TM262L20MESE8T – logic controller, Modicon M262,

Description

Main

range of product	Logic/motion controller – Modicon M262.
product or component type	Logic controller.
[Us] rated supply voltage	24 V DC – 15…20 %.
discrete I/O number	8
upstream connectivity	IIoT-ready machine to cloud. Connected machine to plant.

Complementary

supply voltage limits	20.4…28.8 V DC.
PLC Power Consumption	82 W
inrush current	40 A
Number of overvoltage protection	With
discrete input number	4, discrete input fast input conforming to IEC. 61131-2 Type 1.
discrete input voltage	24 V
discrete input voltage type	DC
discrete input logic	Sink
voltage state 1 guaranteed	>= 15 V for DC.
voltage state 0 guaranteed	<= 5 V for DC.
discrete input current	7.5 mA for fast input.
input impedance	2.81 kOhm for input.
response time	<= 1 µs turn-on, I0…I3 terminal(s) for fast input. <= 1 µs turn-off, I0…I3 terminal(s) for fast input. <= 1 µs turn-on, Q0…Q3 terminal(s) for fast. output <= 1 µs turn-off, Q0…Q3 terminal(s) for fast. output.
configurable filtering time	0.001 ms for fast input. 0.002 ms for fast input. 0.005 ms for fast input. 0.01 ms for fast input. 0.05 ms for fast input. 0.1 ms for fast input. 0.5 ms for fast input. 1 ms for fast input. 4 ms for fast input. 12 ms for fast input.
discrete output number	4 transistor fast output.
discrete output voltage	24 V DC
discrete output current	0.5 A for fast output (Q0…Q3).
discrete output type	Transistor
discrete output logic	Source.
output voltage limits	30 V DC
maximum current per output common	0.5 A with Q0…Q3 for fast output.
maximum output frequency	300 kHz
accuracy	+/- 0.1 % at 0.02…0.1 kHz for fast output. +/- 1 % at 0.1…1 kHz for fast output.
maximum leakage current	10 µA for output
maximum tungsten load	<1.5 W
protection type	Short-circuit and overload protection with. automatic reset. Reverse polarity protection. Short-circuit protection.
reset time	200 ms automatic reset fast output.
maximum number of I/O expansion module	7TM3 IO module (remote I/O-Architecture). 7TM3 IO module (local I/O-Architecture). 64TM3, TM5 or TM7 IO island (distributed I/O-Architecture).
execution time for 1 KInstruction	0.003 ms
memory capacity	32 MB for program RAM. 32 MB for OS/website RAM. 192 MB for system memory RAM.
data backed up	1 GB of built-in flash memory for backup of user programs.
data storage equipment	<= 32 GB SDHC card (optional).
backup time	1000 h at 25 °C.
application structure	8 event tasks. 4 cyclic master tasks. 3 cyclic master tasks + 1 freewheeling task. 8 external event tasks.
realtime clock	With
clock drift	<= 10 s/month at 25 °C.
cycle time	0.5 ms.
positioning functions	Libraries have coordinated functions.
integrated connection type	Ethernet 1 with an RJ45 connector and a 10/100BASE-T interface. Ethernet 2 with 2 RJ45 connectors and a 100/1000BASE-T interface. Serial link with RJ45 connector and. RS232/RS485 interface. Smart communication bus. TM3 IO bus. USB-type mini B.
transmission rate	115 kbit/s for a bus length of 15 m for RS485. 115 kbit/s for a bus length of 3 m for RS232. 480 Mbit/s for a bus length of 3 m for USB. 10/100 Mbit/s for Ethernet 1. 10/100/1000 Mbit/s for Ethernet 2.
communication port protocol	EtherNet/IP adapter. EtherNet/IP scanner. Modbus TCP client/server. Modbus TCP IO scanner. Modbus TCP NVL. Ethernet RSTP. Modbus SL client/server. Modbus SL IO scanner. Modbus SL modem management. Machine Expert. ASCII manager. ASCII modem management.
maximum number of connected devices	EtherNet/IP: 64. Modbus TCP: 64. Modbus TCP/EtherNet/IP: 128.
communication service	MQTTs. OPC UA server (encrypt). OPC UA client (encrypt). HTTP Methods (API). Web server. Web visu. TLS 1.2. TLS 1.3. SNTP. FTP client/server. FTPs server.. SQL client (remote access) DHCP client. DHCP server. DNS client. POP3s client. SMTP client. SNMP client/server.
local signalling	1 LED (green/red) for PWR. 1 LED (green/red) for RUN. 1 LED (green/red) for ERROR (fault). 1 LED (green/red) for stop-force. 1 LED (green/red) for I/O error (I/O). 1 LED (green/orange) for SD card activity. 1 LED (green/orange) for SL activity. 1 LED (green/red) for the ETH1 state. 1 LED (green/red) for the ETH2 state. 1 LED (green/red) for EIP MS. 1 LED (green/red) for EIP NS.
electrical connection	Removable spring terminal block for inputs and outputs. removable spring terminal block for connecting the 24 V DC power supply.
maximum cable distance between devices	Shielded cable: <3 m for fast input. Shielded cable: <3 m for fast output. Unshielded cable: <50 m for input. Unshielded cable: <50 m for output. Shielded cable: <30 m for the RS485 link. Shielded cable: <15 m for RS232.
insulation	Between fast input and internal logic at 550 V AC Non-insulated between inputs. Between output and internal logic at 550 V AC Non-insulated between outputs. Between input and output at 550 V AC. Between supply and internal logic at 550 V AC. Non-insulated between supply and ground.
surge withstand	1 kV power lines (DC) common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5. 1 kV shielded cable common mode conforms to EN/IEC 61000-4-5. 0.5 kV relay output differential mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5. 1 kV input common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5. 1 kV transistor output common mode conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-5.
mounting support	Top hat type TH35-15 rail conforms to IEC 60715. Top hat type TH35-7.5 rail conforms to IEC 60715. plate or panel with a fixing kit.
height	100 mm.
depth	90 mm.
width	125 mm
net weight	0.655 kg

