Omron NJ501-1400 CPU Unit

USD 6,420.72

32-axis CPU unit with OPC UA, EtherCAT Master, EtherNet/IP, 20 MB program memory, and compact 96 × 90 × 150 mm enclosure.

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Omron NJ501-1400 CPU Unit

Model Identifier NJ501-1400
Official Part Number NJ501-1400
GTIN Standard NA

Technical Overview

NJ501-1400 is an OMRON NJ-Series machine automation controller CPU unit for coordinated motion and sequence control. Manufacturer and regional OMRON product pages identify it as a 32-axis NJ501 CPU with OPC UA support, 20 MB program memory, 2 MB retained variable memory plus 4 MB non-retained variable memory, and EtherCAT Master / EtherNet/IP / USB communications. The unpacked mechanical envelope is 96 mm high, 90 mm wide, 150 mm deep, with 550 g weight.

Key Features

  • Motion control, OPC-UA, and sequence control
  • Up to 32 synchronous axes / 32 total axes
  • 20 MB program memory
  • 2 MB retained + 4 MB non-retained variable memory
  • EtherCAT Master, EtherNet/IP, and USB ports
  • Supports expansion up to 40 units / 3 expansion racks
  • CJ I/O Bus architecture
  • Compact 96 mm × 90 mm × 150 mm unpacked size

32-axis motion control with OPC UA support in a compact NJ-Series CPU platform.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Controller functionalityMotion control, OPC-UA, Sequence control
Max. number of synchronous axes32
Max. number of axes (incl. virtual)32
Max. number of robots0
Primary task cycle time0.5 ms
Program memory20 MB
Variables memory6 MB
Memory capacity for variables2 MB retained during power interruption; 4 MB not retained during power interruption
Communication port(s)EtherCAT Master, EtherNet/IP, USB
Communication option(s)CAN, CompoNet Master, DeviceNet Master, DeviceNet Slave, EtherCAT Slave, MODBUS Master, MODBUS Slave, PROFIBUS DP Master, PROFIBUS DP Slave, PROFINET Master, Serial RS-232C, Serial RS-422, Serial RS-485
Max. number of remote I/O nodes192
I/O systemCJ I/O Bus
Max. number of expansion units40
Product Height (unpacked)96 mm
Product Width (unpacked)90 mm
Product Depth (unpacked)150 mm
Product Weight (unpacked)550 g
I/O capacity / maximum number of configuration Units (Expansion Racks)2,560 points / 40 Units (3 Expansion Racks)
Number of motion axes32

Industrial Applications

1. High-speed synchronized packaging line control

The 32-axis motion capacity, 0.5 ms task cycle, and EtherCAT Master interface fit multi-axis packaging machines needing tight coordination across conveyors, cutters, and servo stations.

Problem Solved

Eliminates axis skew and timing drift in synchronized packaging equipment.

32 axes0.5 ms cycleEtherCAT Masterservo coordinationmachine automation controller

2. Precision assembly cell with deterministic industrial networking

OPC UA, EtherNet/IP, and multiple fieldbus options make the unit suitable for assembly cells that must exchange data with higher-level MES/SCADA systems while controlling local motion and I/O.

Problem Solved

Provides a single controller layer for real-time motion and plant connectivity.

OPC UAEtherNet/IPPROFINETMODBUSCJ I/O Bus

3. Flexible multi-station indexing machine

The compact CPU with 20 MB program memory and expansion capacity for 40 units suits indexing machines that require complex sequences, distributed I/O, and expansion for future tooling or stations.

Problem Solved

Supports complex sequencing with room for machine expansion.

20 MB program memory40 units3 expansion rackssequence controlremote I/O
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