EVO1000EF Safety PLC Series – Compliant with IEC 61508 for Critical Control Applications
The EVO1000EF & Hi50 high-performance functional safety automation products from Inovance Technology are specifically engineered for industrial safety control scenarios. Complying with international safety standards including IEC 61508, IEC 62061, and ISO 13849, these systems achieve maximum safety levels of PL e/Category 4/SIL 3, delivering exceptional reliability and real-time performance.
Featuring redundant architecture and fail-safe mechanisms, these products support local and remote safety I/O expansion while offering a comprehensive range of functional safety modules to effectively protect equipment and personnel.
Ideal for industries with stringent machinery safety requirements including automotive manufacturing, intelligent logistics, new energy, semiconductors, and food & beverage, the EVO1000EF & Hi50 help enterprises achieve safe and efficient automated production.
- Complies with three major international safety standards: IEC 61508, IEC 62061 and ISO 13849
- Achieves maximum safety level of PL e/Category 4/SIL 3, meeting stringent industrial safety requirements
- Redundant architecture and fail-safe mechanisms ensure stable, uninterrupted system operation
- Supports local and remote safety I/O expansion for control scenarios of all scales
- Comprehensive range of functional safety modules for diverse safety control demands
- High reliability reduces equipment failure risks and guarantees production continuity
- High real-time performance enables rapid response to safety instructions
Compatible with multiple industries including automotive manufacturing, intelligent logistics, new energy, semiconductors, and food & beverage, well-suited for automated production scenarios with high safety requirements.
- Safety Standards: IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849-1, ISO 13849-2, IEC 61131-6
- Safety Integrity Level: Up to SIL 3 (IEC 61508 / IEC 62061)
- Performance Level: PL e / Category 4 (ISO 13849-1)
- International Certifications: CE, UL/cUL, UKCA, KCC, EAC, TUV Certified
- EMC Compliance: EN 61131-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3
- RoHS Compliance: EN IEC 63000
- Architecture: Redundant design with fail-safe mechanism
- Programming Environment: iFA Evolution integrated engineering platform
- Programming Languages: IEC 61131-3 compliant (Ladder Diagram, Structured Text)
- Safety Communication: CIP Safety on EtherNet/IP
- Standard Communication: EtherNet/IP, TCP/UDP
- Network Topology: Linear, star, and DLR ring network structures
- Local Expansion: Compatible with Hi50 series safety I/O and standard I/O modules
- Remote Expansion: Supports remote safety I/O expansion
- I/O Types: Digital safety I/O, analog safety I/O (current, temperature)
- Expansion: Local and remote expansion supported
- Diagnostics: Comprehensive self-diagnostic function with high diagnostic coverage
- Compatibility: Mixing of safety I/O and standard I/O modules allowed
- Supply Voltage: 24V DC or 220V AC models available
- Power Protection: Overvoltage and surge protection
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
- Protection Level: IP20 (module level)
- Vibration/Shock Resistance: Compliant with IEC 60068-2-6 and IEC 60068-2-27
- Installation: DIN rail mounting
- Housing Material: Industrial-grade flame-retardant plastic
- EMC Protection: Shielded cable support, equipotential grounding design
- Hot-Swappable: Supported for key modules (model dependent)
- Dimensions: Standard modular design for control cabinet compatibility
| Model | Core Specifications | Target Applications |
|---|---|---|
| EVO1000EF-CPU-01 | Redundant architecture + fail-safe mechanism; Supports up to 2000 safety I/O points; SIL 3/PL e/Cat.4 safety level; CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP protocol | Automotive welding lines, lithium battery electrode manufacturing, large-scale production line safety interlock control |
| EVO1000EF-CPU-02 | Redundant design; Millisecond-level response speed; DLR ring network support; Compatible with local/remote expansion; IEC 61131-6 compliant | Semiconductor manufacturing equipment, new energy battery production lines, high-precision safety control scenarios |
| Model | I/O Configuration | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Hi50-DI-16 | 16-channel digital safety input; NPN/PNP compatible | High diagnostic coverage; -20℃~+55℃ operating temperature range |
| Hi50-DI-32 | 32-channel digital safety input; Passive/active contact support | Hot-swappable design; IP20 protection level |
| Hi50-DO-8-R | 8-channel digital safety output; Relay output (Max 2A) | Fail-safe output mode; EN 61131-2 EMC compliant |
