SNAP-PAC-SB2
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SNAP-PAC-SB2

$995.00 (USA and Canada only)

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OBSOLETE SNAP PAC Serial Brain, analog/digital

Production Specification

NOTE: This product is obsolete and no longer available.

The SNAP-PAC-SB2 brain is an I/O and communications processor for your SNAP PAC System. Designed primarily to work in distributed systems controlled by a SNAP PAC S-series controller, the SNAP-PAC-SB2 provides local intelligence that frees the controller for supervisory tasks.

As an I/O processor, the SNAP PAC brain independently handles functions such as latching, counting, thermocouple linearization, watchdog timers, and PID loop control. These functions continue to work on the brain even if communication with the SNAP PAC controller is lost.

The SNAP-PAC-SB2 brain supports all the SNAP I/O analog and digital input and output modules available on the Opto 22 website. These modules can all be mixed on the same mounting rack and placed in any position on the rack. The brain and modules mount on a SNAP PAC rack, which holds up to 4, 8, 12, or 16 modules.

In addition to I/O processing, the SNAP-PAC-SB1 brain communicates over an RS-485 serial network (2-wire or 4-wire), and multiple SB-series brains can be installed in a multi-drop (daisy-chain) configuration.

The SNAP-PAC-SB2 brain does not offer high-speed digital functions; if you need high-speed counting (up to 20 KHz), quadrature counting, pulse measurement, and frequency and period measurement, choose the SNAP-PAC-SB1 brain instead. For a complete list of features and specifications, see form #1689, the SNAP PAC Brains Data Sheet, under the Docs & Downloads tab.

Ethernet and Serial Brains [Ethernet Brains are Obsolete 3/1/22]

Power Requirements

5.0–5.2 VDC at 750 mA maximum (does not include module power requirements)

-W Models: 5.0–5.2 VDC at 1.0 A maximum (not including module requirements)

Memory

16 MB RAM

Backup battery for real-time clock

Rechargeable (recharges whenever the brain has power). 5-year life when power is off (replacement part number: SNAP-PAC-BATTERY-ML2430). (Models manufactured before August 2007 have a 3-volt CR2032 lithium battery, available in retail stores. See original user guide for replacement steps.)

Hold-down screw

Torque: 8 in-lb (0.9 N-m)

Operating Temperature

-20 to 60 °C

Storage Temperature

-40 to 85 °C

Humidity

0–95% humidity, non-condensing

Agency certifications

-EB models (except -EB-W): UL, CE, RoHS, DFARS; UKCA
-EB-W models: UL, DFARS, UKCA; U.S., FCC Part 15 Subpart C; Canada, IC RSS-210
-SB models: CE, RoHS, DFARS; UKCA
-FM models only: Factory Mutual approved

Warranty

30 months from date of manufacture

Ethernet Brains (EB) only

Wired Ethernet Net­work Interfaces

IEEE 802.3 network, 10Base-T and 100Base-TX. Automatic MDC/MDI-X crossover (Ethernet crossover cable not required for direct connection to PC). Two switched interfaces, allowing multi-drop (daisy-chain) or standard star network configuration.

Maximum Ethernet Segment Length

100 meters with Category 5 or superior UTP
For 100 Mbps at this distance, use Category 5 or superior solid UTP.

Wireless LAN interface*
  Topologies
  Security

  Frequency 802.11a
  Frequency 802.11b/g
  Transmit Power
  Antenna Connector
  Roaming

Separate IP address
Infrastructure, Ad-Hoc
802.11i: AES - Compatible with WPA2 Personal, TKIP - Compatible with WPA Per­sonal, WEP. Note: TKIP/AES security is not supported in Ad-Hoc mode.
5.180–5.24 GHz, 5.745–5.825 GHz
2.412–2.472 GHz, 2.484GHz
15 dBm maximum
Reverse polarity SMA (RP-SMA or RSMA)
Supported within an SSID (Service Set Identifier) only

Serial Brains (SB) only

Network interfaces

RS-485, 2- or 4-wire, twisted pair(s), with shield

Serial data rates

300 baud to 230.4 Kbaud

Range: Serial multidrop

32 stations maximum on a segment (including PC, controller, repeaters, and I/O units); up to 3000 ft (914 m) on a segment

Connector screw

Torque: 1.7 in-lb (0.19 N-m)

* Requires Wired+Wireless model (SNAP-PAC-EB1-W or SNAP-PAC-EB2-W)

SNAP PAC Brains Data Sheet

NOTE: Due to the unavailability of essential parts, SNAP PAC brains are obsolete and no longer available. Instead of Ethernet-based brains, use a SNAP-PAC-R1 controller/brain; it has all the same features plus additional power (and programmability, if you need it). For serial brain options, contact Opto 22 Product Support. 

SNAP PAC brains are powerful and versatile I/O and network communications processors. Designed primarily to work in distributed systems controlled by a SNAP PAC controller, SNAP PAC Ethernet brains can also be used as intelligent remote I/O for groov EPIC systems and Allen-Bradley Logix-based PLC systems.

