UNITRONICS UIA-0402N Uni-Input-Output Modules User Guide

June 13, 2024
UNITRONICS

UNITRONICS UIA-0402N Uni-Input-Output Modules

Important instruction

Uni-I/O™ is a family of Input/output modules that are compatible with the UniStream™ control platform.
This guide provides basic installation information for the UIA-0402N module. Technical specifications may be downloaded from the Unitronics website.
The UniStream™ platform comprises
CPU controllers, HMI panels, and local
I/O modules
that snap together to form an
all-in-one Programmable Logic
Controller (PLC).

Install Uni-I/O™ modules:

  • Onto the back of any UniStream™ HMI Panel comprising a CPU-for-Panel.

  • Onto a DIN-rail, using a Local Expansion Kit.

The maximum number of Uni-I/O™ modules that can be connected to a single CPU controller is limited. For details, please refer to the specification sheets of the UniStream™ CPU or any of the relevant Local Expansion Kits.

Before You Begin

Before installing the device, the installer must:

  • Read and understand this document.
  • Verify the Kit Contents.

Installation option requirements

If you are installing a Uni-I/O™ module onto:

  • A UniStream™ HMI Panel; the Panel must comprise a CPU-for-Panel, installed according to the CPU-for-Panel installation guide.
  • A DIN-rail; you must use a Local Expansion Kit, available by separate order, to integrate the Uni-I/O™ modules on the DIN-rail into a UniStream™ control system.

Alert Symbols and General Restrictions

When any of the following symbols appear, read the associated information carefully.

Symbol Meaning Description
Danger The identified danger causes physical and property damage
Warning The identified danger could cause physical and property damage.
Caution Caution Use caution
  • All examples and diagrams are intended to aid understanding, and do not guarantee operation. Unitronics accepts no responsibility for actual use of this product based on these examples.

  • Please dispose of this product according to local and national standards and regulations.

  • This product should be installed only by qualified personnel.

  • Failure to comply with appropriate safety guidelines can cause severe injury or property damage.

  • Do not attempt to use this device with parameters that exceed permissible levels.

  • Do not connect/disconnect the device when power is on.

Environmental Considerations

  • Ventilation: 10mm (0.4”) of space is required between the device top/bottom edges and the enclosure’s walls.
  • Do not install in areas with: excessive or conductive dust, corrosive or flammable gas, moisture or rain, excessive heat, regular impact shocks or excessive vibration, in accordance with the standards and limitations given in the product’s technical specification sheet.
  • Do not place in water or let water leak onto the unit.
  • Do not allow debris to fall inside the unit during installation.
  • Install at maximum distance from high-voltage cables and power equipment.

Kit Contents

  • 1 UIA-0402N module
  • 4 I/O terminal blocks (2 black and 2 gray)

UIA-0402N Diagram

1| DIN-rail clips| Provide physical support for CPU and modules. There are two clips: one at the top (shown), one at the bottom (not shown).
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2| Inputs 0-1| Input connection points
3| Inputs 2-3
4| I/O Bus – Left| Left-side Connector
5| Bus Connector Lock| Slide the Bus Connector Lock to the left, to electrically connect the UniI/O™ module to the CPU or adjacent module.
6| I/O Bus – Right| Right-Side Connector, shipped covered. Leave covered when not in use.
Bus Connector Cover
7| Output 1| Output connection points
8| Output 0
9| Output LEDs| Red LEDs
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10| Input LEDs| Red LEDs
11| Status LED| Tricolor LED, Green/Red/Orange

N OTE ▪ Refer to the module’s specification sheet for LED indications.

12| Module door| Shipped covered with protective tape to prevent the door from being scratched. Remove tape during installation.
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13| Screw holes| Enable panel-mounting; hole diameter: 4mm (0.15”).

About the I/O Bus Connectors

The I/O Bus connectors provide the physical and electrical connection points between modules. The connector is shipped covered by a protective cover, protecting the connector from debris, damage, and ESD.

The I/O Bus – Left (#4 in diagram) can be connected to either a CPU-for-Panel, a Uni-COM™ module, to another Uni-I/O™ module or to the End Unit of a Local Expansion Kit.
The I/O Bus – Right (#6 in diagram) can be connected to another I/O module, or to the Base Unit of the Local Expansion Kit.

Caution

  • If the I/O module is located last in the configuration, and nothing is to be connected to it, do not remove its Bus Connector Cover.

Installation

  • Turn off system power before connecting or disconnecting any modules or devices.
  • Use proper precautions to prevent Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).

Installing a Uni-I/O™ Module onto a UniStream™ HMI Panel

NOTE

The DIN-rail type structure on the back of the panel provides the physical support for the UniI/O™ module.