| Hi50-DO-16-T | 16-channel digital safety output; Transistor output (Max 500mA) | Fast switching response; Mixable with standard I/O modules |
| Hi50-DI8-DO8 | 8-channel digital safety input + 8-channel digital safety output | Compact modular design; Suitable for space-constrained cabinets |
| Model | I/O Configuration | Measured Signals |
|---|---|---|
| Hi50-AI-8 | 8-channel analog safety input; 4-20mA/0-10V | Temperature, pressure, flow rate measurement in safety-related loops |
| Hi50-AI-16-PT | 16-channel analog safety input; PT100 (-200~600℃) | Global first hot-swappable safety temperature module; High measurement accuracy |
| Hi50-AI-12-TC | 12-channel analog safety input; Thermocouple (B/E/J/K/N/R/S/T) | Suitable for high-temperature safety monitoring scenarios |
| Hi50-AO-4 | 4-channel analog safety output; 4-20mA/0-10V | Safety-related actuator control; Redundant signal transmission |
| Model | I/O Configuration | Application Scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Hi50-MIX-24 | 4-channel analog input + 8-channel digital input + 6-channel digital output + 2-channel analog output | Comprehensive signal acquisition/control; Ideal for intelligent logistics sorting systems |
| Hi50-EXT-BOX | Remote expansion box | Supports up to 32 Hi50 series modules; EtherNet/IP communication |
| Hi50-CABLE-5M | Shielded communication cable | 5m length; Equipotential grounding design; EMC interference resistance |
| Hi50-PWR-MOD | Power supply module | 24V DC output; Overvoltage/surge protection; Redundant power supply support |
- All models comply with IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849 international standards
- Certified by CE, UL/cUL, UKCA, KCC, EAC, TUV for global market access
- Compatible with Inovance iFA Evolution integrated engineering platform
Essential for welding lines, painting workshops, and stamping stations. Handles millisecond-level response for welding robot emergency stop interlocks, two-hand operation protection for stamping presses, and anti-pinch logic for conveyor lines. SIL 3/PL e certification required for Western automaker supplier lists.
Critical for energy storage battery module assembly lines and lithium battery electrode cutting equipment. Precisely controls safety limits for battery cell handling robots, tension safety interlocks for coating machines, and supports remote safety I/O expansion for large-scale battery factories.
Zero-tolerance applications in chip packaging, testing workshops, and semiconductor wafer handling equipment. Redundant architecture enables collision prevention for wafer transfer robots, safety door interlocks for lithography machines, and pressure safety monitoring for vacuum chambers.
Protection for automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and sorting centers. Delivers overspeed protection for stackers, path safety interlocks for AGVs, and emergency stop linkage for sorting lines. Remote expansion reduces wiring across large warehouses.
24/7 operation in dairy filling lines and beverage bottling production lines. IP20 protection and flame-retardant housing withstand humid, dusty conditions. Handles safety door interlocks, overload protection, and anti-jamming safety logic. Hot-swappable modules enable maintenance without production downtime.
Harsh condition operation for construction machinery production lines and mining equipment assembly plants. Enables swing limit protection for excavators, overload safety interlocks for cranes, and anti-deviation protection for mining conveyors. Operates reliably from -20°C to 60°C.
This product line has passed comprehensive international certifications for seamless global market access:
- EU & UK: CE certification (IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849), TUV functional safety certification, UKCA certification—no additional local testing required
- North America: UL/cUL certification meeting OSHA and ANSI standards, seamless integration with North American automation systems
- Asia-Pacific & Emerging Markets: KCC certification (South Korea), EAC certification (Eurasian Economic Union), RoHS environmental certification
Manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 quality management system standards:
- Component Selection: Core chips from internationally renowned brands with anti-static and high-low temperature aging tests
- Production Testing: 100% full-performance testing including 72-hour high-temperature operation, EMC testing, and vibration shock testing
- Environmental Adaptability: Verified for -20℃~+60℃ wide temperature operation, 5%~95% non-condensing humidity resistance, and IP20 dustproof protection
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