Environment

standards	UL 61010-1. UL 61010-2-201. CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1. CSA C22.2 No. 61010-2-201. CSA C22.2 No. 213. ANSI/ISA 12-12-01. EN 61131-2.
product certifications	CE cULus. cULus HazLoc Class I Division 2 CSA 22-2 No 213. RCM. EAC Achilles. KC
resistance to electrostatic discharge	4 kV on contact, conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-2. 8 kV on 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 GHz, and 3 GHz, conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-3.
resistance to fast transients	2 kV (power lines) conforming to EN/IEC 610.00-4-4. 1 kV (ethernet line) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4. 1 kV (serial link) conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4. 1 kV (input), conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4. 1 kV (transistor output), conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4.
resistance to conducted disturbances	10 V, 0.15–80 MHz, conforming to EN/IEC 61000-4-4. 3 V, 0.1–80 MHz. 10 V spot frequency (2, 3, 4, 6.2, 8.2, 12.6, 16.5, 18.8, 22, 25 MHz).
electromagnetic emission	Conducted emissions: test level: 120–69 dBµV/m QP (power lines) at 10–150 kHz, conforming to EN/IEC. 55011. Conducted emissions: test level: 63 dBμV/m QP (power lines) at 1.5…30 MHz, conforming to EN/IEC. 55011. Radiated emissions: test level: 40 dBµV/m at 30…230 kHz, conforming to EN/IEC 55011. Conducted emissions: test level: 79.63 dBμV/m QP (power lines) at 150…1500 kHz, conforming to EN/IEC 55011. Radiated emissions at 230… 1000 MHz conform to EN/IEC 55011.
immunity to microbreaks	0.01 ms
ambient air temperature for operation	-20…60 °C (horizontal installation). -20…50 °C (vertical installation). -20…45 °C (flat mounting).
ambient air temperature for storage	-40…85 °C.
	10…95 %, without condensation (in storage).
IP degree of protection	IP20.
pollution degree	2
operating altitude	0…2000 m
storage altitude	0…3000 m
vibration resistance	3.5 mm at 2…8.4 Hz on a symmetrical rail. 1 gn at 8.4…200 Hz on a symmetrical rail. 3.5 mm at 2…8.4 Hz on panel mounting. 1 gn at 8.4…200 Hz on panel mounting.
shock resistance	15 gn for 11 ms

Packing Units

Unit Type of Package 1	PCE.
Number of Units in Package 1	1
Package 1 Weight	823.0 g
Package 1 Height	14 cm
Package 1 width	13.5 cm
Package 1 Length	18.5 cm
Unit Type of Package 2	S03
Number of Units in Package 2	8
Package 2 Weight	7.2 kg
Package 2 Height	30 cm
Package 2 width	30 cm
Package 2 Length	40 cm

The TM262L20MESE8T is a robust and versatile logic controller from Schneider Electric’s Modicon M262 series. Designed to address the needs of modern industrial automation, this controller integrates advanced features, connectivity options, and a high-performance processing unit to deliver reliable and efficient control solutions. The Modicon M262 series is known for its adaptability, scalability, and ease of integration, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of automation applications.

