Schneider TM221CE16U Compact Logic Controller / PLC

FAQ

Q1: What is the Schneider Electric TM221CE16U used for?
A: The TM221CE16U is used for industrial automation applications such as packaging machines, conveyors, assembly equipment, small production lines and OEM machinery.

Q2: How many I/O points does the TM221CE16U have?
A: It provides 16 integrated I/O points, including 9 digital inputs and 7 NPN transistor outputs.

Q3: What type of outputs does the TM221CE16U use?
A: It uses 7 NPN transistor outputs (sink outputs) with a rated current of 0.5 A per output, suitable for fast switching applications.

Q4: What power supply does the TM221CE16U require?
A: The controller requires a 24 VDC power supply, with an operating range of approximately 20.4–28.8 VDC.

Q5: Does the TM221CE16U support analog inputs?
A: Yes. It provides 2 analog inputs supporting 0–10 V signals with 10-bit resolution.

Q6: Does the TM221CE16U support Ethernet communication?
A: Yes. The model includes an RJ45 Ethernet port supporting industrial communication functions such as Modbus TCP and Ethernet/IP Adapter.

Q7: Can the TM221CE16U be expanded?
A: Yes. The Modicon M221 platform supports TM3 expansion modules for additional I/O and system functions.

Q8: What are the dimensions and weight of the TM221CE16U?
A: The PLC dimensions are approximately 95 × 90 × 70 mm (W × H × D), with a product weight of approximately 0.626 kg.