Omron NX Autonomous Safety Controller

The NX series of safety control units offers a simple and flexible design for controlling high-speed applications, high-pressure movement control, and safety control in an engineering environment. This functionality is enhanced when used in combination with the NJ series machine automation controller and Sysmac Studio automation software.

This contributes to improved productivity and ensures safety in accordance with international standards and regulations.

Integration

• Safety can be integrated into the automation system using the NX series EtherCAT coupler.
• The Safety CPU unit controls up to 128 safety I/O units.

Features

• 4 or 8 points per safety input unit; the 4-point safety input unit can be connected directly to OMRON contactless switches and single beam sensors.
• 2 or 4 points per safety output unit; the 2-point safety output unit is characterized by its high output cut-off current of 2.0 A.
• Safety units can be freely distributed with any combination of standard NX I/O.
• Conforms to IEC61131-3.
• Safety programs can be standardized and reused efficiently using design and operation usage points.

Certifications

• EN ISO13849-1 (PLe/safety category 4) certification, IEC 61508 (SIL3).

Connectivity & Software

• A Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) protocol connection allows for flexible configuration by combining safety units with standard NX I/O.
• Hardware and safety circuits can be configured with SYSMAC Studio (version 1.07).