• Schneider TM221C16U Controller - M221 16IO TR.NPN

Schneider TM221C16U Controller – M221-16IO TR.NPN

Overview: The Schneider TM221C16U Controller is an advanced programmable logic controller (PLC) designed for precise and reliable control in industrial automation applications. As part of the M221 series, this controller offers exceptional performance with its 16 digital input/output (I/O) channels, featuring NPN transistor outputs. It is engineered to meet the demands of modern automation systems, providing a versatile and robust solution for a wide range of control tasks.

Key Features:

  • Digital I/O Configuration: The TM221C16U is equipped with 16 I/O channels, including 8 digital inputs and 8 NPN transistor outputs. This configuration allows for flexible integration and control of various field devices and sensors.

  • High-Speed Processing: With its powerful processing capabilities, the TM221C16U ensures fast and accurate execution of control algorithms and real-time responses, enhancing the efficiency of your automation processes.

  • Versatile Communication Options: The controller supports multiple communication protocols, including Modbus, which facilitates seamless integration with other Schneider Electric devices and third-party systems. This ensures easy connectivity and interoperability within your automation network.

  • Compact and Robust Design: The compact form factor of the TM221C16U makes it ideal for space-constrained installations. Its robust construction ensures reliable operation in demanding industrial environments, with protection against dust and moisture.

  • User-Friendly Programming: Schneider's M221 series controllers are compatible with the EcoStruxure Machine Expert (formerly SoMachine) programming software. This intuitive software provides a graphical programming environment, simplifying the development of control applications and reducing programming time.

  • Enhanced Diagnostics: The TM221C16U features advanced diagnostic capabilities, allowing for real-time monitoring and troubleshooting of system performance. This helps in maintaining system uptime and reducing maintenance costs.

  • Energy Efficiency: Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the TM221C16U controller minimizes power consumption while delivering high performance, contributing to overall operational cost savings.

Applications:

The Schneider TM221C16U Controller is ideal for a variety of industrial automation applications, including:

  • Manufacturing Processes: Efficiently manage and control manufacturing equipment and processes, ensuring optimal performance and quality.
  • Packaging Systems: Integrate with packaging machinery to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
  • Building Automation: Oversee and control HVAC systems, lighting, and other building services for improved energy management and operational efficiency.
  • Material Handling: Coordinate conveyors, lifts, and other material handling equipment to optimize logistics and workflow.

Specifications:

  • Model: TM221C16U
  • Series: M221
  • I/O Channels: 16 (8 digital inputs, 8 NPN transistor outputs)
  • Communication Protocol: Modbus
  • Programming Software: EcoStruxure Machine Expert
  • Protection Rating: IP20
  • Dimensions: Compact design suitable for limited space

Why Choose Schneider TM221C16U:

Choosing the Schneider TM221C16U Controller ensures you benefit from Schneider Electric’s renowned quality and reliability in industrial automation. With its robust features, user-friendly programming, and versatile communication options, this controller is an excellent choice for enhancing the performance and efficiency of your automation systems.

