Overview
Perfect for smaller, machine-level control applications
 CompactLogix brings together the benefits of the Logix platform — common programming environment, common networks, common control engine — in a small footprint with high performance. Combined with Compact? I/O, the CompactLogix? platform is perfect for tackling smaller, machine-level control applications, with or without integrated motion, with unprecedented power and scalability. CompactLogix is ideal for systems that require standalone and system-connected control over EtherNet/IP?, ControlNet?, or DeviceNet?. Think every place you need economical, reliable control.
The family of CompactLogix controllers can provide:
- high functionality in an economical platform
- rackless I/O for flexible installation
- packaged controller forms to lower costs and simplify configuration
- analog, digital and specialty modules that cover a wide range of applications
- advanced system connectivity to EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, and DeviceNet Networks
- truly integrated motion control capability
With a user memory ranging from 512K to 3Mb, CompactLogix controllers offer integrated serial (integrated RS-232-C ports for SCADA, ASCII, or peer-to-peer communication), EtherNet/IP or ControlNet channels, modular DeviceNet communications and local I/O capacity that can range from 3 to 30 I/O modules.
Using CompactLogix controllers on EtherNet/IP or ControlNet networks, you have the means to cost-effectively integrate a simple machine or application into a plant-wide control system. For example, you can use a CompactLogix 1769-L23E, L32E or L35E controller to connect a suite of scalable products, such as the Allen-Bradley PanelView? Plus operator interface, POINT I/O?, and the PowerFlex? 70 drive, for a full-scale integrated solution. Both ends of the architecture provide a direct link from real-time production information to manufacturing quality or execution systems (and back again), providing a more accurate view of plant operations and more control options than ever before to achieve this integration.
Use CompactLogix for small- to medium-size axes solutions. Typically, these applications are machine-level control applications with motion axes, I/O requirements and network connectivity requirements. Using the 1768-L43 controller with the 1768-M04SE SERCOS adapter module for motion control of SERCOS drives provides a truly integrated motion control solution at an economical price. Add an optional 1768-ENBT communication module for EtherNet/IP communications for plant-wide control.
For advanced real-time control and information capabilities:
- Connect to an Ethernet network through the integrated port on the CompactLogix 1769-L23E or 1769-L35E controller or by using our EtherNet/IP interface (1761-NET-ENI). The 1761-NET-ENI EtherNet/IP interface is a less expensive alternative means of connection that provides peer-to-peer and program upload/download capabilities
- Connect to a ControlNet network through the integrated port on the 1769-L32C or -L35CR controllers
- Connect any CompactLogix controller to a DeviceNet network using the 1769-SDN module
- L2x Configuration diagram
- L3x Configuration diagrams
- L43 Configuration diagram
Controller
 CompactLogix controllers integrate easily with other members of the Logix family of controllers and are programmed using RSLogix 5000, just like other members of the Logix controller family. So, if you are also running ControlLogix, you can easily duplicate and scale existing programs to run on CompactLogix.
CompactLogix networked controllers integrate an EtherNet/IP or ControlNet connection and are designed to meet the challenge of demanding applications. The CompactLogix EtherNet/IP family of controllers includes the 1769-L23E, 1769-L35E and the 1769-L32E. The CompactLogix ControlNet family of controllers includes the 1769-L35CR and the 1769-L32C.
Standalone Controllers
CompactLogix is also ideal for systems that require standalone control. For cost-effective sequential and process machine control applications, consider the 1769-L23 family of packaged controllers or 1769-L31 controllers. For low-axis count motion control applications, consider the 1768-L43 (up to 4 axes) or the 1768-L45 (up to 8 axes).
CompactLogix controllers offer:
- High-performance CPU
- Designed to meet demanding applications
- Significant performance and capacity
- Extensive I/O capacity, throughput, and functionality
- Cost-effective, rackless I/O
- Control distributed I/O via EtherNet/IP or ControlNet
- Seamless bridging with data control and collection over the same network
- Front-accessible, removable CompactFlash
- Integrated motion
- Sequential, process and motion in a single programming environment
- SERCOS drives interface
Applications
You can select among several CompactLogix controllers to scale your CompactLogix system perfectly with your application. These CompactLogix controllers take full advantage of the power and flexibility of CompactI/O, rackless I/O modules offering superior functionality and high value at an extremely competitive price. With both analog and digital modules available, the CompactLogix platform is easily integrated into systems with a variety of input and output requirements.
Sample applications include:
Distribution
CompactLogix can be used in diverse distribution applications such as automated storage and retrieval, cargo handling and automated sortation. CompactLogix can seamlessly integrate with ControlLogix to provide a cost-effective alternative in process areas that do not require the increased capabilities of ControlLogix.
- CompactLogix is an excellent choice to start and stop conveyors, control traffic at merge points, redirect packages at divert points, and control a wide assortment of OEM machines such as palletizers and accumulators.
- Since CompactLogix is part of the Logix family, you can standardize on a single control platform (Logix) for a diversity of application requirements, thus minimizing training, support and maintenance costs.
Material Handling
CompactLogix has the power to help material handlers meet the challenges of deploying materials efficiently and effectively throughout the supply chain. CompactLogix is a cost-effective solution throughout the material handling process — from raw material through work-in-process to completion and shipment.
CompactLogix provides:
- a true integration of logic and motion control. Use one controller and one software package to seamlessly integrate control, power and mechanics.
- a scalable, flexible, and modular off-the-shelf solution to economincally modernize your material handling process.
- equipment that can be successfully and cost-effectively used for control of rollerbed conveyors or towveyors, and mobile equipment including transfer vehicles, elevated transfer vehicles, lifts and hoists, and stacker cranes.
Packaging
CompactLogix helps food, beverage, and many other packaging companies to meet the challenges of today's rapidly changing and highly competitive market. The system meets the stringent quality control standards required by a wide range of packaging processes.
CompactLogix provides:
- automatic drive configuration over SERCOS at power-up. This allows for drives to be powered-up right out of the box with little configuration by the user. Programming is simplified as well with the use of virtual axes that provides superior master coordination between the X-Axis and Z-Axis.
- products to handle stand alone or plant-integrated packaging machines
- a versatile platform that supports any combination of local or distributed I/O
- specialty products that simplify your design, configuration, and installation process
SCADA/RTU
CompactLogix is a cost-effective and powerful solution for many SCADA-based industries - waste water, oil and gas, and government municipalities -- and effectively meets the challenges of managing diverse remote control applications.
CompactLogix provides:
- a seamless yet affordable local and remote communications and control via an advanced SCADA support.
- a SCADA solution that not only puts the remote site report data at your fingertips, but also provides affordable remote communications and control, minimizing the likelihood of remote site issues.
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