Omron NJ501-1300 PLC CPU Unit

USD 2,680.17

20 MB motion-control CPU with EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA, and 16 axes for coordinated machine automation.

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Omron NJ501-1300 PLC CPU Unit

Model Identifier NJ501-1300
Official Part Number NJ501-1300
GTIN Standard NA

Technical Overview

NJ-series CPU unit with built-in EtherCAT master and EtherNet/IP, designed for motion control and sequence control. Official Omron documentation lists 20 MB program capacity, 16 motion axes, OPC UA support, USB programming connection, DIN rail mounting, and 2,560 local I/O points with up to 66,560 points using NX I/O expansion. The product is positioned as a machine automation controller for coordinated motion and networked industrial control.

Key Features

  • Motion control, sequence control, and OPC UA support
  • Built-in EtherCAT master for coordinated multi-axis control
  • Built-in EtherNet/IP communications
  • 20 MB program capacity
  • 2,560 local I/O points; up to 66,560 with NX I/O
  • USB/Ethernet programming connection
  • DIN rail mounting
  • Supports ladder, structured text, and function block programming

Built-in EtherCAT master with 16 synchronized axes and EtherNet/IP networking in one CPU.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Program capacity20 MB
Motion axes16 axes
Controller functionalityMotion control, OPC-UA, sequence control
Built-in communication portsEtherCAT Master, EtherNet/IP, USB
Programming connectionUSB / Ethernet
MountingDIN rail
I/O capacity2,560 points local; 66,560 points with NX I/O
Maximum number of units10 per CPU or expansion rack; 40 total per CPU
Flash memory portSD
Min cycle time0.5 ms
Current consumption5 VDC, 1.90 A
Ambient operating temperature0 to 55°C
Ambient operating humidity10% to 90% (no condensation)
Ambient storage temperature-20 to 75°C (excluding battery)
Altitude2,000 m or less
Pollution degree2 or less
Dimensions (height × depth × width)90 mm × 90 mm × 90 mm
Weight550 g (including end cover)

Industrial Applications

1. Multi-axis packaging machine control

Use the 16-axis EtherCAT motion architecture to synchronize conveyors, pick-and-place heads, and sealing stations with sub-millisecond cycle timing.

Problem Solved

Eliminates axis timing drift and simplifies coordinated motion in compact packaging lines.

EtherCAT Master16 axes0.5 ms cycle timemotion control

2. Servo-driven assembly cell automation

The CPU can coordinate servo axes and discrete I/O in one controller, making it suitable for assembly machines with precise positioning and interlocked tooling.

Problem Solved

Combines motion and sequence logic without separate PLC and motion controller hardware.

sequence controlservo axesEtherNet/IPNX I/O

3. Networked machine automation cell with supervisory integration

OPC UA and EtherNet/IP support make the controller suitable for machines that must exchange production data with SCADA, MES, and plant networks while running local control.

Problem Solved

Provides machine-level control plus standardized data exchange for industrial connectivity.

OPC UAEtherNet/IPTCP/IPindustrial networking
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