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Main
range of product
Modicon M221
product or component type
Logic controller
[Us] rated supply voltage
24 V DC
discrete input number
9 discrete input conforming to IEC 61131-2 Type 1 including 4 fast input
analogue input number
2 at input range: 0...10 V
discrete output type
Transistor
discrete output number
7 transistor including 2 fast output
discrete output voltage
24 V DC
discrete output current
0.5 A
Complementary
discrete I/O number
16
number of I/O expansion module
<= 4 for transistor output
<= 4 for relay output
supply voltage limits
20.4...28.8 V
inrush current
<= 35 A
power consumption in W
<= 10 W at 24 V with max number of I/O expansion module
<= 3.9 W at 24 V without I/O expansion module
power supply output current
0.325 A at 5 V for expansion bus
0.15 A at 24 V for expansion bus
discrete input logic
Sink or source (positive/negative)
discrete input voltage
24 V
discrete input voltage type
DC
analogue input resolution
10 bits
LSB value
10 mV
conversion time
1 ms per channel + 1 controller cycle time for analog input
permitted overload on inputs
+/- 30 V DC for analog input with 5 min maximum
+/- 13 V DC for analog input permanent
voltage state 1 guaranteed
>= 15 V for input
voltage state 0 guaranteed
<= 5 V for input
discrete input current
7 mA for discrete input
5 mA for fast input
input impedance
4.9 kOhm for fast input
3.4 kOhm for discrete input
100 kOhm for analog input
response time
35 µs turn-off operation for input; I2...I5 terminal
5 µs turn-on operation for fast input; I0, I1, I6, I7 terminal
35 µs turn-on operation for input; other terminals terminal
5 µs turn-off operation for fast input; I0, I1, I6, I7 terminal
100 µs turn-off operation for input; other terminals terminal
5 µs turn-on, turn-off operation for output; Q0...Q1 terminal
50 µs turn-on, turn-off operation for output; Q2...Q3 terminal
300 µs turn-on, turn-off operation for output; other terminals terminal
configurable filtering time
0 ms for input
12 ms for input
3 ms for input
discrete output logic
Negative logic (sink)
current per output common
3.5 A
output frequency
100 kHz for fast output (PWM/PLS mode) at Q0...Q1 termnal
5 kHz for output at Q2...Q3 termnal
0.1 kHz for output at Q4...Q6 termnal
absolute accuracy error
+/- 1 % of full scale for analog input
leakage current
0.1 mA for transistor output
voltage drop
<= 1 V
mechanical durability
>= 20000000 cycles for transistor output
tungsten load
<= 12 W for output and fast output
protection type
Without protection
memory capacity
256 kB for user application and data RAM with 10000 instructions
256 kB for internal variables RAM
data backed up
256 kB built-in flash memory for backup of application and data
data storage equipment
2 GB SD card optional
battery type
BR2032 lithium non-rechargeable, battery life: 4 yr
backup time
1 year at 25 °C by interruption of power supply
execution time for 1 KInstruction
0.3 ms for event and periodic task
execution time per instruction
0.2 µs Boolean
exct time for event task
60 µs response time
maximum size of object areas
8000 %MW memory words
255 %C counters
512 %KW constant words
255 %TM timers
512 %M memory bits
realtime clock
With
clock drift
<= 30 s/month at 25 °C
regulation loop
Adjustable PID regulator up to 14 simultaneous loops
positioning functions
Position PTO 2 axe(s) pulse/direction mode (100 kHz)
Position PTO 1 axe(s) CW/CCW mode (100 kHz)
function available
PLS
PWM
Frequency generator
counting input number
4 fast input (HSC mode) (counting frequency: 100 kHz), counting capacity: 32 bits
counter function
Single phase
Pulse/direction
A/B
integrated connection type
USB port with connector mini B USB 2.0
Non isolated serial link "serial 1" with connector RJ45 and interface RS485
Non isolated serial link "serial 2" with connector RJ45 and interface RS232/RS485
supply
Serial serial link supply at 5 V 200 mA
transmission rate
1.2...115.2 kbit/s (115.2 kbit/s by default) for bus length of 15 m - communication protocol: RS485
1.2...115.2 kbit/s (115.2 kbit/s by default) for bus length of 3 m - communication protocol: RS232
480 Mbit/s - communication protocol: USB
communication port protocol
USB port : USB protocol - SoMachine-Network
Non isolated serial link : Modbus protocol master/slave - RTU/ASCII or SoMachine-Network
local signalling
1 LED green for SD card access (SD)
1 LED red for BAT
1 LED green for SL1
1 LED green for SL2
1 LED per channel green for I/O state
1 LED red for module error (ERR)
1 LED green for PWR
1 LED green for RUN
electrical connection
Mini B USB 2.0 connector for a programming terminal
Terminal block, 3 terminal(s) for connecting the 24 V DC power supply
Connector, 4 terminal(s) for analogue inputs
Removable screw terminal block for inputs
Removable screw terminal block for outputs
cable distance between devices
Shielded cable: 10 m for fast input
Unshielded cable: 30 m for output
Unshielded cable: 30 m for digital input
Unshielded cable: 1 m for analog input
Shielded cable: 3 m for fast output
insulation
500 V AC between fast input and internal logic
Non-insulated between inputs
Non-insulated between analogue inputs
500 V AC between output and internal logic
500 V AC between input and internal logic
Non-insulated between analogue input and internal logic
marking
CE
mounting support
Top hat type TH35-15 rail conforming to IEC 60715
Top hat type TH35-7.5 rail conforming to IEC 60715
Plate or panel with fixing kit
height
90 mm
depth
70 mm
width
95 mm
product weight
0.558 kg

