iMCC Overview

Model 6 iMCCs feature the same overall structure and unit features as Model 6 Motor Control Centers with additional “intelligent” capabilities. Two popular methods for configuring Model 6 iMCCs to customize your application are:

• iMCC-Hardwired I/O: PLC Interwiring

• iMCC-Network: Network Cabling

iMCC-Hardwired I/O: PLC Interwiring

This method offers a hardwired I/O system in the Model 6 MCC that provides basic information and control capabilities. With the I/O mounted in the MCC, the starters are wired to the I/O at the Schneider Electric manufacturing plant, and the system is tested prior to shipment.

iMCC-Network: Network Cabling

A key feature of our iMCC-Network solution is the integration of intelligent devices and device level networks for control and automation that delivers improved performance. Popular network protocols such as CANopen, DeviceNet™, Ethernet, Modbus™, and PROFIBUS communicate directly to every unit of the iMCC for an effective method of connecting centralized control to widely distributed I/O.

Networking allows for easy monitoring of critical data of each motor or load connected to the iMCC, enabling precise process control at all times. With this information, your staff can respond to potential problems proactively. Real-time access to information and records of last events allows for simplified diagnostics and reduced downtime.

The network cabling consists of a solution that is appropriate for your selected communication network. Our industry-leading, full-depth wireway effectively separates network cabling from high voltage cabling. Additionally, our standard wireway barrier isolates the communication cabling from the load cabling routed in the vertical wireway.