User Manual
Chapter 1
GFK-1503F
Jan 2020
Introduction
2
VersaMax DeviceNet Communications
Modules User’s Manual (catalog
number GFK-1533)
Describes the installation and operation of the
DeviceNet Network Interface Unit module and
the DeviceNet Network Slave Module.
VersaMax Profibus Communications
Modules User’s Manual (catalog
number GFK-1534)
Describes the installation and operation of the
Profibus Network Interface Unit module and the
Profibus Network Communications Module.
1.1
The VersaMax
TM
Family of Products
The VersaMax family of products provides universally-distributed I/O that spans PLC and PC-
based architectures. Designed for industrial and commercial automation, VersaMax I/O
provides a common, flexible I/O structure for local and remote-control applications. The
VersaMax PLC provides big-PLC power with a full range of I/O and option modules. VersaMax
I/O Stations with Network Interface Modules make it possible to add the flexibility of
VersaMax I/O to other types of networks. VersaMax meets UL, CUL, CE, Class1 Zone 2 and
Class I Division 2 requirements.
As a scaleable automation solution, VersaMax I/O combines compactness and modularity
for greater ease of use. The 70-mm depth and small footprint of VersaMax I/O enables easy,
convenient mounting as well as space- saving benefits. Modules can accommodate up to 32
points of I/O each.
The compact, modular VersaMax products feature DIN-rail mounting with up to eight I/O
and option modules per “rack” and up to 8 racks per VersaMax PLC or VersaMax I/O S
tation
system. Expansion racks can be located up to
750 meters from the main VersaMax PLC or VersaMax I/O Station rack. Expansion racks can
include any VersaMax I/O, option, or communications module.
VersaMax provides automatic addressing that can eliminate traditional configuration and
the need for hand-held devices. Multiple field wiring termination options provide support
for two, three, and four-wire devices.
For faster equipment repair and shorter Mean-Time-To-Repair, the hot insertion feature
enables addition and replacement of I/O modules while a machine or process is running and
without affecting field wiring.
VersaMax I/O may be remotely located. Remote I/O interfaces for Genius, DeviceNet,
Profibus, and Ethernet are available.