Compact PLC C6 COMPACT 3

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Overview
The C6 COMPACT 3 is a compact embedded automation controller designed for automating applications of low to medium complexity. The system runs on a Linux operating system and provides an open microservice architecture. Container-based technology enables integration and organization of multiple software functions. The controller is real-time capable, IEC 61131-programmable and includes an EtherCAT master for synchronized and coordinated machine motion. The platform uses current industrial technologies for extended availability.

Functionality
In addition to core machine automation, the C6 COMPACT 3 can serve as a gateway between higher-level controllers and programmable control systems with KEB Motion functionality. An OPC UA server provides an interface to external systems. The controller can operate as an HMI server, delivering HMI content to browsers and communicating with one or more third-party systems. The microservice architecture simplifies integration and deployment of diverse software components.

Highlights

• Cost-effective automation controller
• Real-time motion control with integrated EtherCAT master
• Gateway, IIoT/edge device and HMI server use cases
• Linux-based open microservice and container architecture

Technical data (table)
CPU - Processor: Dual-Core 64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A53 1 GHz; Single-Core Cortex-R5F 800 MHz; Single-Core Cortex-M4F 400 MHz
RAM: LPDDR4 1 GByte (optional 2 GByte)
Memory - Flash: eMMC 4 GB (optional up to 128 GB)
Retain: Optional (NvSRAM / MRAM / FRAM min. 32 kB)
Interfaces - Ethernet: 2 x 10/100 + 1 x 10/100/1000 (optional)
Interfaces - CAN: Optional CAN Master/Slave (galvanic isolation)
Interfaces - Serial: Optional RS232/485 (galvanic isolation)
Memory expansion: external uSD slot (expansion / backup and restore)
Internal: internal board-to-board connection for customer-specific expansion boards
LED: 6 LEDs (double row, system, fieldbus, individual status)
Power supply: 24 V DC (19.2 V … 30 V)
Operating temperature: -20 °C … 55 °C fanless (5 % … 85 % RH, no condensation)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 25 x 100 x 132 mm
Mechanical assembly: DIN rail

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Operating system: Linux; open microservice and container-based architecture
• Programmable according to IEC 61131
• Real-time-capable motion functionality with integrated EtherCAT master
• Flexible communications: Ethernet (incl. Gigabit option), CAN, RS232/485 (optional)
• Expansion options: uSD, internal board-to-board for customer expansions
• Electrical design: 24 V DC supply, fanless operation, extended operating temperature range
• Typical uses: machine control, gateway, IIoT/edge device, HMI server