Product Details
Product Description
The MVI56-BAS module from ProSoft Technology is a BASIC communication interface designed for Allen Bradley ControlLogix systems. It provides a programmable environment using the BASIC-52 language, enabling custom logic development and seamless integration with ControlLogix processors.
Key Specifications
-
Manufacturer: Allen Bradley / ProSoft Technology
-
Model: MVI56-BAS
-
Part Number: MVI56-BAS
-
Product Type: BASIC Communication Module
-
Product Line: ControlLogix
-
Weight: 3.00 lbs (1.36 kg)
-
Slot(s): Single slot
-
Rack Type: Local or remote installation supported
-
Data Transfer Method: Ladder Logic integration
-
RAM: 24,064 bytes
-
Programming Language: BASIC-52
-
Program Backup: Easy BASIC support for program storage and recovery
-
Shock Resistance: 30 g operational
-
Backplane Current Load: 800 mA @ 5 VDC
-
Operating Temperature: 0–60°C (32–140°F)
-
Storage Temperature: –40–85°C (–40–185°F)
-
Relative Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing
Core Features
-
BASIC-52 programming language support for custom application development
-
Easy BASIC backup for program recovery and portability
-
Ladder Logic integration for seamless processor communication
-
Compact single-slot design for ControlLogix racks
-
Industrial-grade durability with shock resistance and wide temperature range
Application Scenarios
-
Development of custom communication protocols for ControlLogix systems
-
Integration of non-standard devices requiring BASIC programming logic
-
Industrial automation setups needing flexible communication modules
FAQ
-
Q: What programming language does the MVI56-BAS support? A: BASIC-52, with Easy BASIC backup functionality.
-
Q: How much RAM is available? A: 24,064 bytes of onboard RAM.
-
Q: Can the module be installed in remote racks? A: Yes, it supports both local and remote rack configurations.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
- 30-Day Refund Guarantee: Return any in-stock item within 30 days in original, unopened packaging for a full refund (excluding shipping and fees).
- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
- Worldwide Shipping: We ship via USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL. Delivery times vary by country and may be subject to customs or import fees.
- Support & Contact: Technical and warranty assistance is available anytime. Contact us here: Contact.
- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
Tech & Buying Guide
Human-Machine Interface Design: Essential Guide to HMI Selection, Visualization, and Control System Integration
Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) serve as the primary operational window into complex industrial automation systems. Modern HMIs convert raw machine data into clear graphical displays, enabling operators to oversee entire manufacturing processes in real time. Instead of relying on physical control panels full of hardwired switches, engineers program interactive screens using intuitive graphics, dynamic color coding, and responsive touch interfaces. Over my 15 years in control systems engineering, I have observed HMIs transform from basic display screens into sophisticated command centers that drive operational efficiency across DCS and PLC environments.
Understanding Safety Relays in Industrial Automation: Architecture, Operation, and Functional Safety
Standard electromechanical relays provide basic electrical isolation between low-voltage control circuits and high-power output loads. A traditional switching relay features a magnetic coil driving mechanical Common (COM), Normally-Open (NO), and Normally-Closed (NC) contacts. However, standard relays pose severe functional risks when deployed in critical safety interlock circuits. High current inrush or mechanical wear can weld contacts together permanently. If contact welding occurs in an emergency stop circuit, pressing the button fails to halt hazardous machinery movements. Consequently, global functional safety standards prohibit standard relays for critical machine guarding functions.
Mastering Wire Identification in Industrial Automation: The Power of Ferrules and Cross-Ferruling
Proper wire labeling forms the cornerstone of reliable control system installation and long-term maintenance. In complex industrial automation environments, technicians terminate thousands of conductor ends inside control panels, marshalling racks, and field junction boxes. Ferrules serve as individual tube-shaped sleeve markers slipped onto conductors before final termination. While technicians historically relied on pre-printed individual letter rings, modern control panel builders utilize automated ferrule printing machines. These thermal-transfer printers generate durable, single-sleeve heat-shrink tags directly matching approved wiring schematics, significantly accelerating cabinet assembly workflows.