Description
Providing advanced processing power and enhanced system responsiveness, the Omron CJ2H-CPU67 serves as the primary processing engine for demanding industrial automation setups within the CJ2 Series. This module features a user program capacity of 250K steps alongside an overhead processing speed of just 100 microseconds, ensuring exceptionally fast execution of both basic and specialized instructions. Designed for seamless mounting inside a control panel, this unit optimizes CPU throughput for synchronized multi-axis control, high-speed sorting, and intensive data processing tasks without sacrificing field reliability.
Key Features
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Ultra-Fast Execution: Processes basic instructions at 0.016 microseconds minimum and special instructions at 0.048 microseconds minimum.
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Expansive Logic Capacity: Accommodates complex sequences with up to 250K steps of user memory and 2560 I/O bits.
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Modular Programming Support: Allows up to 2048 function block definitions and 2048 active instances for structured code reusability.
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Extended Memory Architecture: Supports force-setting and resetting across EM Area Banks 0 through E hex (automatic allocation on Banks 7 through E hex).
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Flexible Data Storage: Built-in flash card slot compatible with 128 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB memory cards for diagnostic log preservation and program backup.
Typical Applications
- High-speed packaging, labeling, and filling machinery.
- Multi-axis coordinated motion control and robotic integration.
- Complex manufacturing assembly lines requiring rapid diagnostic scanning.
- Centralized PLC configurations with dense digital and analog I/O architectures.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Manufacturer |
Omron |
| Model |
CJ2H-CPU67 |
| Series |
CJ2 Family |
| Product Type |
Programmable Logic Controller CPU |
| User Program Memory |
250K steps |
| I/O Capacity |
2560 bits |
| Basic Instruction Execution Time |
0.016 microseconds minimum |
| Special Instruction Execution Time |
0.048 microseconds minimum |
| Overhead Processing Time |
100 microseconds |
| Current Consumption |
0.42 A at 5 VDC |
| Grounding Requirements |
Less than 100 ohms |
| Supported Memory Cards |
128 MB, 256 MB, or 512 MB |
| Mounting Environment |
Enclosed control panel mount |
| Device Dimensions (L x W x H) |
6.5 cm x 4.9 cm x 9.0 cm |
| Net Unit Weight |
0.2 kg |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) |
2.0 kg |
Serial Port Communication Protocols
| Interface Property |
Specification |
| Communication Method |
Half-duplex |
| Synchronization Method |
Start-stop (asynchronous) |
| Supported Baud Rates (kbps) |
0.3, 0.6, 1.2, 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 57.6, 115.2 |
| Maximum Cable Distance |
15 meters maximum |
Empirical Engineering Insights
Alternative Models & Compatibility
The CJ2H-CPU67 serves as a high-performance, drop-in successor to older legacy processors such as the CJ1H and CJ1M series. However, programs utilizing the extended EM memory banks (specifically Banks 7 through E hex) must be compiled with CX-Programmer version 8.02 or higher to prevent register conflicts. Ensure your current expansion racks are compatible with the enhanced backplane bus speed of the CJ2H platform before commissioning.
Application Pitfalls & Engineering Notes
When designing massive logic schemes that utilize the maximum 250K steps, developers must monitor the 128 cyclic task flags carefully. Exceeding this boundary limit or failing to optimize the 100-microsecond CPU overhead processing window can cause unexpected watchdog timeouts during high-density cyclic tasks. Keep task periods balanced to avoid logic execution jitter.
Commissioning & Wiring Tips
To protect the highly sensitive 5 VDC, 0.42 A processor circuitry from electrical transients, maintain a strict single-point functional ground of less than 100 ohms. Avoid running RS-232C serial lines alongside high-voltage motor power leads. For industrial serial setups running near the 15-meter maximum distance limit, ensure high-quality double-shielded twisted-pair cabling is deployed with ground connections strictly terminated on the rack end.
Installation Guidelines
CRITICAL WARNING
Disconnect all primary AC and auxiliary DC power sources before mounting or dismounting the CPU module from the backplane. Hot-swapping the CJ2H-CPU67 under active system power will permanently damage the internal logical bus and invalidate the product warranty.
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Ensure the rack mounting track is clean, level, and properly secured inside a dry, NEMA-rated or IP54-compliant control cabinet.
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Carefully align the backplane connectors of the CJ2H-CPU67 with the main power supply module slot, and push firmly until the unit locks into place.
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Terminate the functional ground terminal to a solid earth ground of less than 100 ohms using a copper wire with a cross-section of at least 2 mm squared.
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Insert the memory card (if required) and secure any serial communication cabling before applying power to the rack.