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Everything included for a variety
of applications
CPX-E features specic software
functions that make it highly ex-
ible in many products and solu-
tion packages from Festo, for
example in handling systems
− Parts handling
− Assembly systems
− Palletising
− Gluing, dispensing
or in a complete automation
system
− Packaging machines
(ow wrappers)
− Palletising systems
− Selective soldering systems
− Wafer handling.
Modular control system CPX-E
• High performance (dual
core 766 MHz, 512 MB RAM)
• EtherCAT master interface
• Bus slave interfaces
− PROFINET
− EtherNet/IP
• USB interface
• SD card interface
• Optional display
• CODESYS V3 as of Service
Pack 10
• Motion functions such as
SoftMotion
• UL/CSA, C-Tick, IEC Ex
certications
Highlights
Compact
and
low cost!
Powerful!
Designed as an EtherCAT
®
master controller and motion controller
with protection to IP20, the powerful automation system CPX-E for
factory and process automation with NE21-specic certications is
becoming the central control system for handling technology. Several
bus modules are available for the conguration as a compact and
low-cost remote I/O.
Powerful control
In addition to comprehensive PLC
functions right up to multiple axis
applications with interpol-ation,
the CPX-E can be easily integrated
into existing host systems. This is
made possible by the EtherCAT
®
master interface, the integrated
PROFINET device interface or the
EtherNet/IP slave interface. The
OPC UA client and server functi-
ons ensure easy integration and
interoperability in Industry 4.0
host environments with cloud
and digitalisation concepts.
System overview
Gateway CPX-IOT
Encoder
Ethernet
HMI
Third Party Products
CPX-E Remote I/O
CPX-Terminal
Safety-PLC
CPX-E-CEC
Motion Control System
Ethernet
ready for
Industry 4.0
Host PLC
2
Modular control system CPX-E – Subject to change – 2021/01
The benets of the system to you
The automation system for factory and process automation
CPX-E: the interface for many functions
As the interface between the host controller and modular automation solution, CPX-E is the point where pneumatics, electric drive technology
as well as sensors and camera systems come together. The integrated decentralised control function is realised in the decentralised network
via EtherCAT
®
masters. EtherCAT
®
is also used for the direct connection of servo drives. IO-Link
®
provides greater exibility for point-to-point
communication.
With CPX-E, you can effortlessly
combine many benets of a
control system:
• CPX-E provides a complete
answer to your tasks or those
of your customers, either uni-
versally or as a Festo system
solution.
• Standardised CODESYS
programming interface for
easy programming.
• Your engineering effort is
signicantly reduced with our
software Automation Suite
which offers integrated data
management.
• The fast way to a complete
solution: extended software
functions for achieving seam-
less integration and easy
actuation of electric drives
from Festo.
• The consistent and uniform
platform allows you to seam-
lessly combine servo technology
and stepper motor technology.
Ideal for smooth mixed opera-
tion, and an identical appear-
ance on the customer interface.
• All motion control functions are
integrated in the control system.
• High I/O component density.
• H-rail for quick and easy
mounting of the CPX-E.
IO-Link
®
valve terminal
VUVG
Gripper EHPS
Servo drive
CMMT-AS/-ST
Simplied Motion
Series