SNAP PAC brains provide local intelligence for functions such as latching, counting, thermocouple linearization, watchdog timers, and PID loop control.

This document covers the following SNAP PAC brains:

SNAP PAC Brains User's Guide

NOTE: Due to the unavailability of essential parts, all SNAP PAC brains (EB-series) are obsolete and no longer available. Instead of Ethernet-based brains, use a SNAP-PAC-R1 controller/brain; it has all the same features plus additional power (and programmability, if you need it). For serial brain options, contact Opto 22 Product Support..

SNAP PAC brains, one of the four components of the SNAP PAC System, provide I/O processing and network communications for your distributed SNAP PAC System. SNAP PAC Ethernet brains can also be used as intelligent remote I/O in a groov EPIC system or an Allen-Bradley Logix-based PLC system.

This guide shows you how to install and use all SNAP PAC brains:

Legacy Edition, PAC Manager User's Guide

This document is the Legacy Edition of the PAC Manager User's Guide. It includes information about both SNAP PAC hardware and older hardware.

Use this guide if you are using any legacy hardware (SNAP Ultimate, SNAP Ethernet, and SNAP Simple I/O, E1 and E2 brain boards) with PAC Manager (software part number PACMANAGER).

If you are using SNAP PAC controllers and SNAP PAC brains only, use Form 1704, PAC Manager User's Guide instead of this guide.

PAC Manager User's Guide

This guide shows you how to use PAC Manager to assign IP addresses, configure I/O, and inspect and maintain Opto 22 SNAP PAC hardware. PAC Manager is part of the PAC Project Software Suite and also available separately (part number PACMANAGER).

NOTE: If you are using older Opto 22 hardware in addition to SNAP PAC controllers and brains, use the Legacy Edition of this guide, form #1714.

SNAP PAC System Specification Guide

This guide is a comprehensive introduction to the SNAP PAC System. The guide describes the system's components (software, controllers, I/O processors, and I/O); shows how to build a basic system and how to expand it; and includes installation instructions, wiring diagrams, dimensional drawings, and specifications for parts.

SNAP PAC Controller and Brain Comparison Chart

This document compares features of SNAP PAC hardware controllers (SNAP PAC S-series and R-series) and SNAP PAC brains, all part of the SNAP PAC System.

NOTE: Due to the unavailability of essential parts, all SNAP PAC brains are obsolete and no longer available. Use rack-mounted controllers instead of Ethernet-based brains. For serial brain options, contact Opto 22 Product Support.

SNAP PAC System Product Guide

This document lists and describes all current Opto 22 SNAP PAC System part numbers, including PAC Project software, SNAP PAC controllers, and SNAP I/O modules of all kinds. SNAP PAC mounting racks and SNAP power supplies are also listed.

SNAP PAC Controllers and Brains Firmware README

This README file lists revision changes made to the firmware used in SNAP PAC S-series, R-series, and SoftPAC controllers; SNAP PAC EB-series and SB-series brains; and G4EB2 and G4D32EB2 brains.

SNAP PAC I/O Coprocessor Firmware README

This README file lists changes to the I/O coprocessor firmware available in rack-mounted Opto 22 controllers and brains manufactured starting in 2016.

I/O coprocessors can be present in the SNAP PAC R-series controllers, and in SNAP PAC EB-series and SB-series brains. Instructions to find out if your device has an I/O coprocessor are included in this README and in the PAC Manager User's Guide.

NOTE: The following products manufactured with I/O coprocessors have firmware R3.0a; you do not need to update the firmware in these products at this time:

  • SNAP-PAC-EB1
  • SNAP-PAC-EB1-W
  • SNAP-PAC-SB1
  • SNAP-PAC-SB2

OptoMMP Protocol Guide

This guide is for programmers who are writing custom applications to communicate with Opto 22 memory-mapped devices. These devices include groov EPIC processors; groov RIO modules; SNAP PAC controllers and SNAP PAC EB and SB brains; G4EB2 brains; SNAP Ultimate, SNAP Ethernet, and SNAP Simple I/O; E1 and E2 brain boards, and SNAP-LCE controllers.

The guide describes how to use the IEEE 1394-based OptoMMP memory-mapped protocol for programming. The guide also contains the complete memory map for all Opto 22 memory-mapped devices.

NOTE: This guide replaced previous individual programming guides for SNAP Ultimate I/O (form #1312) and SNAP Ethernet I/O (form #1227). This document was formerly called the "SNAP Ethernet-Based I/O Units Protocols and Programming Guide."

UKCA Declaration of Conformity (EMC, LVD, RoHS)

This document is the Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity for the products listed herein, in accordance with the rules, regulations and standards of the United Kingdom. The models cited have been tested to the essential requirements listed in the Standards section, and fully comply with the legislation as listed in UK Legislation section.

Declaration of Conformity (EMC, LVD, RoHS)

This document is the Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity for the products listed herein, in accordance with European, international, and/or national standards and regulations.

Replacing the SNAP PAC Rechargeable Battery Technical Note

Several SNAP PAC controllers and brains contain a rechargeable backup battery. The battery recharges whenever the brain has power and retains data for an extended period of time with the power off.

