{"product_id":"nx-ts3101-omron-temperature-input-unit-nx-series","title":"NX-TS3101 Omron Temperature Input Unit NX Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOmron NX-TS3101\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eNX-TS3101\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperature Input Unit utilized to execute multi-channel thermocouple signal acquisition across NX I\/O Bus platforms. Operating with a conversion time of 250 ms per unit via Free-Run refreshing, it accepts up to 4 direct thermocouple sensor inputs including types K, J, T, E, L, U, N, R, S, B, WRe5-26, and PLII. The unit provides signal insulation using internal transformers and photocouplers, maintaining measurement precision down to 0.1 deg C max resolution without drawing I\/O loop power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePart Number Code Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNX\u003c\/strong\u003e: Omron modular I\/O system series identifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Temperature Input Unit functional specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4-point channel density rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thermocouple input sensor interface category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e01\u003c\/strong\u003e: 250 ms\/unit conversion timing option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Performance Metrics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNX-TS3101\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.14 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 cm x 7.1 cm x 10.0 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 W max (CPU \/ Communication Control Unit), 1.30 W max (Coupler)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Sensors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermocouples K, J, T, E, L, U, N, R, S, B, WRe5-26, PLII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 deg C max (0.2 deg C max for R, S, W types)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSampling Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 ms\/unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 kohm min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsolute Maximum Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/-130 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisconnection Detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.1 uA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrewless clamping terminal block (16 terminals x 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransformer (Power), Photocoupler (Signal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Synchronization \u0026amp; Network Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module interfaces directly with EtherCAT and Profinet \/ EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks via the NX backplane bus coupler. Optimized backplane bus communication velocity enables consistent data exchange across high-density panel configurations. Dual photocoupler signal isolation and transformer power isolation prevent cross-channel electrical interference and protect central processing logic. Integrated firmware flash compatibility supports seamless field updates and automatic parameter verification during bus initialization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipment Box Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Omron NX-TS3101 Temperature Input Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x 16-Pin Screwless Clamping Terminal Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Technical Installation Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Mounting \u0026amp; Terminal Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIN Rail Engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the rear locking bracket onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail and push firmly until the mounting latch clicks into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Insertion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Strip conductors or ferrules to 10 mm. Push the wire directly into the screwless clamping terminal hole without using tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Removal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Press down the release tool slot using a flat-head screwdriver while pulling the field wire straight out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermocouple Compensation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Connect compensating leads matching the specific thermocouple type directly to terminal points to avoid CJC errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm-Up Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the unit powered for a 30-minute warm-up period to reach full thermal stability and compensation accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Questions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the procedure for replacing an active NX-TS3101 module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot-swapping is not supported on the NX bus. Power off all CPU, coupler, and I\/O bus supplies before removing or replacing the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the unit handle a disconnected or broken thermocouple cable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn open-circuit detection current of approx 0.1 uA flows continuously. If a break occurs, the module sets disconnection status flags for the CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the NX-TS3101 require an external 24 VDC auxiliary supply?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo auxiliary power wiring is needed. Internal logic and measurement circuits run entirely on power supplied from the backplane NX bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat causes the resolution to shift from 0.1 deg C to 0.2 deg C?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermocouple types R, S, and W feature non-linear thermoelectric outputs at lower millivolt levels, limiting resolution to 0.2 deg C max.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the function of Free-Run refreshing on this module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree-Run refreshing updates internal input data asynchronously to the backplane communication cycle, refreshing values every 250 ms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat isolation voltage does the internal transformer and photocoupler offer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe isolated circuits withstand 510 VAC for 1 minute at 5 mA max leakage current, with insulation resistance exceeding 20 Mohm at 100 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat signal range limit applies to raw voltage inputs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware input rating is capped at an absolute maximum of +\/-130 mV. Voltage levels beyond this threshold risk permanent hardware damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan channels be configured independently for different sensor types?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each of the 4 channels can be individually programmed for different thermocouple types via Sysmac Studio software settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306661789869,"sku":"NX-TS3101","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/NX-TS3101-1_11452735-40bc-45bb-9b21-69240576803a.jpg?v=1790227433","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/nx-ts3101-omron-temperature-input-unit-nx-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}