Product Description:

The 2CP100.6 is a programmable logic controller assembled by B&R Automation for the System 2010 Controllers series. Within an industrial cell, it acts as the central deterministic processor that sequences machine functions, supervises I/O modules, and exchanges data with supervisory networks. Because it has two CPU card slots, the unit can be fitted with additional processing or communication modules so that a single rack can manage complex motion, safety, and visualization tasks.

A tightly tuned command pipeline executes every user instruction in 0.8 µsec, allowing synchronous positioning drives to receive fresh setpoints on each internal scan. The dual-ported memory used for fast data exchange between task levels totals 128 KByte SRAM, reducing bus contention when high-priority interrupts update global variables. The primary IF1 service port uses RS232 signaling so a connected computer can monitor variables or transfer application data without additional converters, and it supports data rates up to 64 kBaud. A handheld terminal can be positioned as far as 15 m from the controller, which gives more flexibility in cabinet layout while remaining within the intended signal limits.

An additional IF3 channel provides multi-drop communication through RS485/RS422, enabling several controllers to share diagnostics on a common shielded pair at line rates up to 347 kBaud. Even when every port is active and both CPU cards are installed, energy draw stays below 10 W, keeping enclosure heat rise modest and supporting fanless panel mounting at 0–55 °C. For cyclic data logging, the motherboard hosts 256 KByte SRAM of system memory, while a real-time clock with 10 msec resolution time-stamps events for trace analysis. The housing measures 285 × 80 × 185 mm, so it fits compact control cabinets without taking excessive space from neighboring I/O modules.