What Is SCADA? Supervisory Control Without Replacing the PLC
SCADA sits above PLCs and RTUs: it acquires field data, alarms operators, and issues supervisory commands across plants and remote assets—without replacing local deterministic control.

Optimized for decentralized industrial networks, the Omron CP2E-N40DT-D micro-PLC integrates essential automation control with native Ethernet capabilities. This controller is designed specifically for machinery setups requiring remote monitoring, multi-node fieldbus communications, and compact footprint configurations. Running on a robust 24 VDC power supply, it features 40 built-in digital I/O points and an integrated dual-port Ethernet switch, drastically reducing wiring complexity and eliminating the need for external network switch hardware.
| Parameter | Technical Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Omron Industrial Automation |
| Model Number | CP2E-N40DT-D |
| Series Type | CP2E Series (N-Type / Network Model) |
| Supply Voltage | 24 VDC (Acceptable range: 20.4 to 26.4 VDC) |
| Total Built-in I/O | 40 Points (24 Inputs, 16 Outputs) |
| Digital Inputs | 24 points, 24 VDC (Sinking / Sourcing, IEC 61131-2 Type 1 compliant) |
| Digital Outputs | 16 points, Transistor (Sinking) |
| Output Load Capacity | 24 VDC, 0.3 A max per point; 3.6 A max per common terminal |
| Program Capacity | 10,000 steps |
| Data Memory Capacity | 16,000 words |
| Integrated Interfaces | 2x RJ45 Ethernet ports (with internal switch functionality), 1x USB 2.0 (Type-B) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to 60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to 70 degC |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 0.85 kg |
| Package Dimensions (Calculated) | 165 mm x 125 mm x 100 mm |
| Terminal / Interface | Signal / Purpose |
|---|---|
| Power Terminals | 24 VDC (+ / -) & Functional Ground (FG) |
| Input Terminal Block (Top) | Channels 00 to 11 (High-speed and standard inputs with common terminals) |
| Output Terminal Block (Bottom) | Channels 00 to 07 (Sinking transistor configurations with shared common grounds) |
| Dual Ethernet Ports (RJ45) | Integrated switch ports supporting EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP peer connection |
| USB Port (Type-B) | Programming, parameterization, and diagnostic monitoring connection |
The CP2E-N40DT-D serves as a natural upgrade path for legacy CP1E-N40DT-D controllers. When converting programs inside Omron CX-Programmer (version 9.72 or higher), ensure that the target PLC architecture is set correctly to enable access to the expanded memory and advanced function blocks of the CP2E. Please note that while input and output footprint assignments remain identical, the built-in Ethernet settings must be explicitly defined under the CP2E network settings module to initialize the internal Ethernet switch registers.
When mounting this unit horizontally within standard control panels, passive heat dissipation is highly efficient. However, if the ambient cabinet temperature exceeds 50 degC, it is critical to de-rate the simultaneous input-on ratio. Specifically, avoid running more than 60% of the inputs simultaneously at 24 VDC to prevent internal optical isolation degradation. Additionally, since the outputs are sinking transistor configurations, external clamp diodes must be installed on inductive loads (such as DC solenoids or relays) to protect the internal transistors from high-voltage flyback transients.
The built-in dual RJ45 Ethernet ports function as an internal Ethernet switch and share a single IP address. Do not create physical loops in your Ethernet layout unless utilizing an external managed switch with Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) enabled elsewhere in the network topology. For reliable high-speed counter positioning up to 100 kHz, utilize shielded twisted-pair (STP) cabling for inputs 00 through 03, terminating the shield securely at the panel's star ground block rather than at the PLC's signal common terminal.
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Japan
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