-install on the back of the PIC 600 Series base unit. With Backpack HE-BP41 installed, up to two SmartStack I/O modules can be snapped on. (HE-BP43 supports four.) In addition, Backpack users can connect hundreds of local or remote I/O using our Fiber Optic Expansion (FOX) I/O and our Smartsticks terminal-type I/O modules. If the HE-BP43 Backpack is selected, a 500 KHz High Speed Counter (with PWM) is included. For smaller applications, the PIC 600 Series with Backpack creates a single, compact package that includes control, display, networking, and up to four snap-on SmartStack I/O modules.

Video Input Option Allows Machine Viewing and More Security
The advanced feature of video input functionality (VIM400) for the PIC 600 Series Color-Touch PIC is being used more and more by companies who need to integrate security, view machinery in remote locations, or need to incorporate a machine vision monitor with their control system. The video input option allows four channels of NTSC or PAL video to be connected to the PIC 600 Series (PIC 620, PIC 660.)

PIC 600 Series Model Specifications    
     
Part Number Description
HEQX451 PIC 600 Series Operator Control Station Base Unit with 8.4” SVGA TFT Screen  
HEQX651 PIC 600 Series Operator Control Station Base Unit with 12.1” SVGA TFT Screen  
HE-BP41 PIC 600 Series Backpack with support for SmartStack (2), FOX I/O and PICCAN  
HE-BP43 PIC 600 Series Backpack with support for SmartStack (4), FOX I/O, PICCAN and HSC/PWM  
HE-VIM400 Video Backpack with support for four (4) NTSC/PAL Video Inputs  
HE-VIM401 Video Backpack with support for four (4) NTSC/PAL Video Inputs  
     
     
     
Base Unit PIC 620 PIC 660
App. Programming Environment PICware (logic, plus screen development-ladder or full IEC-1131
PICware (logic, plus screen development-ladder or  full IEC-1131
Display Size 8.4" 12.1"
Display Technology SVGA TFT SVGA TFT
CompactFLASH Slot Yes Yes
Ladder Logic Memory 256K Bytes 256K Bytes
Register (Reference) Memory 32K Bytes 32K Bytes
Logic Scan Rate 0.2mS/K (typical) 0.2mS/K (typical)
Embedded Ethernet 10/100Mbit 10/100Mbit
Backpack Functionality BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
SmartStack I/O Support BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
PICCAN Network Support BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
Smartsticks I/O Support BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
FOX Fiber Optic I/O Support BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
1 MHz HSC and PWM Support BP41/BP43 BP41/BP43
Video Input Option Yes Yes
Web Server & FTP Server Yes Yes
     
Specification Backpack BP41 BP43
SmartStack I/O Support 2 Modules** 4 Modules**
PICCAN Network Support Yes Yes
Smartsticks I/O Support Yes Yes
FOX Fiber Optic I/O Support Yes Yes
1 MHz HSC and PWM Support No Yes
     
Specification Video Input Option VIM400 VIM401
Provides four (4) NTSC or PAL Video Inputs. Can be used with Base alone, or with Base and BP41 or BP43 Backpack.    

 

PIC 600 Series Base Unit  
1 Ethernet Port
2 Serial Port 3 (25 pin)
3 Serial Port 2 (RJ-45)
4 Serial Port 1 (RJ-45)
5 CompactFLASH Slot
PIC 600 Series Base Unit Plus Back Pack and I/O
6 Backpack Unit
7 FOX Fiber Optic I/O Expansion
8 PICCAN Network Port
9 SmartStack Snap-on I/O
10 HSC and PWM Inputs/Outputs

Input/Output Modules

SmartStack™ Modular I/O
 - Expandable, Stackable I/O System for PIC

Unlike conventional PLC I/O, SmartStackT I/O is not a rack-based design. SmartStack I/O modules are snapped onto the Operator Control Station (PIC) or an off-mounted base, and then stacked onto each other. They utilize a very small amount of panel space for the number of I/O provided.

