AutoBlocks™ Control Block mini

Hardware Specifications

Form Factor
•Dimensions: Standard 19” x 4U Rack Mount
•19”W X 10”L x 7” H  
•Weight: ~15 lbs.

Power Supply
•Voltage Input: 120 VAC or 240 VAC
•Amperage Input: 2A at 120VAC or 1A at 220V 
•24V Bus (12 terminals) Power Output: 6A /145W
•0V Bus (12) terminals
•Protection: Overvoltage, short circuit, and reverse polarity protection.

Connectivity

External Ports  
•(3) RJ45 
•(1) USB 2.0 for file management
•(1) DB15 for HMI teach pendant with integrated e-stop circuit.
•M12/5 (2) Light curtains
•M12/4 (1) Light Tower
•M12/8 (1) Primary Door Switch
•M12/8 (1) 7 Safety inputs/24V
•M12/8 (1) 5 safety outputs/1 AUX output.
•12 Pin Connectors (4) - 1 inputs/1outputs/1 24VDC/1 0VDC

Communication Protocols 
•Ethernet/IP
•MODBUS TCP
•CANopen/CANLayer2
•MQTT Client

I/O Standard Model 
•10 digital inputs 
•2 analogue Inputs
•10 transistor outputs
•2 Relay outputs
•Expandable up to 2048 points.

I/O Analogue Model  
•8 digital inputs 
•4 analogue Inputs
•6 transistor outputs
•2 Relay outputs
•3 analogue outputs
•Expandable up to 2048 points.

Other
•SQL Client
•WEB Server
•E-Mail & SMS
•VNC
•FTP server/client
•GPRS

Safety Features
•Safety Controller: Integrated Programmable Safety Controller  
•Ple, Category 4, SIL3 Safety Standards
•Plug and play safety devices - light curtain, door interlocks, remote E-stop, light tower, and other safety devices
•Customizable programming
•Safety event tracking  
•Remote Emergency Stop Circuit: Remote E-stop port to connect field devices.  
•Interlocks: Plug and play magnetic door interlock/switches. HMI password controlled. 
 
Mechanical and Environmental Specifications
•Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C  
•Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C  
•Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)  

Software & Control Capabilities

Software Packages
•Control Block comes pre-loaded with choice of AutoCode or TurnCode.
•AutoCode -  software package for generalized automation control
•TurnCode - software package specializing in modular rotary control
•Custom Interfaces – Limited custom Interfaces are available with NRE.

AutoCode Programming Environment – Linear Control Made Simple
•Table-based command structure compatible with PLC and CAM programming  
•Supports custom commands and developer environment. 
•Supports AI-generated AutoCode for fast programming  
•Recipe Programming: Integrated recipe management for production line reconfiguration
•Machine Master and up to (6) Slave device AutoCode control.

Turn Code Programming Environment – No Code Modular Rotary Control 
•Modular Rotary System Support: Controls up to 8 stations with configurable 2, 4, or 8-position setups.
•No-Code Configuration: Simplifies programming with an intuitive, point-and-click interface.
•Error Handling and Diagnostics: Includes real-time error detection, fault history, and troubleshooting tools.
•Integration: Fully compatible with Autoblocks HMI and teach pendant for seamless operation.
•Applications: Ideal for assembly lines, inspection stations, filling operations, and other indexed rotary tasks.
•Efficient Automation: Enhances the Autoblocks Control Block’s capabilities for scalable, multi-station rotary control.

HMI/Teach Pendant Interface
•10.1-inch-high resolution capacitive touch screen HMI interface.
•Supports integration of other web interfaces.
•Integrated E-Stop
•Supports VNC/Remote connectivity
•Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity

System Integration

Modularity 
•Compatible with all types of robots.
•Flexible device integration through Auto-code or drag and drop ladder logic for complex machine control  
•Expandable I/O and motor controls for future scalability

Supported Devices

AutoBlocks Smart Actuators
•Precision Ball Screw Actuators +/- 0.005mm up to 2000mm
•Belt Drive Actuators +/- 0.05mm up to 3000mm
•Customizable Cartesian Gantries available.

EPSON Robots
•EPSON Robots are plug & play with simple device selection on the HMI.
•EPSON robot program templates with extensive handshake and error handling prebuilt.

Universal Robots
•UR robots are plug & play with simple device selection on the HMI.
•UR CAPP with extensive handshake and error handling prebuilt.

Vision Systems
•Keyence IV3/4
•Keyence VS
•Zebra FS/VS
•Cognex
•Custom devices supported

Servo Drives & VFDs
•AutoBlocks Smart Servo Drives & VFDs come plug & Play
•Third Party Servo Drives & VFDs available.

Safety
•Keyence GS Door interlocks
•Keyence Light Curtains
•Banner Light Towers
•Custom devices supported

Cloud
•Customizable Cloud Machine monitoring dashboard
•Remote Support
•Remote Software Customization and Support.

Other Devices
•Control Block is simple to configure for any discrete I/O device
• High-level communication devices are simple to add with NRE or development.

Integrator Support
The Autoblocks Control Block Mini is targeted at integrators and machine builders seeking a cost-effective, highly configurable, and easy-to-program machine controller. Its plug-and-play capabilities and AI-driven AutoCode functionality reduce the need for extensive programming, making it ideal for medium-complexity machines in industries such as automotive, electronics, medical devices, and precision assembly.

Overview
The Autoblocks Control Block is a robust general-purpose controller that effortlessly combines logic and safety into a single, streamlined platform. It supports up to 6 slave devices and their peripherals. Motion is integrated with external power and drives. Offering no-code integration simplifies the management of diverse industrial robots, vision systems, safety devices, and sensors, making it accessible even for those with limited programming experience. Its modular, flexible design allows for seamless scalability, from small batch processes to fully automated production lines, making it the perfect solution for a wide range of industrial automation requirements. Additionally, the Autoblocks platform includes the AB+ product line, offering highly compatible motors, actuators, and gearboxes that further enhance system versatility and expand automation capabilities across multiple applications.