Omron CP1E-N60DT-D Programmable Logic Controller

Technical Overview

Compact 24VDC PLC CPU with 60 local I/O (36 inputs, 24 transistor sinking outputs), 8K step program capacity, and built-in RS-232C serial communication.

Key Features

Equipped with 60 built-in I/O points (36 DC inputs and 24 transistor sinking outputs) [1.1.9].
Includes a built-in RS-232C serial communication port and high-speed USB interface.
Program capacity of 8K steps and data memory of 8K words.
Supports up to three expansion units or expansion I/O units for customizable scaling.
Provides complete high-speed counter functionality supporting up to six 100 kHz single-phase inputs.
Supports transistor pulse outputs and PWM functionality for basic position and speed control.
Configured and programmed via standard CX-Programmer or CX-One software.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Supply Voltage	24 VDC
Operating Voltage Range	20.4 to 26.4 VDC
Power Consumption	20 W max.
Number of Inputs	36
Input Type	24 VDC
Number of Outputs	24
Output Type	Transistor (Sinking / NPN)
Output Current	0.3 A
Program Memory	8K steps
Data Memory	8K words
High-Speed Counters	6 single-phase (100 kHz) or 2 two-phase (50 kHz) inputs
Communication Interface	Built-in RS-232C, USB 2.0
Enclosure Rating	Panel Mounted (IP20 equivalent)
Operating Temperature	0 to 55 °C
Ambient Humidity	10% to 90% (with no condensation)
Physical Weight (kg)	0.67
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	8.5 x 19.5 x 9

Industrial Applications

1. Multi-Axis Packaging Machinery Position Control

Using the 24 transistor sinking (NPN) outputs and the built-in pulse control / high-speed counter inputs (up to 100 kHz), the CP1E-N60DT-D is perfectly suited for controlling small stepper or servo motors in packaging machines.

Problem Solved

Coordinates film feeding, heat sealing, and cutting sequences precisely without requiring expensive external motion controller modules.

Pulse OutputHigh-Speed CounterSinking TransistorHMI Serial Communication

2. Automated Fluid and Material Sorting Conveyor Systems

With 36 DC inputs, this CPU handles extensive physical sensor networks (e.g., photo-eyes, proximity sensors) across sorting channels, executing logic sequences directly.

Problem Solved

Solves the bottleneck of managing high-density digital sensor feedback on conveyor lines by offering 60 onboard I/O points in a compact DIN-rail form factor.

60 I/O PointsHigh-Density Digital InputsNPN Sinking OutputsDIN-Rail Mounting

3. Industrial Temperature and Process Control Panels

Integrates with up to three expansion I/O units (like temperature control modules) via the expansion bus while communicating directly with temperature controllers or variable frequency drives using the built-in RS-232C port.

Problem Solved

Simplifies thermal recipe management and process tuning in environment chambers by acting as a central coordinator with scalable analog/temp inputs.

Expansion BusRS-232C Serial Port8K Step Program MemoryModbus RTU