SmartStack modules are encased in metal housings and meet stringent noise, vibration, and shock standards. A maximum of 4 modules can be stacked directly onto a PIC, and another 20 modules can be added by using the fiber optic FOX I/O System. Color-Touchscreen PIC models can have up to 20 SmartStack modules using the FOX I/O System.

There are over 50 SmartStack I/O modules available.They include a variety of mixed I/O modules offering a combination of inputs and outputs, digital and analog, and specialty modules: High Speed Counter (1 MHz), Stepper Indexer, ASCII BASIC, and AC Power Monitoring modules. You can select from a full complement of temperature input modules (Thermocouple, RTD,Thermistor), and SmartStack communication options include Ethernet TCP/IP, DeviceNetT Master and Slave, PROFIBUS Master and Slave and CANopen Master.



You have several ways to expand the number of SmartStack modules. Connecting a miniRCS via the PICCAN port adds one more SmartStack module; networking an RCS controller allows you to add up to 4 more SmartStack modules. If you use a FOX100 I/O Expansion Module and the FOX I/O System, you can have up to 23 SmartStack modules (3 modules and the FOX100 mounted on the PIC plus 20 modules with the FOX I/O System). When using a Color-Touch PIC, you may connect 5 bases and have up to 20 SmartStack modules.

SmartStack Specialty Modules
HE800ACM200 AC Power-line Monitor. Supports connection to three CTs (5A) and three PTs (120Vac). Provides a variety of Power data to the OCS/RCS.
HE800ASC100 ASCII BASIC coprocessor module. Module features 1 RS-232 and 1 RS-232/RS-485 port. 64K program/data memory. Features an interpreted BASIC. Module may be used for datalogging complex serial communications.
HE800STP100 Stepper Indexer. Module generates trapezoid motion profiles. For use with Stepper Motor Drives compatible with SV/TTL/Line Driver inputs.  Supports step frequencies up to 245KHz. Supports optional encoder feedback. Capable of Relative, Absolute, and Registration (Index) moves.
HE800HSC600 High Speed Counter/PWM. Module features 8 Digital Inputs (0/5/12/24vdc. poslogic) and 8 Digital Outputs (5-30vdc, neg logic). 1 or 2 inputs may be used as High Speed Counters and 1 or 2 outputs may be used as PWM Outputs. Max Freq. 1 MHz.
HE800HSC601 High Speed Counter/PWM. Module features 8 Digital Inputs (0/5/12/24vdc. poslogic) and 8 Digital Outputs (5-30vdc, pos logic). 1 or 2 inputs may be used as High Speed Counters and 1 or 2 outputs may be used as PWM Outputs. Max Freq. 1 MHz.
SmartStack Communication Modules
HE800ETN100 Ethernet Interface Module Support 10baseT, TCP/1P with Ethernet Global Data Protocol.
HE800DNT450 DeviceNet Master Module*
HE800DNT650 Enhanced DeviceNet Master Module*
HE800PBS600 PROFIBUS-DP Slave Module*
HE800PBM650 PROFIBUS-DP Master Module*
HE800COM650 CANopen Master Module*
*Configurable using PICware software.
SmartStack Digital Combo Modules
HE800DIQ611 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc, post/neg logic), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc,0.5A neg logic with EXCP)
HE800DIQ612 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc, pos/neg logic), 6 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 4.0A)
HE800DIQ616 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc, pos/neg logic), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc, 0.5A pos logic with ESCP)
HE800DIQ622 8 AC Inputs (120vac, 6 Relay Outputs (40A per point)
HE800DIQ624 8 AC Inputs (120vac), 8 AC Outputs (80-250vac 2.0A)
HE800DIQ627 8 AC Inputs (120/240vac), 8 AC Outputs (80-250vac, 2.0A)
HE800DIQ711 16 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 12 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc. 0.5A neg logic with ESCP)
HE800DIQ712 14 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 10 Relay Outputs (250 vac, 30vdc,4.0A)
HE800DIQ716 16 DC Inputs (12/24vdc) 12 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc, 0.5A pos logic with ESCP)
HE800DIQ722 14 AC Inputs (120vac), 10 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 4.0A)
HE800DIQ935 32 DC Inputs (5/12/24vdc pos logic), 40 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc, 50mA, neg logic with ESCP). Recommended for pushbutton/pilot light delay.
   
