Powerful, integrated, and designed for the global machine market, the EtherCAT based Parker Automation Controller (PAC) helps OEMs produce efficient, high-performance control systems  based on the IEC 61131-3 and PLCopen Motion standards. The PAC combines machine logic, signal handling and high-speed motion control into a standard based, performance driven, fan-less and easily mountable din rail solution. This programmable automation controller comes equipped with a native, uninterrupted EtherCAT bus for high-speed I/O and motion control, a modular interface slot for 3rd Party device communication, standard Ethernet and USB ports plus onboard SD program storage. Programmed with the Parker Automation Manager software, OEMs can produce efficient, high-performance control systems.

Markets:
• Factory Automation
• Packaging Machinery
• Printing & Marking Equipment
• Vehicle Assembly Facilities
• Food & Beverage
• Textile, Paper
• General Automation

Features/Benefits:
- Reduced application development time and the associated  costs
A single Integrated Development Environment (IDE), Parker Automation Manager for programming motion including interpolation, logic, I/O, visualization

- Seamless integration into existing plant networks maximizes machine productivity
The PAC comes standard with a variety of onboard communication protocols, including an OPC Server, Modbus TCP, EtherCAT, dual LAN networks, and additional options for Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and Profibus.

- Quick and Easy commissioning time
Advanced Debugging Tools and Simulation Runtime as well as standardized and object oriented programming, allowing faster code generation and modular code reuse. (full suite of IEC61131-3 programming languages and PLCopen motion control function blocks).

- High modularity support modular machines
Connectivity to a variety of popular 3rd party devices with Modular I/O and communication interfaces.

- Peace of mind with robust, industrial grade device
Thanks to removable storage media and fan-less operation. No moving parts.

Applications:
• Packaging Machines
• Material forming machines
• Handling machines
• Converting and plastic machines
• Printing & Marking Equipment

Technical Specifications:
• Supply Voltage : 24 VDC -15 %/+25 %
• CPU : Intel N2600 CPU, 1.6 GHz, Dual Core, 64bit, 1 MB L2 Cache
• Memory : Up to 1 GB SDRAM
• Storage : 2 GB
• Ports :
2x RJ-45 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet
1x RJ45 100Mbit/s EtherCAT supporting IEEE1588 distributed clocks
2x USB 2.0 Host Type A
• Relative Humidity : 5 to 95 %, non-condensing
• Built-in Fieldbus : EtherCAT 100 Mbit/s
• Dimensions : 203x127x90 mm (WxHxD)
• Shielding : Connected straight to module housing
• Installation : 35 mm DIN rail (top-hat rail)
• Protection : IP20
• CE Compliant : 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility
• UL : UL508 & UL61010-1 / UL61010-2-201