DirectLOGIC 06 & DL05
Specialty IO modules

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DL05/06 PLC Specialty Modules

Several bases & modules are available for the DL06 | Download DL05 & 06 unit Specs (PDF)

These analog modules are among the smallest and lowest-priced in the industry.

	BASIC CoProcessor	High-Speed Counter	8-pt. input simulator
Place mouse over module to see detail	F0-CP128	H0-CTRIO	F0-08SIM
	F0-CP128 [$185]	H0-CTRIO [$195]	F0-08SIM [$35]

NOTE: New option modules may not be supported by CPUs purchased prior to the modules release. Be sure to check for the latest firmware for your PLC. You can refer to the module specification page on our Web site for this information, or find it in our free catalog. Here is the direct link to the Firmware Upgrade section of our Web site where you can find the firmware revision histories, the latest files and tools required to download the firmware into your CPU.

Triple-port Overdrive CoProcessor Module [data sheet] (pdf)

The F0-CP128 BASIC CoProcessor Module [$185] interfaces the DL05/06 family of programmable controllers with bar code readers, operator interface terminals, instrumentation equipment, computers and other serial devices.

Applications
BASIC CoProcessors are designed for use with intelligent devices such as:
• Bar code readers
• Welders
• Board level controllers
• Serial printers
• Intelligent sensors
• Almost any device with an RS232C or RS485 port

They are also good solutions for applications requiring complex math, such as floating point math, sine, cosine, tangent, exponential, square roots, etc.

Features include:

FACTS Extended BASIC and ABM Commander for Windows software for IBM PCs makes program development fast and simple. (The software is included with the CoPro module on CD-ROM). It allows online, full screen BASIC program editing and the ability to upload / download programs on disk. The included CD has MODBUS master and slave BASIC programs and other application examples.
Non-volatile memory of up to 128 K allows multiple program storage and execution, DL05/06 register expansion, and retentive data storage and retrieval.
100 MHz BASIC CoProcessor provides fast program execution independent of the CPU scan.
Three buffered ports permit communication from the module to three external devices.
The module is programmable from port 1, 2 or 3 for complete serial port utilization without switching cables.
A real-time clock/calendar maintains time/date with battery backup when power outages occur. Programmable time based BASIC interrupts to 5 ms.
Direct access of up to 256 bytes of DL05/06 CPU memory per scan is possible. No supporting ladder logic is required.
Floating point math solves complex formulas to eight significant digits.
An RJ12 Port 1 and Port 3 splitter is included with the module. This will provide easy connection of RS-232 cables to both Port 1 and Port 3. (If you are using RTS1 and CTS1 for port 1, then port 3 is not available.)

High-speed Counting/ Pulse Output Module

[data sheet] (pdf)

The High-Speed Counter I/O (H0-CTRIO) [$195] module is designed to accept high-speed pulse-type input signals for counting or timing applications and designed to provide high-speed pulse-type output signals for stepper/ servo motor control, monitoring, alarm or other discrete control functions.

The H0-CTRIO module offers great flexibility for applications that call for precise counting or timing, based on an input event or for high-speed control output applications. The H0-CTRIO module has its own microprocessor and operates asynchronously with respect to the PLC/ Controller. This means the on-board outputs respond in real time to incoming signals so there is no delay waiting for the PLC/ Controller to scan I/O. The H0-CTRIO module is designed to work with incremental encoders or other field devices that send pulse outputs. You can use the H0-CTRIO module with any of the DL05 or DL06 PLCs.

H0-CTRIO - High Speed Counter Interface Module.
4 DC sink/ source inputs 9-30 VDC, 2 isolated sink/ source DC outputs, 5-30 VDC, 1 A per point.

Inputs supported:
1 quadrature encoder counters up to 100 KHz, or 2 single channel counters up to 100 KHz, and 2 high speed discrete inputs for Reset, Inhibit, or Capture.

Outputs supported:
2 independently configurable high speed discrete outputs or 1 channel pulse output control, 20 Hz - 25 KHz per channel, pulse and direction or cw/ ccw pulses.

Input Simulator Module

F0-08SIM [$35] - 8 point input simulator module for DL05 and DL06 DirectLOGIC PLCs. 5 VDC base power required (1 mA).
[data sheet] (pdf)

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION: Can I control a servo/ stepper motor with a DirectLOGIC PLC?

plc_servo1 The answer is YES. The DL05 or DL06 PLC with the counter/ pulse output module (H0-CTRIO) has two independently configurable timer/ counter channels (up to 100 kHz) and one pulse output generator (up to 25 kHz). An easy-to-use configuration tool is included in the AutomationDirect PLC programming software, so it's simple to integrate with your other application logic. For example, the DL05 or DL06 PLCs, using a pulse output signal, work very well with the SureStep stepper systems offered by AutomationDirect, as well as other servo/ stepper system products.
Servo and stepper systems come in many flavors and can be difficult to apply due to application-specific conditions, such as physical inertia of a mass, mechanical windup, mechanical tolerances, friction, etc. Addressing these conditions will typically consume significantly more time and effort than developing the basic programming for the PLC and servo controller. AutomationDirect has simplified the programming of the PLC and H0-CTRIO module that interfaces to the servo or stepper systems. The SureStep microsteppingdrive offers a simplified drive and stepping motor setup. Together, they can make the positioning or motion controlpart of your project go more smoothly.