SmartStack Digital I/O Modules
HE800DIM210 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc pos/neg logic)
HE800DIM310 16 DC Inputs (12/24vdc pos/neg logic)
HE800DIM410 32 DC Inputs (12/24vdc. pos/neg logic)
HE800DQM202 8 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 4.0A)
HE800DQM902 20 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 2.0A)
HE800DQM306 16 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc, 0.5A pos logic with ESCP)
HE800DQM406 32 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc. 0.5A pos logic with ESCP)
   
SmartStack Analog Input Modules
HE800ADC020 2 channel Analog Inputs, Current (0-20mA, 4-20mA)
HE800ADC120 4 channel Analog Inputs, Current (0-20mA, 4-20mA)
HE800ADC010 2 channel Analog Inputs Voltage (0-5vdc, +/-5vdc, 0-10vdc, +/-10vdc)
HE800ADC110 4 channel Analog Inputs Voltage (0-5vdc, +/-5vdc, 0-10vdc, +/-10vdc)
HE800ADC920 12 channel Analog Inputs (4-20mA, 0-5vdc, thermistor) ch-by-ch selectable)
HE800THM000 2 channel Thermocouple Inputs (J.K.T.E. +/- 25V, +50mV, +/-100mV)
HE800THM100 4 channel Thermocouple Inputs (J.K.T.E. +/- 25V, +50mV, +/-100mV)
HE800RTD000 2 channel RTD Inputs (Pt -100, Pt-200, Pt-500, Pt-1000)
HE800RTD100 4 channel RTD Inputs (Pt -100, Pt-200, Pt-500, Pt-1000)
   
SmartStack Analog Outputs Modules
HE800DAC002 2 channel Analog Outputs Current (4-20mA)
HE800DAC102 4 channel Analog Outputs Current (4-20mA)
HE800DAC001 2 channel Analog Outputs Voltage (+/- 10vdc)
HE800DAC101 4 channel Analog Outputs Voltage (+/-10vdc)
HE800DAC106 4 channel Analog Outputs Sourcing (0-20mA)
HE800DAC202 8 channel Analog Outputs Current (4-20mA +/- 10vdc ch-by-ch selectable)
   
SmartStack Mixed Discrete and Analog Modules
HE800MIX111 2 channel Voltage (+/- vdc) Inputs, 2 channel Voltage (+/- 10vdc) Outputs
HE800MIX121 2 channel Voltage (4-20mA) Inputs, 2 channel Current (4-20) Outputs
HE800MIX211 12-bit ISOLATED, 4 channel Voltage (+/- 10vdc) Inputs. 12-bit OSOLATED 2 channel Voltage (+/-10vdc) Outputs
HE800MIX901 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc 0.5 pos. logic with ESCP) and 4 channels Analog Inputs, voltage (0.5vdc, +/-5vdc,0-10vdc, +/-10vdc), 12 bit 2 channels Analog Outputs voltage (+/- 10vdc)
HE800MIX902 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24 vdc 0.5A pos. logic with ESCP) and 4 channels Analog Inputs current (0-20ma, 4-20ma), 12 bit, 2 channels Analog Outputs, current (4-20ma)
HE800MIX904 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24 vdc 0.5A neg. logic with ESCP) and 4 channels Analog Inputs current (0-20ma, 4-20ma), 12 bit, 2 channels Analog Outputs, current (4-20ma)
HE800MIX912 8 DC Inputs (12/24vdc), 8 DC Outputs (5/12/24 vdc 0.5A pos. logic with ESCP) and 4 Isolated (500V) channels Analog Inputs current (0-20ma, 4-20ma), 12 bit, 2 channels ISOLATED (500V) Analog Outputs, current (4-20ma)
HE800MIX963 Temperature Controller I/O Board 4 temperature Inputs (RTD/Thermocouple) selectable ch-by-ch, 2 channels Analog Outputs, current (4-20mA), 2 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 5.0A), 2 DC Outputs (5/12/24vdc, 0.5 neg logic with ESCP)
   
SmartStack I/O Expansion Module
HE800FOX100 SmartStack I/O Expansion Module Interfaces to fiber optic FOX I/O System.
  Order fiber optic cables separately. Can only be used with PIC110, PIC 210, and PIC250 models.

