Delta Launches CODESYS-Based AX-300N and AX-324N PLC Controllers Compatible with AS Series IO Portfolio #industrynews

Simplified programming, support for multiple communication protocols for industrial control systems

AX-300N

Delta is introducing the compact, mid-range AX-300N and AX-324N PLC controllers. These AX-3 series
controllers offer a CODESYS development environment to enable intelligent industrial automation
applications. Compatibility with Delta AS Series IO products and support for a broad range of industrial
communication protocols including PLCopen v1.0 function blocks, Ethernet/IP, and OPC UA server ensure
compatibility across a wide range of automation applications such as packaging, food and beverages,
ceramics, textiles, and energy.


For distributed RIO or conventional setups
The new PLC controllers expand Delta’s product portfolio, offering customers more options both for
conventional control systems with I/O capabilities integrated into the controller as well as distributed remote input/output (distributed RIO) setups.


The AX-300N is a cost-effective solution that provides compatibility with the complete Delta AS-Series IO
portfolio. It’s well-suited to distributed RIO environments which can offer considerable advantages including savings on cabling, easier scalability, and greater system design flexibility.
For conventional installations, the AX-324N offers 16 integrated digital inputs, 8 digital outputs, and 6 HSC channels at 200 kHz. Both models provide dual Ethernet ports with support for EtherNet /IP (scanner/adapter) and OPC UA server.

AX-324N

High-performance CPU and broad protocol support
With the most recent update, the high-performance CPU inside both the AX-300N and AX-324N provides
support for FTP/SFTP, MQTT, Profinet Slave and IOLink communications protocols. These communications
features now make it possible to import third-party CODESYS.


Faster time-to-market with DIADesigner-AX
DIADesigner-AX software integrates CODESYS into Delta’s DIAStudio software platform. The environment
provides support from the planning stage through execution and commissioning. It simplifies the
implementation of both simple and complex motion control, including single- and multi-axis movements,
gearing, ECAMs and interpolation. It also helps to ensure compliance with international standards such as
IEC 61131-3 and PLCopen. Software developers will benefit from integrated tools including an oscilloscope, simulator, and CAM editor.


The AX-300N and AX-324N at a glance
High performance processing with high data capacity and execution speed
AS module compatibility for access to Delta’s comprehensive IO portfolio
Support for major fieldbus technologies simplifies integration of 3rd-party devices
Cost-effective access to CODESYS-based motion control


The AX-300N and AX-324N PLCs are now available throughout the EMEA region.