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Preface
■ Introduction
The AM500 is a new generation of medium‑sized PLC which supports EtherCAT bus
control and dual‑port network switching function, FB/FC‑based technology
encapsulation and reuse, and multi‑level network communication through RS485,
Ethernet and EtherCAT interfaces. It support 16 expansion modules. RS485/RS232/DI/
DO/AI/AO/RTC clock/TF card functions can be provided through the expansion cards.
This guide describes installation and wiring of the PLC, including product information,
mechanical installation, and electrical installation.
■ Standard
The following table lists the certifications, directives, and standards that the product
may comply with. For details about the acquired certificates, see the certification
marks on the product nameplate.
Certifica‑
tion
Directive Standard
CE
Certifica‑
tion
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU 24 VDC products
EN 61131‑2
24 VAC products
EN 61131‑2
EN 61000‑3‑2
EN 61000‑3‑3
LVD Directive 2014/35/EU EN 61010‑1
EN 61010‑2‑201
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
amended by (EU)
2015/863
EN IEC 63000
UL/cUL
certifica‑
tion
‑ UL 61010‑1
UL 61010‑2‑201
UL 61010‑2‑030
CAN/CSA‑C22.2 No. 61010‑1
CSA C22.2 NO. 61010‑2‑201
CSA C22.2 NO. 61010‑2‑030