  1. Check the unit to which you will connect the Uni-I/O™ module to verify that its Bus Connector is not covered.

If the Uni-I/O™ module is to be the last one in the configuration, do not remove the cover of its I/O Bus Connector – Right.

  1.  Open the door of the Uni-I/O™ module and hold it as shown in the accompanying figure.

  2. Use the upper and lower guide-tunnels (tongue & groove) to slide the Uni-I/O™ module into place.

  3. Verify that the DIN-rail clips located at the top and bottom of the Uni-I/O™ module have snapped onto the DIN-rail.

  4. Slide the Bus Connector Lock all the way to the left as shown in the accompanying figure.

  5. If there is already a module located to its right, complete the connection by sliding the Bus Connector lock of the adjacent unit to the left.

  6. If the module is the last in the configuration, leave the I/O bus connector covered.

Removing a Module

  1. Turn off the system power.
  2. Disconnect the I/O terminals (#2,3,7,8 in the diagram).
  3. Disconnect the Uni-I/O™ module from the adjacent units: slide its Bus Connector Lock to the right. If there is a unit located on its right, slide the lock of this module to the right as well.
  4. On the Uni-I/O™ module, pull the top DIN-rail clip up and the bottom clip down.
  5. Open the door of the Uni-I/O™ and hold it with two fingers as shown in the figure on page 3; then pull it carefully from its place.

Installing Uni-I/O™ modules onto a DIN-rail

To mount modules onto a DIN-rail, follow steps 1-7 in Installing a Uni-I/O™ Module onto a UniStream™ HMI Panel on page 3.

In order to connect the modules to a UniStream™ controller, you must use a Local Expansion Kit.

These kits are available with and without power supplies, and with cables of varying lengths. For complete information, please refer to the installation guide of the relevant Local Expansion Kit.

Numbering Modules

You can number modules for reference purposes. A set of 20 stickers is provided with every CPU-for-Panel; use these stickers to number the modules.

  • The set contains numbered and blank stickers as shown in the figure to the left.
  • Place them on the modules as shown in the figure to the right.

UL Compliance

The following section is relevant to Unitronics’ products that are listed with the UL. The following models: UIA-0006, UID-0808R, UID-W1616R,UIS-WCB1 are UL listed for Hazardous Locations. The following models: UIA-0006, UIA-0402N,UIA- 0402NL,UIA-0800N,UID-0016R,UID-0016RL, UID-0016T, UID-0808R, UID-0808RL, UID- 0808T, UID-0808THS, UID-0808THSL, UID-0808TL, UID-1600, UID-1600L, UID-W1616R, UID-W1616T, UIS-04PTKN, UIS-04PTN, UIS-08TC, UIS-WCB1, UIS-WCB2 are UL listed for Ordinary Location.

UL Ratings, Programmable Controllers for Use in Hazardous Locations, Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D

These Release Notes relate to all Unitronics products that bear the UL symbols used to mark products that have been approved for use in hazardous locations, Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D.

Caution

  • This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D, or Nonhazardous locations only.
    Input and output wiring must be in accordance with Class I, Division 2 wiring methods and in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction.
    WARNING—Explosion Hazard—substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.

  • WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – Do not connect or disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.

  • WARNING – Exposure to some chemicals may degrade the sealing properties of material usedin Relays.

  • This equipment must be installed using wiring methods as required for Class I, Division 2 as per the NEC and/or CEC.

  • This equipment is designed to operate only at SELV/PELV/Class 2/Limited Power environments.

  • All power supplies in the system must include double insulation. Power supply outputs must be rated
    as SELV/PELV/Class 2/Limited Power.

  • Do not connect either the ‘Neutral’ or ‘Line’ signal of the 110/220VAC to device’s 0V point.

  • Do not touch live wires.

  • All wiring activities should be performed while power is OFF.

  • Use over-current protection, such as a fuse or circuit breaker, to avoid excessive currents into the UIA-0402N supply port.

  • Unused points should not be connected (unless otherwise specified). Ignoring this directive may damage the device.

  • Double-check all wiring before turning on the power supply.

Caution

  • To avoid damaging the wire, use a maximum torque of 0.5 N·m (5 kgf·cm).
  • Do not use tin, solder, or any substance on stripped wire that might cause the wire strand to break.
  • Install at maximum distance from high-voltage cables and power equipment.

Wiring Procedure

Use crimp terminals for wiring; use 26-12 AWG wire (0.13 mm2 –3.31 mm2

  1. Strip the wire to a length of 7±0.5mm (0.250–0.300 inches).
  2. Unscrew the terminal to its widest position before inserting a wire.
  3. Insert the wire completely into the terminal to ensure a proper connection.
  4. Tighten enough to keep the wire from pulling free.

