Guardlink 432ES-IG3

ESECOTV

26 Jun 202401:53

Summary

TLDRRockwell's Guard Link has been updated to enhance safety diagnostics with its compatibility with Zip Safety and Ethernet/IP. The new 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block allows for three independent channels, each as a separate zone, simplifying wiring and diagnostics for up to 32 devices per channel. It supports a range of safety devices and integrates with the PanelView 5000 for advanced diagnostic reporting. To implement this in your safety projects, ensure you have an L3 or L8 GuardLogix PLC and version 34.010659. For a seamless system layout, utilize Rockwell's pre-engineered safety functions and Integrated Architecture Builder. Contact your local ESN account manager for more details.

Takeaways

🔒 Guard Link is a safety device communication protocol that simplifies advanced diagnostics.
🌐 Rockwell has updated Guard Link to be compatible with Zip Safety, enhancing its capabilities.
🔌 The original Guard Link features include ease of wiring, support for up to 32 devices per channel, and efficient daisy chain implementation.
💡 Diagnostics can be enabled over the same cable, improving the system's efficiency.
🌐 The update allows devices to be connected on zp safety over Ethernet/IP, expanding connectivity options.
📈 There are three independent channels in the updated system, each functioning as its own zone.
🛠️ To use the 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block, you need an L3 or L8 GuardLogix PLC and version 34.010659.
⏰ Timestamping of events is supported in this update, aiding in detailed diagnostics.
🚪 The system supports a wide range of safety devices such as door switches, interlocks, E-Stops, and light curtains.
📊 If using a PanelView 5000, advanced diagnostic reporting is available without additional programming.
🏗️ Rockwell's pre-engineered safety functions and Integrated Architecture Builder can assist in system layout and material generation.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of the Guard Link system?
-The primary purpose of the Guard Link system is to provide advanced diagnostics for safety devices, enabling efficient monitoring and troubleshooting of safety systems.
How has Rockwell updated the Guard Link system for use with ZP Safety?
-Rockwell has updated the Guard Link system to be compatible with ZP Safety over Ethernet/IP, allowing devices to be connected in three independent channels, each serving as its own safety zone.
What are the original features of the Guard Link system?
-The original features of the Guard Link system include ease of wiring, support for up to 32 devices on each channel, efficient daisy chain implementation, and enabling diagnostics over the same cable.
What is the requirement for the PLC to use the Guard Link Ethernet block with the 432 ES IG3?
-To use the Guard Link Ethernet block with the 432 ES IG3, the system must be equipped with an L3 or L8 GuardLogix PLC along with version 34.010659 for time stamping of events.
What types of safety devices can be used with the Guard Link system?
-The Guard Link system can be used with a wide array of safety devices such as door switches, interlocks, emergency stop buttons (E-Stops), and light curtains.
How does using a PanelView 5000 enhance the Guard Link system?
-Using a PanelView 5000 with the Guard Link system provides advanced diagnostic reporting without the need for additional programming.
What tools can assist in system layout when implementing the Guard Link system?
-Rockwell's pre-engineered safety functions and Integrated Architecture Builder can assist in system layout, helping to generate bill of materials and links.
What is the benefit of using the Guard Link 432 ES IG3 on a machine interface for a safety project?
-The Guard Link 432 ES IG3 on a machine interface could be the perfect fit for updating a system's safety or starting a new safety project due to its advanced diagnostics and compatibility with a variety of safety devices.
How can one get more information about implementing the Guard Link system?
-For more information on implementing the Guard Link system, one should contact their local ESN account manager or automation specialist.
What is the significance of the music in the video script?
-The music in the video script serves as a background element to engage the audience and make the presentation more appealing while discussing the features and updates of the Guard Link system.
How does the Guard Link system contribute to the efficiency of safety device diagnostics?
-The Guard Link system contributes to the efficiency of safety device diagnostics by allowing diagnostics over the same cable used for device communication, reducing the need for additional wiring and simplifying the diagnostic process.

