Rockwell Automation IASIMP Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Accelerator Toolkit Quick Start - Manual (Page 21)

Rockwell Automation Publication IASIMP-QS034A-EN-P - October 2012 21
Architecture and Hardware Selection
Chapter 1
Rockwell Automation Product Selection Toolbox
The Rockwell Automation Product Selection Toolbox
(PST) offers a complete suite of user tools for product
selection and configuration across product lines from
project conception through final design. From push
buttons to drives to motor control centers and fully
networked control systems, you’ll find the product
information and configuration assistance you need to
help you and your customers succeed with Rockwell
Automation.
• Provides access to information on a broad range of
Allen-Bradley® products and services
• Easy product selection interface to make it a snap to
determine the exact catalog numbers for the item
you need
• Access to current list pricing, and a comprehensive
supplemental product information list
• Contains features, such as product selection wizards,
agreement pricing, a spare parts generator, and the
ability to separate part numbers to see what
Rockwell Automation components comprise them
• All of these features and more can help you select
the correct product based on your requirements and
give your customers the information they need fast
• Lets you quickly develop Logix/NetLinx control
system configurations with BOM and reports
• Integration with configurator allows configuration
of PowerFlex drives and ArmorStart motor
controllers
• Motion control drive/motor combinations and
accessories can be added through links to Motion
Analyzer software
• New Ethernet capabilities include Stratix™ switches
and physical media with enhanced graphical views
• IAB output can be easily exported to ProposalWorks
to take advantage of extended proposal generation
features, and supplementary data
Product Selection & System Design Tools
• Assists the user in selecting correct motor for application, proper drive, and gearbox
(if required)
• Effective optimization capabilities allow user to get the most out of the selected
motor and drive combination
• Allows users to have the most up-to-date applications, product, price, and
supplementary information
• All programs are scheduled for update every three weeks
• Assists in crossing competitive part numbers to Rockwell Automation equivalents
• Gives users the ability to submit crosses directly to PST and they will provide a cross or users
can go to: ab.com/e-tools and look up existing cross references in the database
• Allows you select product 3D CAD drawings in AutoCAD software
• Provides you with access to thousands of drawings for a wide range of Allen-Bradley
products as well as assistance configuring catalog numbers
• Helps you configure Motor Control System starters for rated motor voltages from 230…690V
• Program provides the correct catalog number, wiring diagram, and layout drawing for starters
of your choice
• Provides assistance in selecting and dimensioning all of required busbar rack components
• Simplifies the design of custom terminal block rails
• Allows you to select and place terminal blocks on mounting rail along with
specifying labeling of terminal blocks, locating jumper bars between blocks,
automatically selecting end barriers, and partition plates
• Intuitive software application designed specifically for configuring Motor
Control Centers
• User friendly interface helps reduce error and enables customers to get their
MCCs quickly