TM200HSC206DT Counter Module – Modicon M238 Logic Controller by Schneider Electric

The TM200HSC206DT is a high-speed counter module designed for the Modicon M238 logic controller series from Schneider Electric. This module delivers precise counting and positioning functions for demanding industrial automation tasks. Engineers choose the TM200HSC206DT for its 60 kHz counting frequency, 31-bit plus sign resolution, and flexible 8-mode configuration. It supports upcounting, downcounting, frequency measurement, period measurement, axis following, and frequency generation. The module connects via two screw terminal blocks and handles 12 discrete inputs and 4 discrete outputs. With 1500 V isolation between channels and internal logic, it ensures reliable operation in electrically noisy environments. The TM200HSC206DT belongs to the Modicon M238 range and carries the Schneider Electric brand. This counter module fits directly onto a 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail. It consumes less than 100 mA from the internal 24 V DC and 5 V DC supplies. The external 24 V DC power draw reaches up to 2 A. Each output handles 0.5 A with a total module load current of 2 A. Response time stays under 200 µs for both energisation and de-energisation. Short-circuit and overload protection activate automatically after fault clearance. The fallback status holds each channel at its last value or forces a predefined state of 0 or 1. A faulty channel defaults to 0. The module accepts incremental signal encoders with 15...30 V source outputs and 2- or 3-wire sensors at 24 V. Shielded cable is required for proper signal integrity. The discrete input logic uses positive logic (sink), while outputs use positive logic (source). Input voltage is 24 V DC with guaranteed state 1 at 15...30 V and state 0 at ≤5 V. Input current reaches 5 mA at state 1 and stays ≤0.5 mA at state 0. The local signalling block provides one display for status monitoring. The operating temperature range and environmental tolerances match the Modicon M238 platform requirements. This module resists interference through its 1500 V channel isolation and shielded cable design. Engineers value the TM200HSC206DT for axis following and frequency generator applications in packaging, material handling, and motion control systems.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Schneider Electric
• Model: TM200HSC206DT
• Series: Modicon M238 logic controller
• Category: Counter module
• Counting frequency: 60 kHz
• Counter resolution: 31 bits + sign
• Counting modes: 8 configurable modes (upcounting, downcounting, frequency meter, period measurement, axis following, frequency generator)
• Discrete inputs: 12 EN/IEC 61131-2 type 1
• Discrete outputs: 4
• Input voltage: 24 V DC (state 1: 15...30 V, state 0: ≤5 V)
• Input current: 5 mA at state 1, ≤0.5 mA at state 0
• Output voltage: 24 V DC (19.2...30 V)
• Output current: 0.5 A per output, 2 A per module
• Response time: ≤200 µs energisation/de-energisation
• Isolation: 1500 V between channels and internal logic for 1 minute
• Short-circuit protection: Automatic reset after fault disappearance
• Overload protection: 0.5...1.5 A trip current with automatic reset
• Local signalling: 1 display block
• Mounting: 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail
• Power consumption: ≤100 mA at 24 V DC internal, ≤100 mA at 5 V DC internal, ≤2 A at 24 V DC external

Installation Guide

• Mount the module on a 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail inside a control cabinet.
• Use shielded cable for all encoder and sensor connections to maintain signal quality.
• Connect incremental encoders with 15...30 V source outputs or 2-/3-wire sensors at 24 V.
• Wire the two screw terminal blocks according to the Modicon M238 wiring diagram.
• Verify the 24 V DC external power supply provides up to 2 A for the module.
• Confirm input state 1 at 15...30 V and state 0 at ≤5 V before starting operation.
• Check output loads stay within 0.5 A per output and 2 A total per module.
• Allow automatic reset after short-circuit or overload fault clearance.
• Set the fallback status per channel to last value or predefined 0/1 as required.

Package List

• 1 × TM200HSC206DT counter module
• 2 × screw terminal blocks
• 1 × installation leaflet
• Shipping via FedEx, UPS, or DHL

FAQ

• What is the maximum counting frequency of the TM200HSC206DT? The module counts at up to 60 kHz with 31-bit plus sign resolution.
• How many counter modules can one TM238 base support? Each TM238 base accepts up to 3 counter modules.
• Which encoders work with this module? Use incremental signal encoders with 15...30 V source outputs or 2-/3-wire sensors at 24 V.
• What isolation level does the TM200HSC206DT provide? It offers 1500 V isolation between channels and internal logic for 1 minute.
• How does the module handle overload faults? Overload protection trips at 0.5...1.5 A per output and resets automatically after fault disappearance.
• What is the output response time? Response time stays ≤200 µs for both energisation and de-energisation.
• How does the module mount? It clips onto a 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail.

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