Product Specification: B&R 3NC154.60-2 (NC154.60-2) 3-Axis Positioning Module

1. General Information

• Manufacturer: B&R Industrial Automation

• Part Number: 3NC154.60-2 (Commonly referenced as NC154.60-2)

• Alternative Part Number: 3NC154602

• Product Type: High-Performance 3-Axis Positioning / Counter Module

• Product Series: B&R 2005 Series (PLC Counter & Positioning Modules)

• Certifications: CE Certified

• Product Status: DISCONTINUED BY MANUFACTURER (Legacy product, available as new/old stock or refurbished)

2. Core Description

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Motion Control Core

• Controlled Axes: 3 independent axes

• Processor: 32-bit high-performance controller

• Counter Input Frequency: Max. 150 kHz (high-speed incremental encoder input)

• Encoder Type Support:

  • Incremental encoders: A/B quadrature, pulse/direction

  • Absolute encoders (via supported interfaces)

• Encoder Supply Voltage: Selectable 5 VDC or 24 VDC for encoder power

3.2 Integrated I/O Interfaces

• Digital Inputs: 5 x 24 VDC discrete inputs

  • Purpose: Home reference, limit switches, enable, and travel limits

• Relay Output: 1 x Form-C relay output

  • Rating: 24 VAC / 24 VDC

  • Purpose: Axis ready, fault, or general-purpose alarm signaling

• Analog Output: 1 x Analog output channel

  • Signal Range: ±10 VDC

  • Resolution: High-resolution (12-bit or better)

  • Purpose: Control signal for analog servo drives

• Isolation: Full galvanic isolation between field I/O, encoder circuits, and the PLC backplane bus.

3.3 Electrical & Power Characteristics

• Bus Interface: B&R 2005 system backplane (local I/O bus)

• Power Supply:

  • Module Logic Power: Derived from backplane (24 VDC)

  • Field/Encoder Power: Separate 24 VDC (recommended)

• Power Consumption: Approx. 3.5 W (typical)

• Input Filtering: Built-in surge protection and noise filtering for industrial environments.

3.4 Physical & Environmental Characteristics

• Form Factor: Standard B&R 2005 module (single-width)

• Weight: Approx. 0.82 kg (1.81 lbs)

• Mounting: Standard DIN-rail mounting

• Cooling: Natural convection cooling

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C

• Storage Temperature: -20°C to +60°C

• Relative Humidity: 5 – 95% RH, non-condensing

• Vibration/Shock: Conforms to IEC 60068-2-6 (vibration) & IEC 60068-2-27 (shock)

• Protection Rating: IP20 (front face)

• Housing Material: Flame-retardant ABS plastic

3.5 Status Indicators

• Module Status LED: Power, Run, and Fault diagnostics

• Axis Status LEDs: Individual LEDs for each axis (Active, Error)

• I/O Status LEDs: Indicators for digital inputs and outputs

4. Key Features & Benefits

• 3-Axis Independent Control: Manages three fully independent motion profiles simultaneously, maximizing machine productivity.

• High-Speed Performance: 150 kHz input handling ensures precise position capture even at high axis velocities.

• Versatile Encoder Compatibility: Supports both 5V and 24V encoders, incremental and absolute types, for flexible system design.

• Integrated Drive Interface: On-board ±10V analog output eliminates the need for an external analog module for servo control.

• On-Board I/O: Dedicated inputs for home/limits and a relay output for alarms streamline wiring and reduce component count.

• 32-Bit Precision: Delivers superior computational accuracy for complex motion profiles and interpolation.

• Industrial Robustness: Full galvanic isolation protects the PLC from field-side electrical faults, ensuring reliable operation in harsh environments.

• Seamless Integration: Plugs directly into B&R 2005 series racks, ensuring compatibility and easy programming via B&R Automation Studio.

5. Typical Applications

• Packaging Machinery: Film positioning, cutting, sealing, and labeling axes.

• Material Handling: Pick-and-place robots, conveyor synchronization, and positioning gantries.

• Machine Tools: Precise axis control for milling, drilling, and grinding machines.

• Textile Machinery: Yarn positioning, tension control, and cutting operations.

• Printing & Converting: Web tension control, register mark positioning, and cross-cutting.

• Assembly Automation: Component insertion, fastening, and multi-axis assembly stations.

• Legacy System Upgrade: Direct replacement for existing NC154 series modules in B&R 2005 control systems.

6. Compatibility

• Controller Compatibility: B&R 2005 series CPUs (e.g., CP200, CP300, CP400).

• Backplane/Rack Compatibility: Standard B&R 2005 local bus racks.

• Software Compatibility: Fully programmable using B&R Automation Studio software with dedicated motion control function blocks.

• Encoder Compatibility: Incremental (A/B, pulse/dir) and SSI/Biss absolute encoders.

7. Reliability & Support

• Design Life: Engineered for continuous 24/7 industrial operation.

• Warranty: Manufacturer's warranty expired (discontinued). Third-party suppliers typically offer a 1–2 year warranty.

• Product Lifecycle: Legacy product; support is focused on replacement, repair, and system maintenance.

• Availability: Primarily available through specialized industrial automation suppliers offering new surplus or refurbished units.