Festo Compact Performance System, Installation And Commissioning Manual

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1.1.1 CP system module functions
CP systems consists of the following modules:
CP module Function
CP node There are special CP fieldbus nodes for the
various fieldbuses.
– They provide the connection to certain
fieldbuses
– They offer connections for up to 4 strings
to which I/O modules and valve terminals
can be connected
– They transmit control signals to the
connected modules and monitor their
functioning
CP valve
terminals – These provide various valve functions
via valve plates for controlling
pneumatic actuators
– Relay plates, pressure isolating plates and
blanking plates can be used here as well
Input modules There are various special designs for
various types of connections.
– These provide inputs for connecting
sensors and permit e.g. the
scanning of cylinder positions
Output modules – These provide universally usuable electrical
outputs for actuating low current
consuming devices (further valves,
bulbs etc.)
1. System overview
CP... 9806A
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