 

Smartsticks™ I/O
Terminal Block Style Expandable I/O System for PIC

Unlike conventional PLC I/O, Smartsticks™ I/O is a new terminal-block style I/O for the Operator Control Station (PIC). It can be used to expand the I/O capacity of any PIC, and it is very cost effective as remote I/O.

Because Smartsticks I/O connects to any PIC PICCAN™ network port, it can be combined with SmartStack™ I/O to provide the best I/O selection for the application. And, output modules feature Electronic Short-Circuit Protection (ESCP).



Compact DIN-rail Mounted
:
Smartsticks I/O is extremely compact, providing 16 and 32 point digital I/O in a package only 1.5" (39mm) deep and a footprint of 2"H x 4.5"W (50 x 116mm) or 2"H x 7"W (50 x 177mm). With its small footprint, Smartsticks I/O takes up very little panel space whether located in the main control panel or tucked away in a remote location.

Smartsticks I/O has a barrier style terminal strip and can be mounted on a DIN-rail. Plus, removable terminals make field replacement fast and convenient.



Expands I/O Capacity, Local or Remote:
From the miniPIC* to the Color-Touchscreen PIC, Smartsticks I/O easily expands I/O Capacity locally or remotely, 
from the miniPIC* to the Color-Touchscreen PIC, Smartsticks I/O easily expands the I/O capacity of any PIC utilizing the PICCAN network port available with every model. It is especially cost effective when added to a miniPIC.

Smartsticks I/O offers fast response times without sacrificing robustness, with no need for a costly I/O interface unit. In addition to its peer-to-peer capabilities, PICCAN is used as a highly efficient method of distributing Smartsticks I/O up to 6000 ft* * away.



Easy to Set Up-Easy to Configure: 

Time and complexity to configure most remote I/O systems is a drawback. Smartsticks I/O greatly reduces setup time. Just assign a unique ID to the I/O module using the integrated rotary switches, connect a 5-wire shielded cable, and add a single, simple function block to your PICware™ control program. You'll be up and running in no time.


Smartsticks Specifications
Item Smartsticks – I/O Specifications
Bus Protocol PICCAN  
Bus Connector 5 – position terminal strip  
Maximum Distance 1500 ft (500m) per segment; 4 segments max  
Maximum Number of Nodes 253  
Module Configuration Method Module ID set using two rotary switches  
LED Indication I/O status (one per point); power, module status, network status  
Output Protection Electronic Short-Circuit Protection (16 and 32 Output modules only)  
Product Certifications CE, UL (digital only)  
     
Smartsticks Part Number
Part Number Description
Fixed Terminals Removable Terminals
     
Digital    
HE550DIM610 HE559DIM610 16 DC Inputs (24vdc, pos/neg logic)
HE550DIM710 HE559DIM710 32 DC Inputs (24vdc, pos/neg logic)
HE550DQM601 HE559DQM601 16 DC Outputs (24vdc, neg logic, 0.5A)
HE550DQM606 HE559DQM606 16 DC Outputs (24vdc, pos logic, 0.5A)
HE550DQM701 HE559DQM701 32 DC Outputs (24vdc, neg logic, 0.5A)
HE550DQM706 HE559DQM706 32 DC Outputs (24vdc, pos logic, 0.5A)
HE550DQM602 HE559DQM602 16 Relay Outputs (250vac, 30vdc, 2.0A)
HE550DIQ811 HE559DIQ811 16 DC Outputs (24vdc, neg logic, 0.1A, ESCP not available)
Analog
  HE559ADC970 12 channel Analog Inputs (current and voltage)
  HE559MIX577 4 channel In/2 channel Out(current and voltage)
  HE559MIX977 8 channel In/4 channel Out (current and voltage)

 

Signal Conditioners

Praestar offers several general-purpose signal conditioning products designed to augment the PIC product line. These devices are designed to transform I/O already present on the PIC 220 controller to support alternate signal types and voltages. These devices are not limited to use with the PIC 220, but will most commonly be used with that controller series.

