
The TWDLCAA40DRF is a Twido compact programmable logic controller from Schneider Electric designed for small to medium automation applications. This brick-style PLC features integrated digital I/O with 24 inputs at 24V DC and 16 outputs consisting of 14 relay outputs and 2 transistor outputs, providing 40 total I/O points in a compact form factor. The controller operates on a universal 100-240V AC supply and is expandable with up to 7 I/O expansion modules to support a maximum of 248 discrete inputs and 240 discrete outputs. It includes a built-in real-time clock (RTC), supports memory cartridge expansion, and offers robust performance for repetitive and compact machine applications such as conveyers, lifts, and automatic dispensers. Programming is accomplished via TwidoSoft or Twido Suite software. The product has been discontinued with recommended migration to the Modicon M221 or M241 series.
Item Details
- Brand Name: Schneider Electric
- Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
- Item Type Name: Compact PLC Base Controller
- Product Family / Series: Twido
- Model Number: TWDLCAA40DRF
- Product Series: Modicon Twido
Product Specifications
- supply_voltage: 100-240V AC
- supply_frequency: 50/60 Hz
- power_consumption: 50 VA
- input_voltage: 24V DC
- total_io_points: 40
- discrete_inputs: 24
- discrete_outputs: 16
- relay_outputs: 14
- transistor_outputs: 2
- relay_output_rating: 240V AC / 30V DC, 2A
- transistor_output_rating: 24V DC, 1A
- auxiliary_output: 24V DC, 400 mA
- input_current_draw: 7 mA @ 24V DC per input (inputs 0,1,6,7: 11 mA/pt)
- max_expansion_modules: 7
- max_discrete_inputs_with_expansion: 248
- max_discrete_outputs_with_expansion: 240
- operating_temperature: -10°C to 55°C
- storage_temperature: -25°C to 70°C
- max_ambient_temperature: 55°C
- temperature_code: T3C
- hazardous_location_rating: Class 1 Div 2 Groups ABCD
- terminal_torque: 0.5 Nm
- wire_requirement: Minimum 60°C wire, copper conductor only
- built_in_rtc: Yes
- memory_cartridge_support: Yes
Additional Details
- Country of Origin*: Indonesia
- Lifecycle Status: Discontinued
- Discontinuation Date: December 2016
- Recommended Replacement: Modicon M221 PLC or Modicon M241
- Upc: 785901425496
- Programming Software: TwidoSoft (version 3.0 or later) or Twido Suite
*Country of origin may vary.
Measurements
- Weight: 0.525 kg
- Dimensions: 157 x 90 x 70 mm
All PLC Direct products come with a 1-year warranty. The warranty is issued by PLC Direct. Warranty coverage commences at the date of purchase. The warranty is for mechanical defects or failures not caused by human factors including but not limited to (a) incorrect installation, (b) operating the unit in sub-optimal conditions or in scenarios not recommended by the manufacturer, (c) poor unit maintenance, etc. The warranty does not cover programming or software related issues.
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