Manufacturer: Omron
Product No.: E5CN-C2TU
Country of origin:Japan
Product Type: Digital Temperature Controllers
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 500g
Dimensions: 48 x 48 mm (depth depends on mounting socket)
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Designed to deliver precise process thermal control in high-density panel configurations, the Omron E5CN-C2TU is a 1/16 DIN (48 x 48 mm) digital temperature controller engineered for industrial automation environments. This model utilizes a current output as its primary control output, making it highly compatible with modulating control devices such as silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCRs) and analog control valves. Featuring a multi-input architecture, it supports both thermocouples and platinum resistance thermometers (RTD) without requiring hardware reconfiguration. With built-in preventive maintenance functions, including an ON/OFF transition counter for the control outputs, this controller helps track relay degradation and schedule proactive maintenance cycles before field failures occur.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Omron |
| Model | E5CN-C2TU |
| Product Class | Basic-type Digital Temperature Controller (1/16 DIN) |
| Supply Voltage | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 48 x 48 mm (depth depends on mounting socket) |
| Primary Control Output | Current Output (4 to 20 mA DC / 0 to 20 mA DC) |
| Auxiliary Outputs | 2 SPST-NO relay outputs |
| Input Formats | Thermocouple or Resistance Thermometer (RTD) |
| Indication Accuracy | Thermocouple: +/-0.3% of PV | RTD: +/-0.2% of PV |
| Base/Terminal Type | Plug-in Model (Requires 11-pin socket) |
| Housing Color | Black |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 1.1 kg |
The E5CN-C2TU plug-in design is specifically intended for systems requiring rapid serviceability. It interfaces directly with standard Omron 11-pin sockets (such as P2CF-11 or P3GA-11). When replacing older E5CN generation controllers, confirm if the original unit was a direct screw-terminal type (E5CN-C2T) or a plug-in type (E5CN-C2TU); a standard terminal-block model cannot plug into an 11-pin base without replacing the housing and socket wiring assembly.
Because this controller utilizes an analog current output (4-20 mA DC), pay close attention to the allowable load impedance of the receiving control device (e.g., SCR driver or modulating valve positioner). Exceeding the controller's maximum load resistance limit will cause output saturation and non-linear control loops. Additionally, ensure the sensor cabling is completely segregated from power distribution paths to prevent induced high-frequency electrical noise from degrading PV reading accuracy.
When using thermocouple inputs, always ensure that the correct cold-junction compensation is active and that only matched thermocouple compensation wires are used for panel routing. For 3-wire RTD configurations, verify that all three lead wires have identical electrical resistance; any imbalance between the A, B, and B' lines will introduce systematic offset errors in the PV reading.
Before installing or removing the controller body from its socket, ensure the mains power supply (100 to 240 VAC) and all auxiliary contact circuit voltages are fully de-energized. Failure to disconnect active electrical power before extraction can result in electrical arcing, damage to the controller internal logic boards, or severe personal injury.
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