Product Overview

The OMRON CJ1W-ECT21 is a high-performance EtherCAT Slave Unit designed for seamless integration into industrial control systems. It is compatible with OMRON's NJ-series, CJ-series, CP-series, and NSJ-series PLCs, offering a versatile solution for a wide range of applications.

Key Features

• Fast Data Exchange: Utilizes the EtherCAT protocol for fast data communication between the EtherCAT master and CPU Unit.
• Flexible Configuration: Allows adjustable data exchange sizes and supports multiple network interfaces such as EtherCAT and DeviceNet.
• Node Addressing: Features hardware and software options for setting node addresses, enhancing flexibility in network configuration.
• Communication Capabilities: Supports PDO data sizes up to 400 bytes for both transmit and receive operations, with mailbox data sizes of 512 bytes for input and output.
• Physical Layer: Complies with the 100BASE-TX (IEEE 802.3) standard, ensuring reliable data transmission over Category 5 or higher twisted-pair cables.
• Power and Size: Consumes up to 340 mA at 5 V DC and weighs approximately 97 g, making it compact and efficient.

Unique Selling Points

• Compatibility: Compatible with a variety of OMRON PLCs for easy integration into existing systems.
• Versatile Mounting Options: Can be mounted on either the CPU Rack or Expansion Rack, providing flexibility in system design.
• High-Speed Communication: Supports a baud rate of 100 Mbps for fast and efficient data transfer.

Safety and Standards Compliance

Compliant with international standards such as UL, CSA, CE, and KC, ensuring safety and reliability in various industrial environments.

Conclusion

This unit is ideal for applications requiring high-speed communication and flexibility in industrial automation networks.