UIA-0402N Connection Points

All wiring diagrams and instructions in this document refer to the UIA-0402N connection points.

These points are arranged in four groups of 7 points as shown in the figure to the right.

Two top groups
Input connection points
Two bottom groups
Outputs and power supply connection points

Wiring Guidelines

In order to ensure that the device will operate properly and to avoid electromagnetic interference:

  • Use a metal cabinet. Make sure the cabinet and its doors are properly earthed.

  • Use wires that are properly sized for the load.

  • Use shielded twisted pair cables for wiring Analog I/O signals; do not use the cable shield as a signal common (CM) / return path.

  • Route each I/O signal with its own dedicated common wire. Connect common wires at their respective common (CM)
    points at the I/O module.

  • Individually connect each 0V point and each common (CM) point in the system to the power supply 0V terminal, unless
    otherwise specified.

  • Individually connect each functional ground point ( ) to the earth of the system (preferably to the metal cabinet chassis).
    Use the shortest and thickest wires possible: less than 1m (3.3’) in length, minimum thickness 14 AWG (2 mm2 ).

  • Connect the power supply 0V to the earth of the system.

  • Earthing the cables’ shield:

  • Connect the cable shield to the earth of the system – preferably to the metal cabinet chassis. Note  that the shield must be connected only at one end of the cable; typically, earthing the shield at theUIA-0402N end performs better.

  • Keep shield connections as short as possible.

  • Ensure shield continuity when extending shielded cables.

NOTE For detailed information, refer to the document System Wiring Guidelines, located in the Technical Library in the Unitronics’ website.

Wiring the Power Supply

This module requires an external 24VDC power supply.

  • The 0V of the UIA-0402N must be connected to the HMI Panel’s 0V. Ignoring this directive may damage the device.
  • In the event of voltage fluctuations or non-conformity to voltage power supply specifications, connect the device to a regulated power supply.

Connect the 24V and 0V terminals as shown in the accompanying figure.

Wiring the Analog Inputs

  • NO The inputs are not isolated.

  • TE Each input offers two modes: voltage or current. You can set each input independently. The mode is determined both by
    wiring and by the hardware configuration within the software application.

  • Voltage and current modes use distinct points. Connect only the point associated with the selected mode; leave the other point unconnected

  • Each input has its own common point (CM0 for I0, etc.).

Voltage

Wiring the Analog Outputs

  • NO The outputs are not isolated.
  • TE Each output offers two modes: voltage or current. You can set each output independently. The mode is determined both by wiring and by the hardware configuration within the software application.
  • Voltage and current modes use distinct points. Connect only the point associated with the selected mode; leave the other point unconnected.
  • Each output has its own common point (CM4 for O0, CM5 for O1). Connect each analog output using its corresponding CM point.
  • Do not connect CM4 or CM5 to the system 0V.
  • Do not use points CM4 or CM5 for any purpose other than connecting the analog output load. Using them for any other purpose may damage the module.

Technical Specifications

This guide provides specifications for Unitronics’ Uni-I/O™ module UIA-0402N. This module comprises:

  • 4 analog inputs, 13 bit
  • 2 analog outputs, 13/14 bit

Uni-I/O modules are compatible with UniStream™ family of Programmable Logic Controllers. They may be either snapped onto the back of a UniStream™ HMI Panel next to a CPU-for-Panel to create an all-in-one HMI + PLC controller, or installed on a standard DIN Rail using a Local Expansion Adapter.

Installation Guides are available in the Unitronics Technical Library at www.unitronics.com

Analog Inputs

Number of inputs| 4
Input range (1) (2)| Input Type| Nominal Values| Over-range Values| Overflow Values
0 ÷ 10VDC| 0 ≤ Vin ≤ 10VDC| 10 < Vin ≤ 10.15VDC| Vin > 10.15VDC
0 ÷ 20mA| 0 ≤ in ≤ 20mA| 20 < in ≤ 20.3mA| in > 20.3mA
Absolute maximum rating| ±30V (Voltage), ±30mA (Current)
Isolation| None
Conversion method| Successive approximation
Resolution| 13 bits
Accuracy

(25°C / -20°C to

55°C)

| ±0.3% / ±0.5% of full scale (Voltage)

±0.3% / ±0.4% of full scale (Current)

Input impedence| 552kΩ (Voltage), 118Ω (Current)
Noise rejection| 10Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 400Hz
Step response (3)

(0 to 100% of final value)

| Smoothing| Noise Rejection Frequency
| 400Hz| 60Hz| 50Hz| 10Hz
None| 2.7ms| 16.86ms| 20.2ms| 100.2ms
Weak| 10.2ms| 66.86ms| 80.2ms| 400.2ms
Medium| 20.2ms| 133.53ms| 160.2ms| 800.2ms
Strong| 40.2ms| 266.86ms| 320.2ms| 1600.2ms
Update time (3)

| Noise Rejection Frequency| Update Time
400Hz| 1.25ms
60Hz| 8.33ms
50Hz| 10ms
10Hz| 50ms
Operational signal range (signal + common mode)| Voltage mode – xV: -1V ÷ 12.5V ; CMx: -1V ÷ 2.5V

