Schneider Electric M340 Series PLC I/O Module for Use with M340 Series, Discrete

Optimise the performance of your programmable logic controller with this discrete PLC I/O module from Schneider Electric. It establishes streamlined communications between your processors and other I/O devices. The versatile unit incorporates high boolean processing performance that can execute both integer and floating arithmetical calculations. A slimline and compact design with a height of 100mm and a depth of 93mm makes it easy to install in smaller enclosures. As you can use this module with evolved IEC languages without sacrificing performance, it's simple to adapt the unit to suit your applications.

• Hot-swap functionality for easy maintenance
• Housing provides IP20 protection, so is touch-proof to prevent electric shocks
• Captive screw securely locks electronics in place for reliable signal relays
• Long-lasting LED indicator shows the status of the unit for easy fault-finding and maintenance

• Steel production industry
• Paper and textile plants
• Pharmaceutical processing laboratories
• Food and beverage processing

This module has 32 input channels to let you make multiple connections.

The operational temperature of this PLC module ranges from 0°C to +60°C, so you can rely on it in demanding industrial conditions.

Schneider Electric Modicon M340 PLC

Equipped with astounding memory and performances, this featherweight version will inspire your applications with new momentum. Designed to operate in total synergy with other Schneider Electric devices, Modicon M340 a building block towards your total solution.

Performance

Data rate: 20kb/s to 1Mb/s (bus length dependent)
Internal RAM capacity: 4Mb (3584kb of program memory); 256kb of data memory

Compact design

3 communication ports integrated in the processor
Mounting in low depth cabinet (<150mm)
High-density discrete I/O modules with 64 channels in a 32mm wide format

Communicative, with its integrated ports

CANopen machine and installation bus
Ethernet TCP/IP network - Transparent Ready
Modbus serial link or character mode
Remote access via STN, GSM, Radio or ADSL

Expert

Counter modules with ready-to-use functions
Function block library dedicated to motion control. MF(Motion Function Blocks) to the PLCopen standard
Advanced library of process control blocks oriented towards control of machinery

Innovative and Ruggedness

USB port as standard
Embedded webserver
Recipe file management via FTP protocol
“Plug and Load” SD memory card
No batteries
Rack architecture enabling hot swapping of modules during operation (Hot-Swap)
Exceeds the standards in terms of shocks, vibrations, temperature, altitude and withstand to electrical interference.

Ruggedness