You should never have to replace this battery, but if you do, this technical note shows you how.

Quick Guide: Troubleshooting Info from SNAP PAC Systems

This technical note provides a quick guide about diagnostic files to collect and send in to Opto 22 Product Support for analysis when troubleshooting a SNAP PAC System.

Updating the Loader on a SNAP Device

It is rarely necessary to update the loader in a SNAP PAC controller or brain, but if you need to, this document shows you how. If you have questions, contact Opto 22 Product Support.

I/O Solutions for Temperature Monitoring (Chinese)

This document is written in Chinese.

This white paper describes various temperature sensors such as RTDs, thermocouples, ICTDs, thermistors, and infrared sensors, and the Opto 22 solutions for using them.

Primer: I/O Solutions for Temperature Monitoring

This primer describes various temperature sensors such as RTDs, thermocouples, ICTDs, thermistors, and infrared sensors, and the Opto 22 solutions for using them.

Opto 22 RoHS 3 Statement of Compliance - Restriction of Hazardous Substances

This document is a statement of compliance with the EU Directive 2015/863/EU, Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 3). This document lists Opto 22 products that comply with the substance restrictions of the RoHS 3 directive.

CE Declaration: Component

This document is the Manufacturer's Declaration for the listed products as mentioned in the attachment - to which this confirmation refers - that they are in accordance with the mentioned European, international and/or national standards and regulations.

CE Declaration: Low Voltage

This document is the Manufacturer's Declaration for the listed products as mentioned in the attachment - to which this confirmation refers - that they are in accordance with the mentioned European, international and/or national standards and regulations.

Firmware for all SNAP PAC products

Firmware for all SNAP PAC products (single download).

See the README document for information on changes and fixes in the current version of this product's firmware.


Selecting the Correct Version of PAC Manager to Install Firmware


To install firmware, use the most recent release of PAC Manager (you can download the latest version from the Opto 22 website). Older versions of PAC Manager cannot install certain levels of firmware on controllers and brains shipped after certain dates or with certain versions of firmware currently installed on them. The following sections explain which versions of PAC Manager can install which versions of firmware for the indicated hardware.

 

SNAP PAC R-series Controllers


Some SNAP-PAC-R1 controllers shipped after August 26, 2024 require firmware R10.5g (or higher) and new bootloader firmware. For instructions on identifying these controllers, review the README document.

SNAP R-series controllers shipped after February 22, 2022 shipped with new Ethernet components, PAC firmware R10.4d (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. For more information about minimum firmware requirements and installation requirements, review the README document.

SNAP R-series controllers shipped after April 2, 2018 shipped with new flash components, PAC firmware R9.5g (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. Lower versions of firmware are not compatible with these controllers. For instructions on recovering controllers that are accidentally installed with lower versions of firmware, review the README document.

 

SNAP PAC S-series Controllers


SNAP S-series controllers shipped after February 22, 2022 shipped with new Ethernet components, PAC firmware R10.4d (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. For more information about minimum firmware requirements and installation requirements, review the README document.

SNAP S-series controllers shipped after April 2, 2018 shipped with new flash components, PAC firmware R9.5g (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. Lower versions of firmware are not compatible with these controllers. For instructions on recovering controllers that are accidentally installed with lower versions of firmware, review the README document.

 

SNAP PAC Ethernet and Serial Brains


Some EB and SB brains shipped after April 2, 2018 shipped with new flash components, PAC firmware R9.5g (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. Lower versions of firmware are not compatible with these controllers. For instructions on recovering controllers that are accidentally installed with lower versions of firmware, review the README document.

 

SoftPAC


For SoftPAC firmware version R9.4c (or lower): To upgrade to firmware version R9.5a (or higher), you must install SoftPAC from the PAC Project installation file to update SoftPAC Monitor, then you can update the firmware. For instructions, see KB86020.

SNAP-PAC-SB2 Brain Firmware

This download contains current firmware for the SNAP-PAC-SB2 brain. Current firmware for all SNAP PAC brains and controllers is available in a single download here.

See the README document for information on changes and fixes in the current version of this product's firmware.


Some EB and SB brains shipped after April 2, 2018 shipped with new flash components, PAC firmware R9.5g (or higher), and new bootloader firmware. Lower versions of firmware are not compatible with these controllers. For instructions on recovering controllers that are accidentally installed with lower versions of firmware, review the README document.


 

CAD Drawing: SNAP-PAC-SB2 Brain

This CAD file includes drawings for the SNAP-PAC-SB2 brain, which provides distributed control on a serial link for the SNAP PAC System.

Video: SNAP PAC System Overview

This overview describes the four integrated components of the SNAP PAC system: software, controllers, brains and I/O. This hardware and software system is designed for industrial control, remote monitoring and data acquisition.

Video: I/O Solutions for Temperature Monitoring

A quick overview on I/O Solutions for temperature monitoring.

Video: Using SNAP PAC System with Ethernet/ IP

A quick overview of how any device using the EtherNet/IP protocol from Allen-Bradley can communicate with Opto 22 SNAP PAC controllers and brains. More info: IO4AB