Current mode – x: -1V ÷ 2.8V ; CMx: -1V ÷ 0.4V ( x=0,1,2 or 3 )

Common mode

rejection

| 30dB @ 10Hz, 50Hz,  60Hz or 400Hz noise rejection mode
Normal mode rejection| 60dB @ 10Hz, 50Hz or 60Hz noise rejection mode

45dB @ 400Hz noise rejection mode

Cable| Shielded twisted pair
Diagnostics (4)| Analog input overflow
Analog Outputs|
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Number of outputs| 2
Output range (2)| Output Type| Nominal Values| Over-range Values| Overflow Values
0÷10VDC| 0≤Vout≤10VDC| 10<Vout≤10.15VDC| Vout>10.15VDC
-10÷10VDC| -10≤Vout≤10VDC| -10.15Vout<-10VDC

10<Vout≤10.15VDC

| Vout<-10.15VDC

Vout>10.15VDC

0÷20mA| 0≤out≤20mA| 20≤out≤20.3mA| out>20.3mA
4÷20mA| 4≤out≤20mA| 20≤out≤20.3mA| out>20.3mA
Isolation| None
Resolution| 0 ÷ 10VDC – 14 bit

-10 ÷ 10VDC – 13 bit + sign

0 ÷ 20mA – 13 bit

4 ÷ 20mA – 13 bit

Accuracy

(25°C /-20°C to 55°C)

| ±0.3% / ±0.5% of full scale (Voltage)

±0.5% / ±0.7% of full scale (Current)

Load impedance| Voltage – 2kΩ minimum

Current – 600Ω maximum

Settling time

(95% of new value)

| 0 ÷ 10VDC – 1.8ms (2kΩ resistive load), 3.7ms (2kΩ + 1uF load)

-10 ÷ 10VDC – 3ms (2kΩ resistive load), 5.5ms (2kΩ + 1uF load)

0 ÷ 20mA and 4 ÷ 20mA – 1.7ms (600Ω load), 1.7ms (600Ω + 10mH load)

Cable| Shielded twisted pair
Diagnostics (4)| Voltage – Short circuit

Current – Open circuit

Power Supply|
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Nominal operating voltage| 24VDC
Operating voltage| 20.4 ÷ 28.8VDC
Maximum current consumption| 150mA @ 24VDC
Diagnostics (4)| Supply level: Normal / Low or missing.
IO/COM Bus|
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Bus current consumption| 120mA maximum
LED Indications|
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Input LEDs| Red| On:   Input value is in Overflow
Output LEDs| Red| On:   Short Circuit (when set to Voltage mode)        Open Circuit (when set to Current mode)
Status LED| A triple color LED. Indications are as follows:
Color| LED State| Status
Green| On| Operating normally
Slow blink| Boot
Rapid blink| OS initialization
Green/Red| Slow blink| Configuration mismatch
Red| On| Supply voltage is low or missing
Slow blink| No IO exchange
Rapid blink| Communication error
Orange| Rapid Blink| OS Upgrade
Environmental|
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Protection| IP20, NEMA1
Operating temperature| -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F)
Storage temperature| -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
Relative Humidity (RH)| 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Operating altitude| 2,000 m (6,562 ft)
Shock| IEC 60068-2-27, 15G, 11ms duration
Vibration| IEC 60068-2-6, 5Hz to 8.4Hz, 3.5mm constant amplitude, 8.4Hz to 150Hz,  1G acceleration
Dimensions|
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Weight| 0.15 Kg (0.331 lb)
Size| Refer to the images below

Top View

Side View

Front View

Notes:

  1. The 4-20mA input option is implemented using 0-20mA input range.
  2. The UIA-0402N measures values that are up to 1.5% higher than the nominal input range (i.e. Input Over-range). Similarly, it will be able to output values that are up to 1.5% higher than the  nominal output range (Output Over-range).Note that when the input overflow occurs, it is indicated in the corresponding system tag while the input value is registered as the maximum permissible value. For example, if the specified input range is 0–10V, the Over-range values can reach up to 10.15V, and any input voltage higher than that will still register as 10.15V while the Overflow system tag is turned on.
  3. Step response and update time are independent of the number of channels that are used.
  4. See LED Indications Table above for description of the relevant indications. Note that the diagnostics results are also indicated in the system tags and can be observed through the UniApps™ or the online state of the UniLogic™.

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