Delta is introducing the compact, mid-range “AX-300N” and “AX-324N” PLC controllers. These “AX-3” series controllers offer a Codesys development environment to enable intelligent industrial automation applications. Compatibility with Delta AS Series IO products and support for a broad range of industrial communication protocols including PLC open v1.0 function blocks, Ethernet/IP, and OPC UA server ensure compatibility across a wide range of automation applications such as packaging, food and beverages, ceramics, textiles, and energy.

The new PLC controllers expand Delta’s product portfolio, offering customers more options both for conventional control systems with I/O capabilities integrated into the controller as well as distributed remote input/output (distributed RIO) setups. The “AX-300N” is a cost-effective solution that provides compatibility with the complete Delta AS-Series IO portfolio. It’s well-suited to distributed RIO environments which can offer considerable advantages including savings on cabling, easier scalability, and greater system design flexibility. For conventional installations, the “AX-324N” offers 16 integrated digital inputs, eight digital outputs, and six HSC channels at 200 kHz. Both models provide dual Ethernet ports with support for Ethernet /IP (scanner/ adapter) and OPC UA server.

High-performance CPU and broad protocol support

With the most recent update, the high-performance CPU inside both PLC controllers provides support for FTP/SFTP, MQTT, Profinet Slave and IO-Link communications protocols. These communications features now make it possible to import third-party Codesys.

Faster time-to-market with Dia Designer-AX

Dia Designer-AX software integrates Codesys into Delta’s Dia studio software platform. The environment provides support from the planning stage through execution and commissioning. It simplifies the implementation of both simple and complex motion control, including single- and multi-axis movements, gearing, ECAMs and interpolation. It also helps to ensure compliance with international standards such as IEC 61131-3 and PLC open. Software developers will benefit from integrated tools including an oscilloscope, simulator, and CAM editor.

PLC controllers at a glance

• High performance processing with high data capacity and execution speed
• AS module compatibility for access to Delta’s comprehensive IO portfolio
• Support for major fieldbus technologies simplifies integration of 3rd-party devices
• Cost-effective access to Codesys-based motion control

The “AX-300N” and “AX-324N” PLCs are now available throughout the EMEA region.