Technical Parameters (EC20-4TC)
Model: EC20-4TC
Product Type: 4-Channel Thermocouple Input Expansion Module
Compatible PLC Series: EC20 Series Modular PLC
Number of Channels: 4 channels (differential inputs)
Thermocouple Types Supported:
J (Iron-Constantan): -200°C to +1200°C
K (Chromel-Alumel): -200°C to +1372°C
T (Copper-Constantan): -200°C to +400°C
E (Chromel-Constantan): -200°C to +1000°C
R (Platinum-Rhodium): 0°C to +1768°C
S (Platinum-Rhodium): 0°C to +1768°C
B (Platinum-Rhodium): +100°C to +1820°C
N (Nicrosil-Nisil): -200°C to +1300°C
Resolution: 15-bit to 16-bit (typical, including sign)
Accuracy: ±0.5% of reading or ±1°C (whichever greater, typical, excluding sensor error)
Cold Junction Compensation: Built-in, automatic
CJC Accuracy: ±0.5°C typical
Temperature Drift:<50ppm/°C (typical)
Conversion Speed: Fast conversion per channel (typical <100ms per="" input="" impedance:="">1MΩ (typical)
Maximum Input Voltage: ±30V DC (withstand without damage)
Open Circuit Detection: Automatic detection, configurable response
Noise Rejection: 50/60Hz normal mode rejection
Isolation: Photocoupler isolation between thermocouple inputs and PLC internal circuits (500V AC typical)
Data Format: Temperature value in PLC registers (typically in 0.1°C or 0.1°F units)
Indicators: Power LED (green), module status LED (green/red)
Expansion Bus Connection: Via EC20 expansion connector (right-side connection for daisy-chain)
Power Supply: Supplied from EC20 CPU via expansion bus (typically 5V DC and 24V DC)
Power Consumption: Moderate power consumption (typically <2W)
Terminals: Pluggable screw terminal blocks (removable for easy wiring)
Wire Size: 0.2 - 2.5 mm² (24-12 AWG)
Protection Class: IP20 (requires enclosure for installation)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 130 mm x 50 mm x 100 mm (5.1" x 2.0" x 3.9") - typical EC20 expansion module size
Weight: Approx. 0.16 kg (0.35 lbs)
Standards: CE, UL (pending), RoHS, compliant with EC20 system specifications