Schneider Electric TSX3710164DTK1 Modicon TSX Micro Base Controller

The Schneider Electric TSX3710164DTK1 is a compact modular base controller for the Modicon TSX Micro automation platform. Operating on 24 V DC power (19.2 to 30 V DC range), this controller integrates high-density discrete I/O accessible via HE10 connectors, featuring 32 discrete 24 V DC inputs and 32 solid-state outputs. It combines fast PLC execution with built-in serial connectivity to handle localized machine control and distributed automation tasks without requiring external expansion cards.

Processing Performance and System Memory

The unit is structured around a high-speed processor capable of executing Boolean instructions in 0.25 $\mu$s and REAL floating-point arithmetic instructions in 4.81 $\mu$s. System memory includes 14 Kwords of internal RAM for data storage and 15 Kwords of Flash memory. Application structures accommodate 1 master task, 1 fast task, and 8 event tasks, with a main task system overhead of 1.9 ms.

Integrated Interfaces and Field Wiring

Field I/O connections rely on HE10 ribbon connectors designed for high-density wiring layouts. Communication is handled natively via two integrated serial channels: one Uni-Telway serial link operating at 19.2 kbit/s and one Modbus RTU serial interface at 19.2 kbit/s. A built-in real-time clock maintains system time-stamping across tasks and communication cycles.

Power Management and Environmental Tolerances

The controller draws a total useful secondary power of 16 W and features a micro-fracture resistance of up to 10 ms to withstand short supply interruptions. It incorporates built-in overload and short-circuit protection for output channels. Environmental ratings cover an operating temperature range of 0 to 60 deg C and relative humidity tolerances from 10% to 95% non-condensing.

Technical Specification

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What connector type is used for connecting field I/O on the TSX3710164DTK1? A: Field discrete signals connect via HE10 ribbon connectors rather than traditional screw terminal blocks, allowing high-density 32-input and 32-output wiring.

Q: Can the TSX3710164DTK1 execute floating-point arithmetic natively? A: Yes, the processor executes REAL floating-point arithmetic instructions in 4.81 $\mu$s without requiring an optional PCMCIA expansion card.

Q: How are communication connections established on this controller? A: The controller features two built-in serial communication links on the base unit: one Uni-Telway interface and one Modbus RTU interface, both fixed at 19.2 kbit/s.