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Updated 2025-11-10
Intermediate

AS-i (AS-Interface)

AS-i - AS-i (AS-Interface)

Simple two-wire bus system for connecting binary sensors and actuators at lowest field level.

Key Takeaways

  • Simple two-wire bus system for connecting binary sensors and actuators at lowest field level.
  • Intermediate-level topic in Communication Protocols

Detailed Definition

Simple two-wire bus system for connecting binary sensors and actuators at lowest field level. This term is essential for understanding communication protocols in industrial automation and PLC programming.

Common Questions

What is AS-i (AS-Interface)?

Simple two-wire bus system for connecting binary sensors and actuators at lowest field level.

What are related concepts I should learn?

To fully understand AS-i (AS-Interface), you should also familiarize yourself with Modbus, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP. These concepts work together in industrial automation systems.

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Quick Info

Difficulty
Intermediate
Tier
Advanced

About Communication Protocols

Industrial networking standards and communication methods

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