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OVERVIEW

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.

 

APPLICATIONS

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Advances in technology couple with customer demands brings about a push to combine one or more of the basic system components into one product.
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    Linear Applications

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    Rotary Applications

APPLICATIONS

MicroSmart FC6A All-in-One

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16 IO
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24 IO
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40 IO
feature-blockThe 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.
feature-product-2-8The 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.
feature-serialThe 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.
feature-analogEach 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.
feature-expansion2Up 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.
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sd-cardAn 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.
feature-usbThe 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.
feature-battery2The 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.
feature-analog-1One 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.
hmiAn 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

KEY FEATURES

MicroSmart FC6A All-in-One

Processing time for Basic instruction

24x

24 time faster than FC4A

16x

16 time faster than FC5A

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56ns
FC5A Slim
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24x faster than FC4A     16x faster than FC5A

KEY FEATURES

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

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KEY FEATURES

Large 640KB (80,000 steps) programming memory

Handle large and more sophisticated program for bigger systems
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KEY FEATURES

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.

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Program Memory 384 Kb
640Kb (J1939)
52 Kb 128 Kb 31 Kb 47 Kb
Data Memory (Data Register) 56,000 2,000 48,000 7,600 2,000
Bit Memory (M bit) 12,400 2,048 2,048 1,584 1,024
Timer 1,024 256 256 100 200
Counter 512 256 256 100 200

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.

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COMMUNICATION OF CHOICE

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.

COMMUNICATION OF CHOICE

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.

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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.

VIDEOS

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!

AMCI_IDEC_alliance_logoMany 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.

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What Makes Up a Stepper Motion System?

Click on the products below for more information
FC6A MicroSmart

FC6A MicroSmart

MicroSmart FC6A, a powerful PLC with up to 520 digital I/O and 126 analog I/O. The MicroSmart FC6A provides the power of a PAC (programmable automation controller) in a low-cost controller with a small form factor, making it an ideal fit for demanding applications. Learn more

 
Controller

Controller

A 2-axis motion controller that can be expanded up to 12 axes. It accepts encoder feedback for stall detection and move verification, includes six discrete inputs for move conditioning and other functions, and four discrete outputs for status and diagnostics. Learn more

Drive+Controller

Drive+Controller

AMCI by IDEC’s integrated Stepper controller+drive combo is a ground-breaking approach to PLC-based motion control systems. With servo performance in a stepper motion hardware, the IANG1 series can be expanded up to 6 axes. Learn more


Stepper Motor+Drive+Controller

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

Stepper+Drive

AMCI by IDEC’s motor+drive combo unit can control one to six axes of motion, combining the features of a two-axis controller and drive in a single unit. Learn more

Drive+Controller

Drive+Controller

AMCI by IDEC’s integrated Stepper controller+drive combo is a ground-breaking approach to motion control, offering expansion up to 6 axes. Learn more


Stepper Motor+Drive+Controller

Stepper Motor+Drive+Controller

AMCI by IDEC’s controller+drive+motor combo unit offers all-in-one motion control with the combined features of a two-axis controller, drive, and stepper motor. Learn more

 
Stepper Motor

Stepper Motor

AMCI by IDEC’s stepper motor comes in standard NEMA 23 frame sizes with output torque ratings of 130 and 240 oz-in.

 
brochure

CATALOG

MicroSmart FC6A Brochure

Discover additional information about the FC6A Series MicroSmart All in One within this catalog.

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DATASHEET

MicroSmart FC6A Series Datasheet

Read detailed technical specifications and features within this datasheet.

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