• Schneider TM221C24R Controller M221 – 24 I/O Relay PLC

Schneider TM221C24R Controller M221 – 24 I/O Relay

Overview: The Schneider TM221C24R Controller, part of the M221 series, is a highly versatile and efficient programmable logic controller (PLC) designed for a broad range of industrial automation applications. This robust controller is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in both simple and complex control tasks, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring reliable and scalable control solutions.

Key Features:

  • 24 I/O Relay Channels: The TM221C24R is equipped with 24 relay I/O channels, providing ample flexibility for interfacing with a wide range of digital input and output devices. This comprehensive I/O configuration supports various automation tasks, from basic on/off control to more intricate process management.

  • Enhanced Processing Power: With a powerful processor at its core, the TM221C24R ensures rapid execution of control commands and complex algorithms. This efficiency enhances overall system performance and responsiveness.

  • Programming Flexibility: The controller supports multiple programming languages including ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagram. This versatility enables engineers to choose the most suitable programming approach for their specific application needs.

  • Integrated Communication Options: Featuring built-in communication ports, the TM221C24R offers seamless integration with other Schneider Electric products and third-party devices. It supports Ethernet and serial communication, facilitating easy network connectivity and data exchange.

  • User-Friendly Configuration: The M221 series is designed with user convenience in mind. The intuitive programming environment, combined with extensive documentation and support resources, simplifies the configuration process and reduces setup time.

  • Compact and Robust Design: Housed in a compact enclosure, the TM221C24R is suitable for space-constrained environments. Its rugged design ensures durability and reliability in demanding industrial settings.

  • Scalable Expansion: The controller supports expansion modules, allowing for future scalability and customization. Users can easily add I/O points or integrate additional functionality as their automation needs evolve.

  • Advanced Diagnostics: Equipped with diagnostic tools, the TM221C24R provides real-time monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities. This feature aids in maintaining system health and ensuring uninterrupted operation.

Applications: The Schneider TM221C24R Controller is ideal for a variety of applications, including:

  • Manufacturing Automation: Manage production lines, assembly processes, and quality control systems with precision.
  • Building Automation: Control HVAC systems, lighting, and access control mechanisms.
  • Process Control: Oversee complex processes in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing.

Benefits:

  • High Performance: Ensures rapid and reliable control of complex automation tasks.
  • Flexibility: Supports various programming languages and communication protocols.
  • Ease of Use: Streamlined setup and configuration with comprehensive support resources.
  • Scalability: Easily expandable to accommodate growing automation needs.

Conclusion: The Schneider TM221C24R Controller M221 with 24 I/O relays is a top-tier choice for industrial automation professionals seeking a robust, flexible, and efficient control solution. Its advanced features, combined with Schneider Electric’s renowned reliability, make it an essential component for enhancing automation systems and optimizing operational efficiency.

Main
range of product
Modicon M221
product or component type
Logic controller
[Us] rated supply voltage
100...240 V AC
discrete input number
14 discrete input conforming to IEC 61131-2 Type 1
analogue input number
2 at input range: 0...10 V
discrete output type
Relay normally open
discrete output number
10 relay
discrete output voltage
5...125 V DC
5...250 V AC
discrete output current
2 A
Complementary
discrete I/O number
24
number of I/O expansion module
<= 7 for transistor output
<= 7 for relay output
supply voltage limits
85...264 V
network frequency
50/60 Hz
inrush current
<= 40 A
power consumption in VA
<= 55 VA at 100...240 V with max number of I/O expansion module
<= 32 VA at 100...240 V without I/O expansion module
power supply output current
0.52 A at 5 V for expansion bus
0.16 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
10 ms turn-on operation for output
35 µs turn-off operation for input; I2...I5 terminal
10 ms turn-off operation for output
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
configurable filtering time
0 ms for input
12 ms for input
3 ms for input
output voltage limits
125 V DC
277 V AC
current per output common
4 A at COM 2 termnal
7 A at COM 0 termnal
7 A at COM 1 termnal
absolute accuracy error
+/- 1 % of full scale for analog input
electrical durability
Inductive AC-15, (cos phi = 0.35) 240 V / 120 VA : 100000 cycles
Resistive DC-12, 24 V / 48 W : 100000 cycles
Resistive AC-12, 120 V / 240 VA : 100000 cycles
Inductive AC-15, (cos phi = 0.35) 240 V / 36 VA : 300000 cycles
Resistive AC-12, 120 V / 80 VA : 300000 cycles
Inductive (L/R = 7 ms) DC-13, 24 V / 24 W : 100000 cycles
Resistive DC-12, 24 V / 16 W : 300000 cycles
Inductive (L/R = 7 ms) DC-13, 24 V / 7.2 W : 300000 cycles
Inductive AC-14, (cos phi = 0.7) 240 V / 240 VA : 100000 cycles
Inductive AC-15, (cos phi = 0.35) 120 V / 60 VA : 100000 cycles
Inductive AC-14, (cos phi = 0.7) 240 V / 72 VA : 300000 cycles
Inductive AC-15, (cos phi = 0.35) 120 V / 18 VA : 300000 cycles
Resistive AC-12, 240 V / 480 VA : 100000 cycles
Inductive AC-14, (cos phi = 0.7) 120 V / 120 VA : 100000 cycles
Resistive AC-12, 240 V / 160 VA : 300000 cycles
Inductive AC-14, (cos phi = 0.7) 120 V / 36 VA : 300000 cycles
switching frequency
20 switching operations/minute with maximum load
mechanical durability
>= 20000000 cycles for relay output
minimum load
1 mA at 5 V DC for relay output
protection type
Without protection at 5 A
reset time
1 s
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
512 %M memory bits
255 %TM timers
8000 %MW memory words
255 %C counters
512 %KW constant words
realtime clock
With
clock drift
<= 30 s/month at 25 °C
regulation loop
Adjustable PID regulator up to 14 simultaneous loops
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
insulation
2300 V AC between output and internal logic
Non-insulated between analogue inputs
500 V AC between input and internal logic
Non-insulated between analogue input and internal logic
1500 V AC between supply and ground
500 V AC between sensor power supply and ground
500 V AC between input and ground
1500 V AC between output and ground
2300 V AC between supply and internal logic
500 V AC between sensor power supply and internal logic
500 V AC between Ethernet terminal and internal logic
2300 V AC between supply and sensor power supply
marking
CE
sensor power supply
24 V DC at 250 mA supplied by the controller
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
110 mm
product weight
0.395 kg

Environment
standards
EN/IEC 61131-2
EN/IEC 60664-1
EN/IEC 61010-2-201
product certifications
cULus
RCM
CSA
ABS
EAC
IACS E10
LR
DNV-GL
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
98 m/s² (test wave duration:11 ms)

Schneider TM221C24R Controller M221 – 24 I/O Relay PLC

  • Brand: Schneider
  • Product Code: TM221C24R
  • Availability: 1000

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