Outlines

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🛡️ Advanced Safety Diagnostics with Guard Link Update

The script introduces an update to the Guard Link system from Rockwell Automation, which simplifies the process of obtaining advanced diagnostics from safety devices when they are wired in series. The update integrates Guard Link with Zip Safety and introduces several new features. These include the ability to use devices over Ethernet/IP, three independent channels with each channel as its own safety zone, and compatibility with the 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block. The system requires an L3 or L8 GuardLogix PLC and version 34.010659 for time-stamping of events. The update retains the original Guard Link benefits such as ease of wiring, support for up to 32 devices per channel, and efficient daisy chain implementation. It also supports a wide range of safety devices like door switches, interlocks, E-stops, and light curtains. For users of PanelView 5000, advanced diagnostic reporting is available without additional programming. The script also mentions the utility of Rockwell's pre-engineered safety functions and Integrated Architecture Builder for system layout and generating Bill of Materials. Interested parties are encouraged to contact their local ESN account manager or automation specialist for more information.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Safety Guard Link

Safety Guard Link is a system designed to extract advanced diagnostics from safety devices when wired in series. It is a key component in the video's theme of industrial safety and diagnostics. The script mentions that Rockwell has updated this system to work with Zip Safety and Ethernet/IP, allowing for more efficient and comprehensive safety diagnostics.

💡Advanced Diagnostics

Advanced diagnostics refer to the sophisticated methods used to monitor and analyze the performance and health of safety devices. In the context of the video, it is a feature of the updated Safety Guard Link system that allows for better understanding and troubleshooting of safety devices, enhancing the overall safety of industrial operations.

💡Zip Safety

Zip Safety is a term used in the script to refer to a type of safety device or system that can be integrated with the updated Safety Guard Link. It is part of the new features that Rockwell has introduced, indicating a move towards more modern and networked safety solutions.

💡Ethernet/IP

Ethernet/IP is a networking protocol used in industrial automation for communication over Ethernet networks. The script mentions that devices can now be put on 'ZP Safety over Ethernet/IP,' which suggests the integration of safety systems with existing industrial network infrastructures for enhanced connectivity and diagnostics.

💡Guard Logixs PLC

Guard Logixs PLC is a type of programmable logic controller mentioned in the script. It is required for the 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block, indicating that it is a central component in the updated Safety Guard Link system, essential for implementing advanced safety and diagnostic features.

💡Version 34.010659

This appears to be a specific software version number required for the updated Safety Guard Link system. It is an example of the technical details provided in the script, showing the precision needed for system updates and compatibility.

💡Time Stamping of Events

Time stamping of events is a feature that allows for the recording of when specific events or diagnostics occur. In the script, it is mentioned as a continuing feature of the updated Safety Guard Link system, which is crucial for tracking and analyzing the timing of safety-related events.

💡Safety Devices

Safety devices are components like door switches, interlocks, E-Stops, and light curtains that are integral to ensuring the safety of industrial machinery and operations. The script discusses how the updated Safety Guard Link system can work with a wide array of these devices, emphasizing the system's versatility and comprehensiveness.

💡Panel View 5000

Panel View 5000 is a specific type of human-machine interface (HMI) mentioned in the script. It is highlighted for its ability to provide advanced diagnostic reporting without the need for additional programming, showcasing the user-friendly and integrated nature of the updated Safety Guard Link system.

💡Pre-engineered Safety Functions

Pre-engineered safety functions are pre-designed safety protocols or mechanisms that can be easily implemented in various systems. The script suggests that Rockwell offers these functions to aid in system layout, indicating a move towards more standardized and efficient safety solutions.

💡Integrated Architecture Builder

Integrated Architecture Builder is a tool or software mentioned in the script that can be used to generate Bill of Materials (BOM). It is related to the process of planning and organizing the components needed for a safety project, showing the comprehensive approach taken by Rockwell in providing solutions for system safety.

Highlights

Introduction of the simplest way to get Advanced Diagnostics out of safety devices using Guard Link.

Rockwell's update to Guard Link for use with Zip Safety and several new features.

Original Guard Link features include ease of wiring and support for up to 32 devices on each channel.

Efficient daisy chain implementation for Guard Link devices.

Enabling diagnostics over the same cable with Guard Link.

Update allows for devices on zp safety over Ethernet/IP with three independent channels.

Each channel as its own zone with the 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block.

Requirements for using the 432 ES IG3 Guard Link Ethernet block include L3 or L8 Guard Logix PLC and specific software version.

Time stamping of events with the updated Guard Link system.

Compatibility of the system with a wide array of safety devices such as door switches, interlocks, E-Stops, and light curtains.

Advanced Diagnostic reporting with Panel View 5000 without additional programming.

System layout can be aided with Rockwell's pre-engineered safety functions.

Use of Integrated Architecture Builder to generate Bill of Materials.

Link to resources for more information on updating system safety or starting a new safety project.

Suggestion to contact a local ESN account manager or automation specialist for more information.