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Jun 25, 2024 10:29 am
The Micro 850 "E" with implicit messaging is designed to simplify communication between the controller and Kinetix 5100 servo drives from Rockwell Automation. Here's a breakdown of the key points:
What it is:
- Implicit messaging is a communication method where the PLC (Micro 850 "E" in this case) automatically manages data exchange with the drive (Kinetix 5100) without requiring explicit instructions for each data point.
- This simplifies programming compared to traditional explicit messaging where you define every data transfer.
Benefits:
- Reduced programming time: Pre-defined tags and function blocks streamline communication setup.
- Easier development: The intuitive interface allows for faster development of control logic.
- Improved performance: Optimized communication reduces processing overhead on the controller.
Requirements:
- Micro 850 "E" Controller: Look for models with "E" in the part number (e.g., 2080-L50E). These models have built-in implicit messaging capabilities.
- Firmware Version: The controller firmware needs to be version 21.011 or later.
- Software: You'll need Connected Components Workbench software version 21 or later to program the Micro 850 "E" and configure implicit messaging.
Kinetix 5100 Drive: The Kinetix 5100 drive itself is compatible with implicit messaging.