The Schneider Electric TSXCAY21 is a two-channel analog input module for the Modicon Premium series of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It is designed to acquire precise process signals from field sensors such as thermocouples (TCs).
Parameters
Parameter Specification
Product Series Modicon Premium (TSX Platform)
Module Type Analog Input Module (for Thermocouples)
Commercial Reference TSXCAY21
Number of Channels 2
Input Type Thermocouple (TC)
Supported Thermocouple Types J, K, T, E, N, R, S, B, C (configurable per channel)
Measurement Range Dependent on thermocouple type (e.g., for Type K: -270°C to +1372°C)
Resolution 16-bit (including sign)
Accuracy ±0.3% of full scale (typical at 23°C ±5°C, for Type K)
Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) Integrated, automatic compensation.
Open Wire Detection Yes (detects broken thermocouple wire).
Update Time 40 ms per channel (all channels).
Isolation 500 V AC between field side and bus side; channels are individually isolated.
Connection Removable screw terminal block.
LED Indicators CH1 ERR, CH2 ERR (red): Indicates channel-specific error (e.g., open wire, overrange).
I/O (green/red): Module power and communication status.
Compatible Racks Modicon Premium local or remote I/O racks (e.g., TSX RKY 2/4/8/12).
Power Consumption From 5V bus: Typically 120 mA.
Operating Temperature 0°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Relative Humidity 10% to 95% (non-condensing)
Standards & Certifications CE, UL, cUL, RoHS compliant.