These products allow normally incompatible signals and loads (AC inputs, AC outputs, etc.) to easily interface with PIC. Three categories of these products are available—those which adapt digital input signals, those which drive specialized digital output loads and those which allow analog outputs to be generated from digital, PWM outputs.

The PIC 200 Series PIC directly supports DC digital inputs only. Two signal conditioning devices allow the connection of AC inputs as well. The HEXDIA converts 120/240 VAC digital inputs to 24 VDC (8 points). Similarly, the HE-XDIA-24 converts lower voltage 24 VAC input signals to 24 VDC (8 points).

Three signal conditioning devices allow the standard 24 VDC, 0.5 A outputs of the PIC 200 Series PIC to drive specialized loads. The solid-state HEXDQA allows a 120/250 VAC load to be driven at up to 2 A (four points). The solid state HE-XDQD will drive a 24 VAC/24 VDC load at up to 3 A (four points). The mechanical HE-XDQR can drive up to a 10A load, supporting voltages of 120/250 VAC, and 24/30 VDC (four points).

Two signal conditioning devices provide the PIC 200 Series PIC with additional analog outputs, by converting 24 VDC PWM outputs already present on the controllers. The HE-XPC converts 24 VDC PWM outputs to 4 to 20 mA (2 channels), while the HE-XPV converts 24 VDC PWM outputs to 0 to 10V (two channels).

 

Part Number Description
HE-XDIA 8 channel 120/240 Vac input to 8 channel, 24 Vdc inputs ( positive logic)
HE-XDQ A 4 channel 120/240 Vac 2 A ( positive logic) adapted from 4 channel,
24 Vdc 0. 5 A ( positive logic)
HE-XDQ R 4 channel relay output ( 120/250 Vac 10 A, 24/30 Vdc 10 A)
adapted from 4 channel, 24 Vdc 0. 5 A ( positive logic)
HE-XDQ D 4 channel solid state output ( 24 Vac/Vdc, 3 A) adapted from 4 channel,
24 Vdc 0. 5 A ( positive logic)
HE-XPC Dual channel PW M to 20 m A analog converter
HE-XPV Dual channel PW M to 10V analog converter

 

FOX I/O System
 Fiber Optic Expansion I/O System for PIC

The SmartStack Fiber Optic Expansion (FOX) Base extends a high-speed PIC backplane enabling SmartStack I/O Modules to be mounted several meters from the PIC. The new FOX significantly increases the number of SmartStack I/O modules supported by one PIC Series controller, provides two mounting options and supports glass fiber optic cable.

Our newly designed, plastic encased FOX base can be DIN rail mounted on its edge or flat. The new HE-FOX12 expansion base allows connectivity up to 500 meters utilizing glass fiber cables.



The PIC 200 Series PIC directly supports DC digital inputs only. Two signal conditioning devices allow the connection of AC inputs as well. The HEXDIA converts 120/240 VAC digital inputs to 24 VDC (8 points). Similarly, the HE-XDIA-24 converts lower voltage 24 VAC input signals to 24 VDC (8 points).

Three signal conditioning devices allow the standard 24 VDC, 0.5 A outputs of the PIC 200 Series PIC to drive specialized loads. The solid-state HEXDQA allows a 120/250 VAC load to be driven at up to 2 A (four points). The solid state HE-XDQD will drive a 24 VAC/24 VDC load at up to 3 A (four points). The mechanical HE-XDQR can drive up to a 10A load, supporting voltages of 120/250 VAC, and 24/30 VDC (four points).

