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Cost savings with AS-i

The figure on the left is an example of the cost savings for one of our customers. On average, about 30% can be saved with most equipment by introducing AS-i.Though the cost of introducing AS-i devices may be higher, most 15% to 30% savings can be expected in most cases.
* Cost includes controllers, I/O devices, cables, sensors,relay boxes, etc.


Man-hour savings


The more I/O points and the higher the pay, the greater the cost savings.
The figure on the left is an example of lower man-hours for one of our customers. The man-hours include the
following:
1. Measuring cable length (tape measure)
2. Cutting cable (nipper)
3. Skinning sheath (wire stripper)
4. Attaching crimp terminal (crimping tool)
5. Connecting cable to terminal (screwdriver)
6. Checking connections

* Tools in parentheses for each task are not required for AS-i connector connection.


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