{"product_id":"tsxcty2a-schneider-electric-counter-module-2-channel","title":"TSXCTY2A Schneider Electric Counter Module | 2-Channel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSchneider Electric Modicon TSXCTY2A High-Speed Counter Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schneider Electric \u003cstrong\u003eTSXCTY2A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile high-speed counter and auxiliary output module for TSX Micro PLCs. It provides precise counting and positioning functions for motion control. This module offers two independent channels for flexible application use. The \u003cstrong\u003eTSXCTY2A\u003c\/strong\u003e supports multiple sensor and encoder types for easy system integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore Module Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d35400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schneider Electric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d35400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e TSXCTY2A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modicon TSX Micro \/ Premium Automation Platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Speed Counter \/ Auxiliary Output Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Independent Axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Counting Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Cycle Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Time (Sensor Voltage Loss):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 2.5 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Circuit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auxiliary Output conforming to EN\/IEC 61131\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Net Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.32 kg (0.71 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInput Compatibility \u0026amp; Electrical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\/3-wire Proximity Sensors (PNP\/NPN), Incremental Encoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncoder Input Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 V DC RS422 (Differential), 10...30 V Totem Pole (Single-ended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Logic Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Positive Logic, Current Sink (Type 2 per IEC 61131)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Input Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 V DC (Sensors \u0026amp; Aux Input), 5 V DC (Encoder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Limits (Sensors\/Aux):\u003c\/strong\u003e 19...30 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Limits (Encoder):\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤ 5.5 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState 1 (High) Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥ 11 V (Sensors\/Aux), ≥ 2.4 V (Encoder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState 0 (Low) Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤ 5 V (Sensors\/Aux), ≤ 1.2 V (Encoder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState 1 (High) Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥ 6 mA (Sensors\/Aux), ≥ 3.7 mA (Encoder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState 0 (Low) Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤ 2 mA (Sensors\/Aux), ≤ 1 mA (Encoder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuxiliary Output Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage Limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19...30 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Output Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Voltage Drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.5 V in State 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Leakage Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Loads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Positive Logic DC Inputs (Resistance ≤ 15 kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching Frequency (Inductive Loads):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.6 \/ LI² Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Power Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Overload Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermal Tripping (Program or Auto), Current Limiter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Short-Circuit Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermal Tripping (Program or Auto), Current Limiter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Overvoltage Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zener Diode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse Polarity Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reverse Diode on Supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 to 6 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280 mA @ 5V DC, 30 mA @ 24V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provided via TSX base unit backplane and external 24V DC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections \u0026amp; Indicators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 x SUB-D 15-pin Connectors (for I\/O), 1 x HE-10 20-pin Connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus LEDs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RUN (Green), I\/O Fault (Red), ERR (Red), CH. Diagnostics (2 x Green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Signalling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear per-channel and module status indication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnvironmental \u0026amp; Operational Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to 158°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Altitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 to 2000 meters (0 to 6561 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conformal Coating (TC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Wiring Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the module into an available slot on a compatible TSX Micro base unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the external 24V DC power supply to the designated terminals for sensor power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire incremental encoders to the SUB-D connectors using shielded cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor 5V RS422 encoders, ensure the cable is properly twisted and shielded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect 2\/3-wire PNP or NPN proximity sensors to the appropriate input points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect auxiliary outputs to DC loads such as solenoid valves or pilot lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround the cable shields at the module end only for optimal noise immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Shipping Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x TSXCTY2A Counter Module, Connectors (if not pre-installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions (L x W x H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.0 x 18.0 x 5.5 cm (10.2 x 7.09 x 2.2 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Gross Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 489 g (17.2 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping GTIN (EAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3389110756975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e FedEx, UPS, DHL Express services available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e This electronic module is non-returnable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months from the date of purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty covers defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration is performed within the Unity Pro or PL7 programming software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnical support is available for application setup and troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the main application for this counter module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is used for high-speed counting, positioning, and speed measurement applications, such as monitoring production line throughput, measuring motor RPM via an encoder, or controlling the position of a moving part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect both a 5V encoder and a 24V proximity sensor at the same time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, each of the two channels can be independently configured for different input types. One channel can count pulses from a 5V RS422 encoder while the other counts signals from a 24V proximity sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 40 kHz counting frequency mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means the module can accurately count up to 40,000 pulses per second on each channel. This is suitable for high-speed applications like measuring fast-rotating shafts or rapid linear motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use the auxiliary outputs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outputs can be programmed to act based on counter values, for example, to trigger an event when a preset count is reached (like stopping a motor or firing a solenoid) or to output a pulse train for simple speed control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are there two different connector types (SUB-D and HE-10)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SUB-D connectors are for the high-speed counter inputs and auxiliary outputs. The HE-10 connector is typically for the module's power supply (24V DC) and possibly additional I\/O signals, separating power from signal lines for cleaner wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© 2026 Ubest Automation Limited. 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