140CRA21210
May 16, 2026

140CRA21210

140CRA21210 Modicon Quantum DIO Drop Interface Module 115/230 VAC, 1 Redundant Port, Distributed I/O Adapter

Description

140CRA21210

Modicon Quantum DIO Drop Interface Module

115/230 VAC, 1 Redundant Port, Distributed I/O Adapter

English User Manual / Datasheet (Full Version)


1. General Information

  • Part Number: 140CRA21210

  • Manufacturer: Schneider Electric

  • Platform: Modicon Quantum PLC

  • Module Type: DIO (Distributed I/O) Drop Interface with integrated AC power supply

  • Ports: 1 × redundant DIO port (7‑pole terminal block)

  • Power Supply: 115/230 VAC (wide range 85–276 VAC, 47–63 Hz)

  • Form Factor: Single slot, standard Quantum backplane

  • Weight: ~0.7 kg

  • Protection: Standard (non‑coated)

  • Status: Active standard product

  • Key Difference from 21120: AC power (115/230 V) instead of 24 VDC; 1 DIO port instead of 2.


2. Electrical Specifications (AC Power)

  • Rated Voltage: 115 / 230 VAC (auto‑sensing)

  • Operating Range: 85 … 276 VAC

  • Frequency: 47 … 63 Hz

  • Input Current (max):

    • 0.2 A @ 115 VAC

    • 0.4 A @ 230 VAC

  • Inrush Current:

    • 10 A @ 115 VAC

    • 20 A @ 230 VAC

  • Power Rating: 50 VA

  • Power Dissipation: ~11 W

  • Backplane Output: 5.1 VDC / 3 A nominal

  • Min. Load Current: 0 A

  • Fuse Rating (Recommended): 1.5 A

  • Protection:

    • Short‑circuit protection

    • Output overvoltage protection

  • Buffer Time: ≤ 1 ms


3. I/O Capacity

  • Input Words: 30

  • Output Words: 32

  • Isolation Voltage: 500 VDC (channel‑to‑backplane)


4. Communication

  • Protocol: Modbus‑compatible DIO (Distributed I/O)

  • Ports: 1 × redundant DIO port (7‑pole terminal block)

  • Topology: Point‑to‑point / multidrop / redundant ring

  • Cable: Shielded twisted pair

  • Termination: Software‑selectable TERM


5. Environmental

  • Operating Temperature: 0 °C … +60 °C

  • Storage Temperature: −40 °C … +85 °C

  • Relative Humidity: 5% … 95% non‑condensing

  • Altitude: ≤ 5,000 m

  • Shock/Vibration: Industrial standard

  • ESD Immunity: 4 kV contact / 8 kV air

  • EM Field Immunity: 10 V/m (80–2000 MHz)


6. Physical & Mechanical

  • Dimensions: Standard Quantum single slot

  • Mounting: Quantum backplane (hot‑swap capable)

  • LED Indicators:

    • PWR: Green = Power OK

    • COM: Green blinking = Communication active

    • ERR: Red = Fault (comm loss / config error)

    • PORT: Green = Link up


7. Installation & Wiring

7.1 Mounting

  1. Power OFF the Quantum rack.

  2. Insert module into any single‑slot position.

  3. Latch and tighten screw.

7.2 AC Power Wiring (115/230 VAC)

  • L: Line (Live)

  • N: Neutral

  • PE: Protective Earth

  • Wire size: 0.75–2.5 mm²

  • Warning: Verify voltage before powering ON.

7.3 DIO Communication Wiring

  • Connect shielded twisted pair to the DIO port (7‑pole terminal block).

  • Shield: Ground at one end only (PE).

  • Redundant mode: Single port with redundant ring topology.


8. Configuration (Unity Pro)

  1. Add 140CRA21210 in hardware catalog.

  2. Set DIO address (1–63).

  3. Enable redundancy (single port ring).

  4. Assign I/O map: 30 In / 32 Out words.

  5. Download configuration to PLC.


9. Operation & LED Status

  • PWR ON: Module powered.

  • COM Blinking: Data exchange active.

  • ERR Steady Red: Communication loss / remote drop fault.

  • ERR Flashing: Address conflict / config mismatch.

  • PORT Green: Link up.


10. Certifications

  • CE

  • UL 508

  • CSA C22.2 No.142 / Class 1 Div 2

  • C‑Tick, DNV, GOST

  • RoHS compliant


11. Ordering Information

  • 140CRA21210: Standard, 115/230 VAC, 1 redundant DIO port

  • 140CRA21210C: Conformal coated (harsh environment)


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