Factory Automation

Controllers MELSEC iQ-R Series Product features -CPU-

MELSECWinCPU Module

The MELSECWinCPU module executes Windows® applications and realizes data coordination with other CPU modules and I/O modules easily. Equipped with robust features, the module offers a stable computer-based system even in a harsh environment. A fan-less hardware design enables natural cooling operation, eliminating the risk of operation stop due to a fan failure. In addition to the standard Windows OS, Ubuntu, an OS provided by a partner, is also available.

Features<sup>A wide selection of interfaces</sup>

  • General interface
  • Equipped with interfaces similar to a computer, the system can be easily configured with widely available devices
  • Built-in USB ports, two Ethernet ports, RS-232, and HDMI are available, also with CFast™ card and SD memory card for storage are supported

Information processing utilizing Windows® and partner-provided OS

  • Utilization of Windows®
  • Multiple CPU configuration
  • Utilization of development assets
  • Utilization of Linux®
  • Utilizing the familiar Windows® assets in the office, information processing such as control data calculation/processing and data exchange with a computer are possible
  • The module, which is incorporated into the multiple CPU configuration, can easily add functions utilizing Windows® to the existing equipment
  • Easy-to-understand development environment such as Microsoft® Visual Basic® and Visual C#® as well as existing development assets can be utilized
  • Ubuntu, a partner-provided OS that runs on the MELSECWinCPU module, allows users to leverage the latest information technologies developed by communities, thereby reducing development time.

IT system is easily configured utilizing pre-installed functions

  • Easy IT system configuration
  • The IT system on the production site can be configured using Microsoft® Visual Studio® development environment
  • The MELSECWinCPU module can easily communicate with the programmable controller system by using pre-installed functions (C Controller module dedicated functions and MELSEC communication functions)
  • A computer is no longer necessary in the production site, therefore eliminating any issues of LAN installation

On-site development reduces risk of data breach

  • Robust security
  • Due to growing security concern, it is becoming increasingly difficult to bring computers to the production site. The MELSECWinCPU module is an excellent alternative to a computer
  • Installing the MELSECWinCPU module in the control panel can reduce the risk of technology and data theft as well as virus invasion
  • When the engineering software is installed and a keyboard, mouse and display are connected, urgent maintenance is easily handled

Cutting-edge information processing technology

Utilize IoT information processing technology

The C Controller pre-installed with Ubuntu provided by Lineo Solutions, Inc. realizes utilization of extensive information processing technology. Ubuntu communities are actively working to update software packages. Extensive software packages are provided for free, allowing utilization of new information technology.

TimeStorm®

TimeStorm

Timesys Corporation

Python®and C/C++ development environment

TimeStorm® is a GUI based integrated development environment supporting various programming languages such as Python® and C/C++. Source code editing and build can be performed as well as debug by connecting with the C intelligent function module. In addition, the development host supports both Linux® and Windows®, realizing efficient development.

Specifications

MELSECWinCPU module specifications

Item R102WCPU-W
Hardware
MPU Intel Atom® E3930 Dual Core
Main memory (byte) 4G
Internal storage (CFast™) (byte) 60G
Software
OS Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 /
Ubuntu (partner-provided OS)
Programming language Windows® C/C++, Visual Basic®, C#
Ubuntu C/C++
Communication interface
Extension SSD CFast™ (SATA Ⅲ) (1x)
USB USB3.0 (1x)/USB2.0 (3x)
Ethernet 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (2x)
SD memory card SDHC High Speed (1x)
Display
Interface HDMI 1.4b (1x)