Rapid Link 4.
0
Distributed, Electronic Drive System
Rapid Link 4.0
Brings your
Materials Handling
Efficiently Up To Date
Product Information
RAMO and RASP 4.0
Rapid Link 4.0 is intelligent and modularly
expandable – e. g. for demanding conveyor
technology at airports and in logistics
Rapid Link 4.0 – The New
Generation of Flexibility
Standardized installation, Plug and Play parametric programming
directly on site and networked communication – these are the
demands placed on modern drive engineering. Eaton delivers a
modern answer with the distributed electronic drive system Rapid
Link 4.0. With its flexible power spectrum, its simple handling and
its intelligent programming options, this new motor starter and
frequency inverter generation is the first choice for all kinds of
conveying technology applications.
One form factor for all
versions and tasks
• Quicker planning through
installation design simplicity
• Upgrades, exchange
and modifications are
cost-effective with little
installation effort
• Flexible routing of the energy
and motor cables
• No derating of the electrical
characteristics with side-
mounting
• Controls and heat sink always
Variable mounting – for demand-driven installation in the optimum position
The tailored solution for RASP is available in various All motor starters up to 3 kW motor starters and frequency
every application power classes for different are- as well as all frequency inver- inverters can be exchanged
as of application. A version with ters up to 2.2 kW feature the by one another when you are
Whether its an airport, indus-
a device fan is available for am- same square form factor and extending the installation.
trial manufacturing or logistics:
bient temperatures of 55 °C. consequently feature identical
The new Rapid Link 4.0 drive This simplifies installation,
mounting dimensions. Only a
system has the tailored soluti- Versatility on a square: speeds up commissioning and
single fixing bracket type is
on for every conveying engin The new enclosure concept reduces costs.
required for the entire Rapid
eering environment.
Eaton makes the installation Link 4.0 range. Rapid connection
All variants of the compact and the expansion of Rapid
Incomer flexibility is provided Plug-in connection cables with
electronic motor starter RAMO Link 4.0 particularly simple and
with attachment from the left, standardized sockets reduce
and the frequency inverter efficient with a unique and
right, top or bottom. And the wiring effort and support
RASP feature a common foot- flexible enclosure concept.
because the dimensions and the simple installation concept
print for total installation flexi
connections are identical, the for material handling systems.
bility. The frequency inverter
Rapid Link 4.0 quickly and cost-effectively
adapts to conversions and modifications,
e. g. in industrial manufacturing and
distribution logistics.
New, easily accessible repair and
maintenance switch
Safe setting to
automatic or manual mode
Setting for
forward or reverse
Serial RJ 45 interface
for direct communication
(with RASP) as well as DIP switch
Plug and Play plug connections:
M12 ASI interface
Sensor input 1
Actuator output/fan supply
Sensor input 2
Optional input
Energy/motor cable connections
(left, bottom, right possible)
Comprehensive diagnostics
using coloured LEDs
Practice-oriented optimiza- Reliable maximum With its degree of protection available as a version with
tion – the new functionality performance IP 65, the electronic drive sys- integrated braking resistor
tem Rapid Link 4.0 can also (chopper).
Whether electronic or frequency- All devices stand out with their
be operated non-enclosed,
control, Rapid Link 4.0 optimizes improved electrical values. The RASP also supports any
distributed and directly on the
the handling during installation speeds with variable accelera
The service life of the electro conveying system in harsh
and operation with new design tion and delay.
nic starter of the RAMO 4.0 has industrial environments, which
features.
almost tripled in comparison to significantly enhances the The RASP can switch from U/f
The starters are optionally avail the predecessor version – with flexibility of the installation control to speed control. And
able with an integrated, lockable up to 10 million switching ope- configuration. thanks to its own on-board intel-
switch disconnector. For main- rations at 3 kW. Even the hourly ligence, reoccurring sequences
Autonomous, distributed
tenance purposes the Rapid switching frequency has been can, for example, be permanent
intelligence
Link 4.0 unit and motor can be enhanced to over 3,000. ly stored, which considerably
quickly and safely disconnected The new generation of fre reduces the software engineer
from the electrical power source. quency inverter RASP is also ing requirement in the PLC.
Performance Features
Overview
Electronic motor starter RAMO 4.0
Technical highlights
The new motor starter of the RAMO 4.0 series provides electronic direct-on-line
and reversing start of three-phase motors in manual and automatic operation.
The electronic overload protection can be set with a DIP switch. Full motor
protection is achieved in conjunction with temperature sensor evaluation.
The variants with an integrated manual override switch allow fast and safe
current interruption for diagnostics and maintenance work on the motor.
External switchgear, e. g. solenoid valves, can be controlled directly via the
optional actuator output (24 VDC). A further option is the integrated, electronic
brake control for motor brakes.
Product features
Common frame sizes for power ratings from 0.3 to 3.0 kW (at 400 V, 50/60 Hz).
New, square enclosure concept for maximum flexibility on site.
Cable connections from the left, right or bottom are possible –
with the same fixing holes for the device.
Increased service life of up to 10 million switching operations.
Up to 3000 switching cycles per hour at 2.2 kW.
Operating and ambient temperature up to +55°C, without derating.
High degree of protection IP 65.
Frequency controlled motor starter RASP 4.0
Technical highlights
The new RASP 4.0 series supports any speeds with variable acceleration
and braking ramps via the integrated frequency inverter module.
It is thus ideal for demanding conveying engineering applications
in distribution logistics, at airports and the packaging industry.
Cyclic program sequences can be programmed with fixed frequencies and
they can be stored in the module, reducing the load on the PLC.
Product features
Common frame sizes for power ratings up to 2.2 kW (at 400 V, 50/60 Hz).
Performance classes available with 0.75 kW, 1.1 kW, 1.5 kW and 2.2 kW.
New, square enclosure concept for maximum flexibility on site.
Cable connections from the left, right or bottom are possible – without
modifying the fixing of the device.
Frequency-controlled motor speeds from 0 to max. 320 Hz.
Electronic motor protection with adjustment ranges.
Monitoring of thermistor and motor cable.
Operating and ambient temperature up to +40°C, without derating.
High degree of protection IP 65.
Optional external fan unit for extended temperature range up to +55°C,
without derating.
Rapid Link 4.0 is the robust, reliable
drive system under all operating conditions –
e. g. in logistics centres
Networked
Communication
The serial RJ 45 frequency inverter interface directly opens two
communication paths: comprehensive and comfortable using a
Notebook or faster and more portable with an external keypad.
Configuration and copying of parameters, even from device to
device, as well as the display of setpoint and actual values and
reading of the alarm memory are possible at any time on site.
Comfortable and convenient – configuration with the Always there, ready to use – the Rapid Link 4.0 external
user-friendly MAX-Connect PC software keypad with non-volatile memory
Current measured values such Parameters that have been With the new Rapid Link 4.0 and an extremely compact and
as motor current or frequency saved can be edited “offline” external keypad, parameters light design, the Rapid Link 4.0
are clearly graphically displayed without the frequency inverter. are copied to any number of external keypad becomes an
in real-time. devices on site using the irreplaceable companion in
The comfortable comparison Plug and Play principle – even the field.
function allows quick and clear simpler and faster installation This does not just apply for
ergonomic reproduction of of distributed drive engineering installation and commissioning,
modified parameter settings. is hardly possible. but also during regular opera
With its non-volatile parameter tion of the installation.
memory, the simple handling
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