Brand:Schneider PLC Item No.:TM5C24D18T Product Origin:France Product Dimensions:110 × 66.8 × 50 mm Product Weight:0.36 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The Schneider TM5C24D18T Compact I/O Expansion Block Module is a high-density digital I/O solution developed for the Modicon TM5 automation platform. Combining 24 digital inputs with 18 transistor outputs, it provides machine builders with an efficient option for expanding PLC control systems while maintaining a compact installation footprint.
Built with multiple TM5 electronic modules assembled into a single compact unit, the TM5C24D18T simplifies automation system design while maintaining the flexibility and reliability required in industrial environments. Its combination of high channel density, 24 V DC operation, and transistor output performance makes it suitable for demanding machine control applications.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Details
Manufacturer
Schneider Electric
Model
TM5C24D18T
Product Family
Modicon TM5
Module Type
Compact I/O Expansion Block Module
Total I/O Points
42
Digital Inputs
24 Channels
Digital Outputs
18 Channels
Output Type
Transistor Output
Input Voltage
24 V DC
Input Voltage Range
20.4...28.8 V DC
Output Voltage
24 V DC
Output Logic
Source Output
Output Current
0.5 A per Channel
Peak Output Current
9 A
Integrated Modules
5 TM5 Electronic Modules
Input Configuration
2 × 12 Digital Input Modules
Output Configuration
3 × 6 Digital Output Modules
Analog Inputs
None
Analog Outputs
None
Communication Bus
TM5 Bus
Compatible System
Modicon TM5 Modular I/O
Installation Method
DIN Rail Mount
Connection Type
Removable Terminal Connection
Protection Rating
IP20
Dimensions
Approx. 99 × 62.5 × 75 mm
Weight
Approx. 240 g
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Where It Excels in Industrial Use
• Designed for Schneider Electric Modicon TM5 automation systems, providing a high-density digital I/O expansion solution with 24 digital inputs and 18 transistor outputs for advanced machine control applications.
• Suitable for packaging machinery, material handling equipment, assembly systems, and distributed automation solutions where compact design and flexible field signal management are essential.
• Ideal for Modicon TM5 architectures requiring large numbers of discrete signals while maintaining efficient cabinet organization and simplified system integration.
Key Strengths at a Glance
• Integrates 24 digital inputs and 18 transistor outputs into a single compact I/O expansion block, reducing installation complexity and saving valuable control cabinet space.
• Combines multiple TM5 electronic modules into one factory-assembled unit, including two 12-channel digital input modules and three 6-channel digital output modules.
• Provides reliable 24 V DC transistor output control for actuators, valves, indicators, and other industrial field devices requiring fast switching performance.
• Supports scalable Modicon TM5 distributed I/O solutions with flexible configuration options for modern machine automation projects.
Technical FAQs
1. What type of module is the Schneider TM5C24D18T?
The Schneider TM5C24D18T is a Modicon TM5 Compact I/O Expansion Block Module combining digital input and transistor output functions.
2. What is the main function of the TM5C24D18T?
The module collects digital field signals through its input channels and controls external DC devices through transistor output channels.
3. How many digital inputs does the TM5C24D18T provide?
The TM5C24D18T provides 24 digital input channels operating at 24 V DC.
4. How many digital outputs are available on the TM5C24D18T?
The module provides 18 transistor digital output channels.
5. What output technology does the TM5C24D18T use?
The TM5C24D18T uses transistor-based digital outputs designed for fast and reliable switching of compatible DC loads.
6. Is the TM5C24D18T an analog I/O module?
No. The TM5C24D18T is a digital I/O expansion block and does not provide analog input or analog output channels.
7. Which Schneider Electric systems are compatible with the TM5C24D18T?
The TM5C24D18T is designed for Schneider Electric Modicon TM5 modular I/O systems used with compatible TM5 controllers.
8. Does the TM5C24D18T require software configuration?
Yes. The module parameters and I/O settings are configured through Schneider Electric automation engineering software.
9. What types of devices can be connected to the TM5C24D18T?
The module can connect to digital sensors, switches, solenoid valves, contactors, indicators, and other compatible 24 V DC field devices.
10. What advantage does the TM5C24D18T provide compared with separate I/O modules?
It combines multiple digital I/O functions into one compact assembly, helping simplify system design, reduce wiring effort, and improve automation efficiency.
