SAM Overview

The DM_RS_SAMAPI was written to accommodate reading and writing values from a Rockwell Control Processor like the Logix5550 through the Allen-Bradley 1756 ColtrolLogix chassis to iDX wich will be running on a SAM56 module. SAM is an acronym for "Special Applications Module". 56SAM enables you to easily integrate PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and PC (Personal Computer) programs in a single platform. Think of 56SAM as a PC or industrial computer that fits into the Allen-Bradley@ 1756 ControlLogixTM chassis. The differences between 56SAM and a normal PC are the added functions to better address the needs of the industrial controls user.56SAM has the ability to directly communicate with the Allen-Bradley@1756 ControlLogixTM back plane.