Model Explanation

0-57406

0-57406: Basic model (AutoMax drive control core board)

Suffix (C/D/E/F/H): Hardware revision version. The newer the version, the stronger the function and the higher the temperature range

Full name: Drive Controller Module

Compatibility: AutoMax PLC / DCS 5000 system, as the main control card for drive control.

Technical Parameters (Official)

Manufacturer: Reliance Electric (now Rockwell Automation)

Processor: Intel 80186 16-bit CPU, with watchdog

Number of control axes: Up to 8 axes for drive control (with I/O module expansion)

Communication interface: RS-232 (programming / debugging), AutoMax backplane bus

Program memory: 128KB RAM / 256KB EPROM

Operating temperature:

-C version: 0°C ~ +50°C

-D version: 0°C ~ +55°C

-E/F/H version: 0°C ~ +60°C

Isolation: 2500 VAC photoelectric isolation between the backplane and the control circuit

Size: 343 × 203 × 38 mm (standard 1.25" slot)

Weight: Approximately 0.9 kg

Power consumption: ≤18 W

Protection: IP20

Interfaces and Indicators

Backplane: AutoMax dedicated edge connectors (power, address, high-speed data)

Front panel:

FAULT CODE display: 2-digit digital tube, displays fault code

OK (green): Module is running normally

FAULT (red): CPU / program / communication failure

TEST SWITCH: 3-digit test switch (self-check / operation / debugging)

RESET button: Hardware reset

RS-232 port: DB9, connects programmer / upper computer

Core function

Drive Controller: The core of the AutoMax system for driving control, directly managing GV3000 and other inverters.

Multi-axis Control: Up to 8 axes of speed/position closed-loop per card, supporting multi-machine synchronization.

Built-in Programming: Comes with its own CPU and memory, capable of running the drive control program independently.

Fault Diagnosis: Digital display shows specific fault codes, quickly locating the problem.

Hot Swap: The rack can be replaced while powered on, without interrupting system operation.

Version Compatibility: -C/D/E/F/H pins are fully compatible, directly replacing and upgrading.

Version Differences (C/D/E/F/H)

0-57406-C: Initial version, 0-50°C, basic functions

0-57406-D: Enhanced version, 0-55°C, optimized anti-interference

0-57406-E: Wide temperature version, 0-60°C, enhanced EMC and heat dissipation

0-57406-F: Function expansion version, adding drive diagnostic function

0-57406-H: Final version, full functionality + highest stability, replacing all previous versions

Typical Applications

System: Reliance AutoMax / DCS 5000

Industry: Metallurgy, papermaking, water treatment, power, heavy machinery

Purpose: Multi-motor synchronization, inverter cluster control, high-speed production line, tension control

Installation and Maintenance Installation

Disconnect the power supply, insert the rack slot, lock the panel; connect the RS-232 programming cable.

After powering on, the OK light will be on and the digital display will show 00, indicating normal operation. The CPU will automatically identify. Maintenance

Quarterly: Check terminal fastening, status of LED / digital tube, and communication cables.

Half-yearly: Perform power-off anti-static cleaning of the panel and slots.

Replacement: For high-version devices, directly replace the low-version ones without the need to modify the program or wiring.