> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.industrialpmr.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Edge Hardware Nodes Overview

> Specifications, terminal interfaces, and installation standards for the ipmr223m-v1 and ipmr226 industrial IoT controllers.

Industrial PMR edge controllers are purpose-built industrial hardware units designed to operate reliably inside machine electrical control cabinets and harsh factory environments.

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## Edge Device Models

Industrial PMR consists of **strictly two device models**, representing the evolution of our edge monitoring technology:

| Device Model | Classification | Power Analyzer | Primary Capabilities & Target Machinery |
| :- | :- | :- | :- |
| **`ipmr223m-v1`** | **Older, Simpler Production Node** | ❌ **No Power Analyzer** | Dedicated digital cycle and stroke counting. Uses optoisolated limit switch/proximity inputs for piece counts, basic CT current sensing for run/idle state detection, RTC timestamping, and offline flash ring-buffering. |
| **`ipmr226`** | **New & Refined Flagship Controller** | ✅ **Integrated 3-Phase Power Analyzer** | Advanced edge controller combining digital stroke/pulse counting with an integrated high-precision 3-phase power analyzer (true RMS line-to-line/neutral voltages, phase currents, active kW, reactive kVAR, power factor, frequency Hz, and cumulative kWh). |

> [!NOTE]
>
> The `ipmr223m-v1` is ideal for machines requiring purely operational cycle counting, stroke timing, and run/idle status. The `ipmr226` is the refined all-in-one standard for heavy machinery (such as injection molding machines, presses, and extruders) where comprehensive 3-phase electrical monitoring and production output must be captured simultaneously in a single unit.

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## Physical Enclosure & Terminal Interfaces

Both models are housed in standard 35mm DIN-rail mountable, flame-retardant industrial enclosures. Below are the physical terminal configurations for each model:

### 1. `ipmr223m-v1` (Older, Simpler Node)

Designed for streamlined machine cycle counting with minimal cabinet wiring footprint:

| Terminal Header | Label / Pin | Electrical Specification | Field Equipment Connection |
| :- | :- | :- | :- |
| **Power Input (Top)** | `L, N` | 85–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz | Machine 230 VAC auxiliary control circuit or dedicated 2A fuse. |
| **Digital Inputs (Bottom)** | `IN1, GND` | 5–24 VDC Optoisolated (2.5 kV) | Primary mold close limit switch or inductive proximity sensor. |
| | `IN2, GND` | 5–24 VDC Optoisolated (2.5 kV) | Part ejection photo-eye or secondary stroke switch. |
| **Current Sense (Bottom)** | `CT-RUN, GND` | Analog Split-Core CT Input | Machine motor conductor for run/idle load threshold detection. |

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### 2. `ipmr226` (New, Refined Controller with Integrated Power Analyzer)

Engineered for simultaneous 3-phase energy auditing and comprehensive production monitoring:

| Terminal Header | Label / Pin | Electrical Specification | Field Equipment Connection |
| :- | :- | :- | :- |
| **3-Phase Potential (Top)** | `L1, L2, L3, N` | Up to 480 VAC line-to-line, True RMS | Direct 3-phase potential via dedicated 3-pole 2A/6A MCB. |
| **Current Clamps (Bottom)** | `CT-R, CT-Y, CT-B, GND` | Multi-phase split-core CT leads | Non-invasive CTs clamped around main motor phase lines ($R, Y, B$). |
| **Digital Inputs (Bottom)** | `IN1, IN2, IN3, GND` | 5–24 VDC Optoisolated (2.5 kV) | Multi-channel machine cycle, ejector stroke, and scrap sensor leads. |
| **Auxiliary Output (Bottom)** | `RLY-COM, RLY-NO` | Form-A Dry Contact (250 VAC, 5A) | Automation interlock, andon tower light, or shutdown relay. |

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## External Wiring Standards

### Digital Machine Pulse & Cycle Inputs (Both Models)

* **Sensor Compatibility**: Accepts standard 5V to 24V DC PNP/NPN proximity sensors, optical photo-eyes, or mechanical limit switches.
* **Optoisolation**: All digital inputs feature 2.5 kV optical isolation to safeguard internal logic circuitry from factory ground loops and inductive spikes.
* **Wiring**: Connect the sensor switched signal lead to `IN1` (or `IN2`) and the sensor reference return to `GND`.

### 3-Phase Power Analyzer Connections (`ipmr226` Exclusively)

* **AC Voltage Sensing (`L1, L2, L3, N`)**:
  * Tap off downstream of the main machine isolator through a dedicated 3-pole 2A or 6A miniature circuit breaker (MCB).
  * Phase lines $L1 (R)$, $L2 (Y)$, $L3 (B)$, and Neutral ($N$) enable continuous line-to-neutral and line-to-line true RMS voltage monitoring.
* **Current Transducers (`CT-R, CT-Y, CT-B`)**:
  * Clamp split-core CTs around the insulated phase conductors supplying the machine load or main motor.
  * **Orientation**: Ensure the directional arrow on each CT points toward the load (machine), away from the supply breaker.
  * Connect the CT secondary leads to the corresponding terminals (`CT-R`, `CT-Y`, `CT-B`) and common `GND`.

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## Diagnostic LED Status Indicators

Both edge controllers feature front-panel multi-color diagnostic LEDs for rapid visual inspection:

| LED Label | State | Diagnostic Meaning | Action Required |
| :- | :- | :- | :- |
| **PWR** | Solid Green | Internal power supply stable (85–264 VAC active). | Normal operation. |
| **WIFI** | Rapid Blink Blue | Scanning / connecting to configured plant Wi-Fi SSID. | Awaiting router association. |
| | Solid Blue | Wi-Fi connected with valid local IP address. | Normal operation. |
| | Slow Blink Amber | Wi-Fi disconnected; local offline flash buffering active. | Check plant access point or RSSI. |
| **MQTT** | Solid Green | Secure TLS connection active to `mqtt.industrialpmr.com`. | Normal telemetry streaming. |
| | Blink Orange | Broker reconnecting / authentication in progress. | Automatic recovery underway. |
| **STATUS** | Toggle Flash | Machine cycle pulse registered on digital input (`IN1`/`IN2`). | Confirms valid stroke counting. |

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## Physical Installation Guidelines

1. **Power Isolation**: Always de-energize and lock out the machine main electrical panel before opening the cabinet doors.
2. **DIN Rail Placement**: Mount the node on a standard 35mm DIN rail with a minimum 50mm clearance from high-frequency Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and heavy contactor coils to prevent inductive electromagnetic interference (EMI).
3. **Antenna Routing**: For steel electrical cabinets, route the external high-gain antenna through an enclosure knockout to ensure strong Wi-Fi signal propagation (-65 dBm or better).
4. **BLE Commissioning**: Follow the [BLE Provisioning Guide](https://docs.industrialpmr.com/hardware/ble-provisioning.md) to configure plant Wi-Fi credentials from a mobile phone or tablet without connecting physical serial cables.


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