AutomationDirect Expands Portfolio with Autonics CT Counter/Timers
The expansion into the Autonics CT series addresses a growing need in the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) market for cost-effective yet high-performance timing and counting solutions. These units are designed for high-speed pulse processing, making them ideal for packaging, textile, and assembly line applications where precise B2B industrial technology is paramount. A standout feature of the series is its dual-functionality, allowing a single device to operate as either a digital counter or a multi-range timer, which simplifies inventory management and reduces system complexity for panel builders and system integrators.
Technical flexibility is a hallmark of the new offering, with units available in various DIN sizes—including a specialized 72 x 72 mm format—and supporting both 120 VAC and 24 VDC power configurations. For facilities moving toward digital transformation, select models feature RS-485 communication ports, enabling remote monitoring and configuration through DAQMaster software. This connectivity allows the devices to feed real-time operational data into broader SCADA or DCS frameworks, supporting the implementation of basic predictive analytics software by tracking machine cycles and run times. By providing expanded output options and user-friendly front-panel pushbuttons, the CT series ensures that even complex batching and high-speed counting tasks remain accessible and reliable in demanding industrial environments.
Written by: Harrison Reed Harrison Reed is a control systems engineer with over 12 years of hands-on experience in discrete manufacturing and component sourcing. He specializes in the integration of sensors and actuators within automated assembly lines and has authored numerous technical guides on industrial IoT hardware standards.