Kinco AX500 - User Manual

AX500 Intelligent Controller
Intelligent Controller User Guide
AX500 Intelligent Controller
AX500 intelligent controller is a medium-sized PLC developed based on CODESYS. It fully supports
IEC61131-3 programming system and multiple site real-time bus. It supports cam, CNC, and other
synchronous movement control providing various interfaces to meet the needs of projects.
This manual describes the specifications, characteristics and using methods of the AX500
controller. For the user program, hardware information and other information of this product,
please refer to the other manual.
Safety Instructions
Safety Precautions
1. Before installing, operating, and maintaining the product, please read and observe these safety
precautions.
2. To ensure personal and equipment safety, please follow all marks on the product and safety

Kinco AX500 Specifications

General

Model	AX500
Input Voltage	24 VDC
Series	AX
Control axes	Up to 8 axes
Communication Ports	Ethernet, CAN, USB, Serial (RS232/RS485)
Communication	Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP
Programming Language	Ladder Diagram (LD), Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagram (FBD)
Display	Optional HMI

Summary

Safety Instructions

Safety Precautions

Details essential safety measures before and during product operation.

Safety Level Definition

Control System Designing

Wiring

Maintenance & Inspection

Product Information

Product Naming Rules

Explains the structure and meaning of the product's model name.

Product Nameplate

General Specifications

Components Information

Status Indicators

Explains the function and status of the PWR, RUN, ERR, and BUS indicator lights.

Network Ports

Details the three available network ports: EtherNET, EtherCAT A, and EtherCAT B.

Power Supply Terminals

Control Functions

Power Terminal Arrangement

IO Coupler Power Supply

Details the 24V and 5V power indicators for IO couplers and modules.

Communication and Error Indicators

Explains the LINK and ERR indicators for module communication and errors.

DI Terminal Instructions

NPN Wiring Configuration

Illustrates the NPN wiring method for digital input expansion modules.

PNP Wiring Configuration

Illustrates the PNP wiring method for digital input expansion modules.

Function Description

Status Indicator Function

Provides a detailed explanation of the status indicators (PWR, RUN, ERR, BUS).

User Program Download by USB

Firmware Upgrade

Multi-node Connection

RS485 Bus Wiring

RS232 Bus Wiring Description

Ethernet Connection

Programming Tool Downloading

Programming Environment and Software Installation

Outlines hardware and software setup requirements for the programming environment.

Mechanical Design

Dimensions

Displays the physical dimensions of the AX500 controller in millimeters.

Mounting

Mounting Guide

Provides instructions and considerations for the snap-fit installation of the AX500 controller.

Add Device Packages to CODESYS

Explains the process of installing the AX500 device package into the CODESYS software.

Standard Project

Warranty Agreement

Product Warranty Card

Form for recording customer, product, and repair information for warranty claims.