Two signal conditioning devices provide the PIC 200 Series PIC with additional analog outputs, by converting 24 VDC PWM outputs already present on the controllers. The HE-XPC converts 24 VDC PWM outputs to 4 to 20 mA (2 channels), while the HE-XPV converts 24 VDC PWM outputs to 0 to 10V (two channels).

HE-FOX30


Easily accommodate up to five I/O bases in a variety of configurations
Each FOX30 base can contain up to four plastic SmartStack™ modules

Wide-range DC power supply

Two DIN-rail slots support horizontal and vertical mounting

Dimensions: 6.36”W x 1.23”H x 4.44”D (161 x 31 x 112)

HE-FOX12


Allows superior connectivity up to 500 
meters utilizing glass fiber cables 
and Duplex ST connectors 

Each FOX12 base can contain up to four plastic SmartStack™ modules

Wide-range DC power supply

Two DIN-rail slots support horizontal and vertical mounting

Dimensions: 6.36”W x 1.23”H x 4.44”D (161 x 31 x 112)


     Standard FOX I/O System


Our standard Fiber Optic Expansion I/O System (FOX) is an innovative bus extension that greatly expands the number of standard SmartStack™ I/O that can be used with the Operator Control Station (PIC), as well as adding a variety of architecture options.

SmartStack I/O are rugged, stackable I/O modules for the PIC, and by stacking SmartStack modules on bases connected to the PIC by plastic fiber, you can add up to 20 SmartStack I/O modules. The FOX Bases can be distributed and DIN-rail mounted to reduce installation cost.

SmartStack FOX is not a remote I/O system, but a high speed (8MHz) bus extension. It is based on inexpensive plastic fiber technology that has been used in the consumer electronics industry for years. Plastic fiber is much more rugged than glass fiber, supporting bend radiuses as small as one inch.

Increases I/O Capacity
Each FOX Base can support up to 4 SmartStack modules. Bases are connected to the PIC and to each other through fiber optic connections. There are two types of bases: Standard and Base/Hub. Standard Bases accommodate up to 4 SmartStack modules with no expansion. With a Base/Hub, you can add 4 SmartStack modules and expand to other bases. You can have a maximum of 5 FOX Base/Hubs, and they can support up to 20 I/O modules.

More Installation Options
SmartStack FOX supports a variety of architectures, offering greater flexibility in I/O layout. These include Star, Daisy-chain, or Combination. Each SmartStack FOX cable segment can be up to 10m in length, with no Base/Hub located more than three segments (3x10m) from the PIC. Standard SmartStack FOX cables are offered in 0.5m, 1.0m, 2.0m, 5.0m, and 10m lengths.

Features & Benefits:

  • Has Highly Noise Immune Bus Extension
  • Supports up to 20 SmartStack Modules
  • Allows SmartStack I/O to be mounted remotely from PIC
  • Uses inexpensive plastic fiber technology

 

FOX Part Number
Part Number Description
HE-FOX30 Next Generation FOX Base supporting plastic SmartStack and plastic fiber
HE-FOX12 Next Generation FOX Base supporting plastic SmartStack, plastic fiber and glass *
HE800FOX104 SmartStack FOX Standard Base
HE800FOX404 SmartStack FOX Base/Hub
HE800FOX100 SmartStack FOX Module (required for OCS110, OCS210 and RCS250)
   
Fiber Optic Cable Pairs  
HE800CBF000 SmartStack FOX Cable Pair, 0.5 or 0.6m length
HE800CBF001 SmartStack FOX Cable Pair, 1.0m length
HE800CBF002 SmartStack FOX Cable Pair, 2.0m length
HE800CBF005 SmartStack FOX Cable Pair, 5.0m length
HE800CBF010 SmartStack FOX Cable Pair, 10.0m length
   
* Fiber Optic Cable Pairs (Glass, 62.5um multimode ST type) are available commercially manufactured to a wide variety of cable lengths.
Note: Two 2.0m fiber optic cables included with Color-Touch OCS models. Order cable separately for other OCS models. Expansion cables ordered separately.