Freelance Distributed Control System (DCS)

Brand: ABB Group

Freelance is a full-fledged distributed control system that combines the advantages of DCS and PLC: the small footprint of a PLC, together with the full functionality of a DCS.

With this Freelance version we introduce a host of new features which improves the system in all areas: scalability, usability, connectivity, compatibility and security.

Freelance 2019 is a full-fledged distributed control system that combines the advantages of both worlds - DCS and PLC. 

It offers the small footprint of a PLC, together with the full functionality of a DCS. 

The integrated environment simplifies engineering, commissioning, maintenance and fieldbus management. 

ABB is going to the next big step on the success story of Freelance. 

With this new version the Freelance Distributed Control System is even more attractive than before for both new projects and its huge installed base.
Features
  • Enhanced scalability: New PM 904F expands the AC 900F controller family in the upper range
  • Improved usability: Freelance provides significant increase of efficiency for Operations and Engineering
  • More connectivity: Four (4) communication Interfaces in new AC 900F with PM 904F controller
  • Enhanced Security: New Extended User Management based on Windows User accounts
  • As a matter of course, Freelance Version 2019 still supports Freelance hardware from its first version
  • Compatibility: Freelance 2019 runs on Windows 10 and Windows 7

Specifications

Power Supply

  • PM 904F: Terminal for 24 Vdc Power Supply DC-IN +24 Vdc

Power Dissipation

  • PM 904F: Max. 18 W within the module

Current Consumption

  • PM 904F: 1 A from 24 Vdc

Inrush Current

  • PM 904F: 1.5 A at 24 Vdc

Interface

  • Serial: RS-485/422/232, Modbus RTU, IEC 60870-5-101 Telecontrol Protocol
  • Ethernet, PROFIBUS, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus TCP, Station bus (CAN bus)

Certifications & Approvals

  • GL
  • ISA-S71.04 (G3 severity level)
  • UL
  • NAMUR
  • CE

Fieldbus Type

  • Modbus TCP
  • Modbus Master and Slave
  • HART via remote I/O
  • FOUNDATION Fieldbus
  • PROFIBUS-DPV1
  • CAN for Freelance Rack I/O
  • Telecontrol Protocol IEC 60870-5
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