Setting Up a Sensor Network with the Analog Expansion Hub AEH-100

AEH-100, an analog expansion hub from BinMaster, has been designed to ease the setup of a sensor network. It offers an easy solution by connecting analog sensors to a BinCloud gateway which provides access to software via the Cloud.

The AEH-100 can ideally be used to upgrade a prevailing sensor system to a Cloud-based network. It enables scalability when linking analog devices to one BinCloud^® gateway. This supports hundreds of hubs linked to a single client or gateway. The AEH-100 is used to accept analog inputs from sensors that can be read by a client through TCP or RS-485.

Applications

Inventory can be monitored using BinView^® software

An existing system can be upgraded to the Cloud

Up to 16 analog sensors can be connected to BinCloud^® through the BinCloud^® gateway

The AEH-100 can be daisy-chained to the BinCloud^® gateway through RS-485

Costs can be controlled by eliminating hardware and subscription costs

Features

A simple all-in-one installation package eases setup

Accommodates either 8 or 16 analog inputs

Can be used with existing sensor systems

Includes 24 VDC onboard to power sensors or sensor loops

Can be used with wireless options, including the BinCloud^® gateway

Multiple AEHs can be linked to BinCloud^® gateway

Works with Chiyu BF-430 universal serial device to allow an IP/Ethernet network

Links to a broad range of BinMaster or other sensor brands

Transmits data to BinView^® inventory management software

Can be used with WL-19 and WL-20 wireless transceivers to reduce wiring

Highly scalable for large facilities with several vessels and sensors

Power distribution blocks are available for routing and connecting wiring

Specifications

Input power: 120–240 VAC

Output power supply: 24 VDC

Inputs: Up to 16 analog inputs

Sensor support: Two-wireor four-wire analog

Hub support: Hundreds of hubs linked to a single gateway or client

Communication: RS-485 or TCP

Sensor compatibility: Any 0–20 mA, 4–20 mA, or -20–20 mA capable sensor

Sensor Brands: BinMaster brand or sensors made by other manufacturers

Temperature: Standard industrial range of temperatures

Enclosure: 13.2″ x 11.2″ x 7.7″, weather-resistant, mounting brackets are included