The SlimLine ARM7 CPU module is the central basic processing unit of this programmable controller (PLC) family and may be supplied as a open frame PCB suitable for system integrators.
The device allows the management of all the SlimLine I/O expansion modules through its I²C™ High-Speed bus, and incorporates an high efficiency power supply designed to support the connection of up to 16 expansion modules (to be verified according to the module connected).

The device is equipped with an integrated web server which can make available configuration web pages and general information on the state of the system, as well as full user configurable web pages (5).

At the hardware level this CPU is equipped with:

• 1 Ethernet Port 10/100BaseT(x) RJ45 (Full versions only)
• 2 COM Port RS232
• 1 MiniUSB port
• 1 Insulated Field bus RS485(ModBus) or CAN bus (Full versions only)
• 2 Insulated digital input (1 counter 10KHz)
• 2 Insulated digital output
• 1 micro-SD card slot (Full versions only)
• 1 I2C High-speed Expansion bus

Using non-volatile memory technology FRAM (Ferroelectric RAM), it was possible the elimination of the Lithium battery (5), minimizing the environmental impact at the end of life.
The FRAM technology also guarantees a number of virtually unlimited write cycles, thereby improving system reliability, and a very low consumption of energy even during writing cycles.

The board is available in three different versions:

• Lite: 2 RS232C, 1 USB, 4 digital I/O,
• Full RS485: 2 RS232C, 1 USB, digital I/O, Eth., 1 insulated RS485,
• Full CAN: 2 RS232C, 1 USB, digital I/O, Eth., 1insulated CAN.

For the connection of the extension modules it is necessary to use the proper bus extension cables (Code CBL074**00) to be ordered separately.

The I/O's connections are made through extractable TB for an easier maintenance (to be ordered separately).

The SlimLine family of PLC has been designed with the perspective of protecting the investment in programming made by the Customer in terms of portability from/to other platforms, both in terms of copy protection and fraudulent use (see FAQ100).

There is a wide range of libraries and function blocks (FB) selected to perform variety of functions.
There are also some available optionally for the use of which is necessary to get the unlocking code at the MID (Manufacturer ID) or DID (Device ID) level. See the list.

I²C™is a trade mark of NXP Semiconductors

See also...
	Product presentation
	Video tutorials
	Firmware release note
	Libraries and Functional Blocks

The CPU board is programmable using the 5 languages provided by the IEC61131-3 standard, through the LogicLab, a completely free programming tool.

Thanks to the support of Modbus Rtu protocol, can be connected operator terminals, SCADA software, ProfiLab-Expert applications.

Applications
	The extended range of power supply together with the low power consumption and the wide operating temperature, make the product suitable for applications in industrial and automotive fields, and, generally whereas a battery power source is requested, such as the Remote stations (RTUs).
	Remote control through the web.
	Buildings automation.
	RTUs.
	Web server for Internet applications.
	Gateway of protocol conversion