{"product_id":"omron-g9sx-ex401-rc-g9sx-flexible-safety-expansion-unit","title":"Omron G9SX-EX401-RC G9SX Flexible Safety Expansion Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo scale safety control systems efficiently, the \u003cstrong\u003eOmron G9SX-EX401-RC\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as a robust \u003cstrong\u003esafety expansion unit\u003c\/strong\u003e within the G9SX family. This expansion module allows engineers to increase the number of safety outputs of a primary G9SX master safety controller without sacrificing diagnostic coverage or safety integrity levels. Operating on a stable 24 VDC power supply, the unit provides logical connection and physical safety output multiplication for complex emergency stop, interlocking, and light curtain circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with spring-cage terminal blocks, this module simplifies wiring installation and ensures secure, vibration-resistant connections in demanding industrial environments. The unit features instantaneous outputs, ensuring rapid response times when a safety demand is triggered by the primary controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides expansion of up to four instantaneous safety outputs to existing safety configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpring-cage (tension clamp) terminal blocks for fast wiring and reliable connection under vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne auxiliary output for PLC status feedback and diagnostic monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eZero off-delay safety outputs for immediate machinery shutdown commands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact DIN-rail mounting design for space-saving panel integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmergency stop circuit expansion in high-density machinery layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety guard and 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Supply Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-15% to 10% of rated supply voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Power Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 W maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 Instantaneous Safety Outputs (Relay), 1 Auxiliary Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Load (Resistive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e250 VAC at 3 A \/ 30 VDC at 3 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      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