Environment
standards
EN/IEC 60664-1
EN/IEC 61131-2
EN/IEC 61010-2-201
product certifications
CSA
IACS E10
DNV-GL
ABS
cULus
EAC
RCM
LR
environmental characteristic
Ordinary and hazardous location
resistance to electrostatic discharge
4 kV on contact conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-2
8 kV in air conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-2
resistance to electromagnetic fields
10 V/m ( 80 MHz...1 GHz) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-3
3 V/m ( 1.4 GHz...2 GHz) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-3
1 V/m ( 2...2.7 GHz) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-3
resistance to magnetic fields
30 A/m 50/60 Hz conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-8
resistance to fast transients
2 kV for power lines conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4
2 kV for relay output conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4
1 kV for Ethernet line conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4
1 kV for serial link conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4
1 kV for I/O conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4
surge withstand
2 kV for power lines (AC) in common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
2 kV for relay output in common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
1 kV for I/O in common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
1 kV for shielded cable in common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
0.5 kV for power lines (DC) in differential mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
1 kV for power lines (AC) in differential mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
1 kV for relay output in differential mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
0.5 kV for power lines (DC) in common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5
resistance to conducted disturbances
10 Vrms (0.15...80 MHz) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-6
3 Vrms (0.1...80 MHz) conforming to Marine specification (LR, ABS, DNV, GL)
10 Vrms (spot frequency (2, 3, 4, 6.2, 8.2, 12.6, 16.5, 18.8, 22, 25 MHz)) conforming to Marine specification (LR, ABS, DNV, GL)
electromagnetic emission
Conducted emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 power lines (AC), 0.15...0.5 MHz : 79 dBμV/m QP/66 dBμV/m AV
Conducted emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 power lines (AC), 0.5...300 MHz : 73 dBμV/m QP/60 dBμV/m AV
Conducted emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 power lines, 10...150 kHz : 120...69 dBµV/m QP
Conducted emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 power lines, 1.5...30 MHz : 63 dBμV/m QP
Radiated emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 class A 10 m, 30...230 MHz : 40 dBμV/m QP
Conducted emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 power lines, 150...1500 kHz : 79...63 dBμV/m QP
Radiated emissions conforming to EN/IEC 55011 class A 10 m, 200...1000 MHz : 47 dBμV/m QP
immunity to microbreaks
10 ms
ambient air temperature for operation
-10...55 °C for horizontal installation
-10...35 °C for vertical installation
ambient air temperature for storage
-25...70 °C
relative humidity
10...95 % without condensation in operation
10...95 % without condensation in storage
IP degree of protection
IP20 with protective cover in place
pollution degree
<= 2
operating altitude
0...2000 m
storage altitude
0...3000 m
vibration resistance
3.5 mm (vibration frequency: 5...8.4 Hz) on symmetrical rail
1 gn (vibration frequency: 8.4...150 Hz) on symmetrical rail
3.5 mm (vibration frequency: 5...8.4 Hz) on panel mounting
1 gn (vibration frequency: 8.4...150 Hz) on panel mounting
shock resistance
147 m/s² (test wave duration:11 ms)

Schneider TM221C16U Controller - M221 16IO TR.NPN

  • Brand: Schneider
  • Product Code: TM221C16U
  • Availability: 1000

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