Product Description

The Keyence KZ-A500 is a compact CPU unit designed for Keyence's modular PLC systems, offering 10 digital inputs and 4 transistor (sink) outputs. It features a high-speed counter capable of handling 30 kHz for 2-phase inputs, making it suitable for precise counting applications. The unit supports a program capacity of up to 30,000 steps and boasts a fast instruction execution time, with basic instructions executing in a minimum of 0.10 µs. Its robust design ensures reliable operation in industrial environments, withstanding noise and voltage fluctuations. The KZ-A500 is ideal for applications requiring compact size, high-speed processing, and reliable performance.

Technical Specifications

• Model: KZ-A500
• Type: CPU Unit for Modular PLC Systems
• Inputs: 10 digital inputs
• Outputs: 4 transistor (sink) outputs
• High-Speed Counter: 2 points, 24-bit, 30 kHz, 2-phase
• Program Capacity: 30,000 steps
• Instruction Execution Time:
• Basic Instructions: Minimum 0.10 µs
• Average: 0.44 µs
• Application Instructions: Average 6.45 µs
• I/O Unit Expansion: Up to 13 units (maximum 2,030 I/O points)
• Power Supply: 24 VDC ±10%
• Current Consumption: 165 mA (excluding I/O drive current)
• Environmental Conditions:
• Operating Temperature: 0 to +50°C
• Operating Humidity: 35% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
• Insulation Resistance: 50 MΩ or more (DC 500V)
• Dielectric Strength: AC 1,500 V for 1 minute
• Noise Immunity: 1,500 Vp-p or more, pulse width 1 µs, 50 ns
• Mounting: DIN rail
• Weight: Approximately 160 g​