Overview

The TM262L20MESE8T logic controller is engineered to provide precise control and monitoring capabilities in complex industrial environments. It combines the functionality of a programmable logic controller (PLC) with additional features that enhance its performance and usability. The controller is designed for applications where reliability, flexibility, and advanced processing are critical.

Key Features

1. High-Performance Processing:
   • Processing Power: The TM262L20MESE8T is equipped with a powerful processor that supports high-speed processing and efficient execution of control tasks. This capability is essential for managing complex processes and ensuring real-time responsiveness in industrial automation systems.
   • Memory and Storage: The controller features ample memory and storage to accommodate complex programs and data. This allows for the storage of extensive control logic, historical data, and configuration settings.
2. Versatile I/O Configuration:
   • Integrated I/O: The TM262L20MESE8T includes integrated input and output modules that offer flexibility in configuring and expanding the control system. The controller supports both digital and analog I/O, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
   • Modular Expansion: In addition to the built-in I/O, the controller supports modular expansion, allowing users to add additional I/O modules and adapt the system to meet evolving needs.
3. Advanced Connectivity:
   • Communication Ports: The TM262L20MESE8T is equipped with multiple communication ports, including Ethernet and serial interfaces. These ports enable seamless integration with other devices and systems, facilitating data exchange and network communication.
   • Protocols Supported: The controller supports various communication protocols, including Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, and Ethernet/IP. This broad range of supported protocols enhances interoperability and ensures compatibility with diverse industrial equipment.
4. Enhanced User Interface:
   • Configuration and Programming: The TM262L20MESE8T can be configured and programmed using Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro) software. This software provides a user-friendly interface for developing and managing control programs, as well as configuring communication settings and monitoring system performance.
   • Visualization and Diagnostics: The controller supports visualization tools that allow users to monitor and diagnose system performance. Real-time data visualization and diagnostic features help in troubleshooting and optimizing system operation.
5. Robust Design:
   • Industrial Durability: The TM262L20MESE8T is built to withstand harsh industrial environments. It features a rugged design that provides protection against dust, moisture, and mechanical impacts, ensuring reliable operation in challenging conditions.
   • Temperature and Vibration Tolerance: The controller is designed to operate within a wide temperature range and withstand vibrations, making it suitable for use in various industrial settings, including manufacturing plants and outdoor installations.
6. Safety and Compliance:
   • Safety Functions: The TM262L20MESE8T includes safety functions that comply with industry standards, providing additional protection for both personnel and equipment. These functions help ensure safe operation and reduce the risk of accidents and equipment damage.
   • Certification: The controller is certified to meet various international standards and regulations, ensuring its suitability for global applications and compliance with industry requirements.

Applications

1. Manufacturing Automation:
   • The TM262L20MESE8T is ideal for manufacturing automation applications, where it can control and monitor production processes, manage machinery, and ensure efficient operation. Its high-performance processing and flexible I/O configuration make it well-suited for complex manufacturing environments.
2. Process Control:
   • In process control applications, the controller manages and regulates various processes, including temperature, pressure, and flow. Its advanced connectivity and communication capabilities enable integration with other control systems and data acquisition devices.
3. Energy Management:
   • The TM262L20MESE8T can be used in energy management systems to monitor and control energy consumption, optimize energy usage, and manage electrical distribution. Its robust design and communication features support efficient energy management in industrial and commercial settings.
4. Building Automation:
   • For building automation applications, the controller can manage HVAC systems, lighting, and other building services. Its versatility and advanced functionality support the efficient operation of building systems, improving comfort and energy efficiency.

Benefits

1. Enhanced Performance:
   • The TM262L20MESE8T offers high-speed processing and ample memory, ensuring efficient execution of complex control tasks and real-time system responsiveness.
2. Flexibility and Scalability
   • With integrated and modular I/O, the controller provides flexibility in configuring and expanding the control system to meet specific application requirements.
3. Seamless Integration:
   • The advanced connectivity options and support for multiple communication protocols facilitate easy integration with other devices and systems, enhancing overall system interoperability.
4. Durability and reliability:
   • The rugged design and industrial durability of the controller ensure reliable operation in challenging environments, reducing the risk of downtime and maintenance issues.
5. Safety and Compliance:
   • Compliance with industry standards and the inclusion of safety functions enhance the controller’s suitability for various applications, providing additional protection and reliability.

Conclusion

The TM262L20MESE8T logic controller from Schneider Electric‘s Modicon M262 series is a high-performance and versatile solution for modern industrial automation. Its advanced processing capabilities, flexible I/O configuration, and robust design make it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, including manufacturing automation, process control, energy management, and building automation. With its seamless integration, durability, and safety features, the TM262L20MESE8T ensures reliable and efficient control in complex industrial environments.