Why Choose Yokogawa’s e-RT3 and FA -M3 Over Standard PLCs?

In the realm of industrial automation, choosing the right controller can make a significant difference in the efficiency, flexibility, and performance of your systems. While standard Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) have been the go-to for many years, their limitations are becoming increasingly apparent in today's fast-paced industrial environments. Yokogawa's e-RT3 and FA offer advanced alternatives that address these limitations and provide superior performance and capabilities.

The Limitations of Standard PLCs

• Programming Limitations: Standard PLCs often have limited programming capabilities. While they can be programmed in languages like C and C++, the available numerical calculation and analysis libraries are often insufficient for complex tasks.
• Variable Performance: The performance of standard PLCs can vary widely, with differing speed performance and update rates. This inconsistency can affect the reliability and responsiveness of your control systems.

The Yokogawa e-RT3 and FA Advantage

• Advanced Programming Options:
  • Python and C/C++ Support: The e-RT3 offers the flexibility of programming in Python and C/C++, with access to powerful libraries that enhance its capabilities. This makes it ideal for complex computational tasks and data analysis.
  • AI Development Environment: The e-RT3 includes a development environment for artificial intelligence (AI), allowing for the integration of AI algorithms to optimize and enhance control processes.
• Exceptional Performance:
  • High-Speed Processing: The FA-M3 is one of the fastest industrial controllers on the market, capable of executing 100,000 steps per millisecond. This speed ensures rapid response times and efficient processing, critical for high-performance industrial applications.
• A Versatile and Powerful Platform:
  • ​Modular and Flexible Architecture: The e-RT3 and FA are part of a versatile controller family that can be configured for various control architectures, including:
    • PAC (Programmable Automation Controller)
    • Decentralized Controller
    • Centralized Controller
  • Diverse I/O Options: The platform supports multiple I/O options, allowing for comprehensive data acquisition and control:
    • Digital Inputs & Outputs
    • Analog Inputs & Outputs
    • Data Acquisition (DAQ) Modules
    • Temperature Sensors
  • Advanced Control Capabilities: Outputs from the e-RT3 can be controlled via standard PID functions or AI-supported algorithms, providing precise and adaptive control solutions.
  • Real-Time Operating Systems: The e-RT3 supports several Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), including Linux and VxWorks. This ensures robust, real-time performance for critical applications.

The FA Controller

While the e-RT3 offers advanced capabilities for complex applications, the FA controller provides a more traditional sequence-based PLC with ladder logic. However, it stands out by being significantly faster than most other controllers on the market, ensuring reliable and swift execution of control sequences.
 

Conclusion:

Also be sure to check out the following blogs:

• Why Choose Yokogawa’s e-RT3 Over a Standard Single Board Computer?
• Why Choose Yokogawa’s e-RT3 Over Standard Measuring Devices?
• Why Choose Yokogawa’s e-RT3 Linux-Based Model Over Standard Industrial PCs?