The MLC-16R is a fully Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) with distributed intelligence. Each controller has its own processor and makes its own decisions. Ladder logic programming is stored in every controller to perform as a smart (S)PLC. It’s flexible, dependable and easy to program. The advantages here are simple. Because every controller has its own processing power, the system can continue to grow without losing performance. This also brings the single point of failure down to one controller.
The Echelon communications network provides fast peer-to-peer communications between controllers; where one controller can control other controllers on the same network. The family of products includes a variety of input and output controllers fully programmable and fully compatible with its sister product, the MAC-4R Access Controller.
The MLC-16R supports 16 single-pole, double throw Form-C contacts rated at 120 VAC, 30 VDC @ 6 amps. The rugged construction provides 5 amp fusing for every relay with traces sized for 10 amps. 125 VAC. LED status indicators provide visual status of the point. Up to 7 controllers can be rack mounted in the ENC-RM enclosure.
In short, this is an Echelon PLC relay controller.
