Pico Controllers
Overview
Small, Simple, and Flexible. The Allen-Bradley Pico controller performs simple logic, timing, counting, and real-time clock operations. For enhanced functionality and performance, the Pico GFX adds the use of a graphic display while offering advanced programming features like PID control, a high speed counter, and Boolean sequences. Splitting the difference between a timing relay and a low-end PLC, the Picos are ideal for relay replacement applications where simple control applications such as building, HVAC, and parking lot lighting, and applications in which cost is a primary design issue. The Picos were designed with ease-of-use in mind. All programming and data adjustments can be done via the on-board keypad and display, or with Allen-Bradley
PicoSoft and PicoSoft Pro programming software.
Pico Controllers
The Standard Pico family of controllers offers a number of small, simple and flexible controllers to meet a wide variety of applications. Now improved and enhanced, the Pico line provides you with even more versatility.
The Allen-Bradley Pico controller performs simple logic, timing, counting, and real-time clock operations. Splitting the difference between a timing relay and a low-end PLC, the Pico controller is ideal for relay replacement applications, simple control applications such as building and parking lot lighting, and applications in which cost is a primary issue. Designed with ease of use in mind, all programming and data adjustments can be done via the on-board keypad and LCD display, or with
PicoSoft™ configuration software.
Available as 120V/240V ac, 24V ac, as well as 12V and 24V dc versions
Dc and analog inputs
Up to 38 I/O points when an I/O expansion module is connected to an 18-point controller
EEPROM memory
Password security
Simple math
Real-time clock
Text display
PicoSoft programming software
UL, CSA, or C-UL CE
Pico Series B — Replaces Series A
The Pico Series B controllers are equipped with faster processor speeds and an expanded memory, resulting in three times the ladder logic capacity and twice the number of function blocks than previously available. The new line of controllers also features backwards-compatible programming, improved display functionality and additional power supply options. The Pico Series B line of controllers includes an increased retentive memory range, enabling the controllers to be used in applications that require up to 128 lines of ladder logic. The controllers also have additional coil functions, and enhanced clock and seasonal time configurations.
14 NEW and 9 updated controllers with:
New Power Supply Offerings — 24 V ac
I/O configurations
Display options
DeviceNet Communications Module
Remote Mounting CPU for Text Messaging Pico GFX and Pico Standard
Pico GFX Controllers
With its graphical, multi-function display and options for inter-connectivity, the Pico GFX represents the future of nano-controllers. It leads the Pico family of controllers in flexibility and capability.
Simple Control with HMI Functionality
With its multi-function display, the new Pico GFX controller adds more flexibility and capability to the Pico family of Allen-Bradley controllers. The GFX displays text, date, time, and even your own custom bitmaps. These graphics can be used as operator interface, or linked to control operations to provide real-time feedback. This controller offers an attractive and practical design with an IP65 display on the outside of your panel, and the controller and I/O conveniently housed within the panel. The 70 mm graphic display is backlit for readability. Even the keypad buttons are illuminated for use in low light conditions. The controller may also be attached to a DIN rail when the display unit is not required.
Small. Simple. Flexible.
The new Pico GFX follows the same format as its Pico family members. Keep it small, simple, and flexible. Output text, message text or fault messages, graphics, pictures, operating instructions, date, time, and more. In addition, you can acknowledge fault messages, enter values, initiate actions, and more. Programming is performed via the use of the display buttons or with new
PicoSoft Pro programming software.
Applications
The new Pico GFX services existing Pico applications such as: Machine Control, Commercial Lighting, Agricultural, Vessel Control, HVAC Systems, and Packaging and Material Handling. In addition, the Pico GFX can be used for control functions such as speed and valve control, using new math instructions and embedded analog inputs and output.
Key Features
Graphic display
Modular design
Analog and digital I/O
Expandable to 272 points
Ladder Logic programming with onboard keypad and/or PicoSoft Pro software
Button lighting
IP65 rating
10 Language Menu-Assistance
Control with P, PI, and PID controllers
Simple, tool-free installation in 22.5 mm mounting holes
On-board data enry and programming with the display buttons
New PicoSoft Pro software (for HMI and controller programming)
Use a Bitmap file from the pre-existing library in PicoSoft Pro, or import your own
Control with HMI
The Pico GFX multi-function system features an integrated control device. The core of this is a nano controller with an extended range of function blocks such as PID controllers, signal smoothing and pulse width modulation function blocks, and many more. The processor allows 32-bit operations, which provide machine builders a wide range of solutions for complex closed-loop control tasks.
The visualization function allows users to create screens, for which the Pico GFX provides a number of tools and display elements that can be assigned different attributes. Possible elements include static texts, message texts, graphics, numerical value or date displays in different formats, value inputs or bit displays. The text management supports multi-lingual displays.
This form of language management is an example of a fully developed visualization system. All the variables of the control device are directly available for visualization and can be used for controlling display elements, for outputs, and for data inputs.
Choose between discrete and analog I/O offerings.
Pico GFX expansion and Connectivity
Connect up to eight GFX controllers using the new GFX proprietary Pico-Link intraconnectivity network to provide more points of I/O and to peer into the process. Use this connectivity to access information/data from one processor to/from the others linked on the network. All processors can be accessed via one or more graphic display units. Giving users the ability to peer into the process.
Using the serial connection cable allows users to exchange and view data andprogramming from one Pico GFX controller to one other GFX controller.
Use the existing Pico expansion modules to increase I/O options.
Simple and Expansive Modularity
The Pico GFX is easily fitted using two standard 22.5 mm drill holes. The components for the power supply and the optional inputs/outputs simply snap on the back of the display. The processor can also be mounted to a panel or DIN rail for use without the HMI.
Accessories
The GFX accessories allow you to customize your GFX. Handle more tasks and/or upload-download applications by using the 1760-MM3 memory module. This module provides another 256 K of memory for the GFX controller. Other items include the programming cable, serial cable, PicoSoft Pro software, the protective membrane, and the protective cover.
