Product Details
The ABB CMA141, also cataloged as the CMA141 Terminal Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for discrete signal field wiring consolidation within distributed I/O and PLC sub-assemblies.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CMA141 |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden / Switzerland |
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 178 mm (Height) x 125 mm (Width) x 42 mm (Depth) |
| Operating Temp | -20 to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive connection block (Zero internal power draw) |
| Number of Terminals | 16 points |
| Maximum Rated Voltage | 400 VAC / VDC |
| Continuous Current Rating | 10 A maximum per individual terminal track |
| Protection Class | IP20 (solid object protection > 12 mm) |
| Mounting Configuration | Standard DIN-rail or direct sub-panel cabinet installation |
| Certifications | CE compliance |
Profinet / EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks and I/O Density Scaling
The passive routing block acts as the mechanical interface layer for high-density I/O density scaling profiles, securing high-voltage AC and DC termination lines outside the local processor cards. By isolating field-side transients and distributing currents up to 10 A per point, the module allows stable backplane performance without inducing thermal shifts or noise spikes that could degrade Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks or cause local memory state register faults during active processor scans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the current and voltage safety limits when running concurrent inductive loads?
A: Each separate terminal path is structurally rated to handle up to 400 VAC/VDC and a continuous load of 10 A. However, when switching inductive actuators or solenoid coils, external suppressor flyback diodes or RC snubber networks must be mounted across the load to eliminate arc generation across the terminal contacts.
Q: Is this termination hardware hot-swappable under a active 400 V electrical load?
A: No. The CMA141 is a fixed, non-disconnecting terminal block assembly. All field side power lines up to 400 V must be isolated and proven dead at the main circuit breaker before removing conductor wires or unlatching the terminal unit from the DIN rail.
Field Installation Guidelines
- DIN Rail Mounting: Snap the module onto standard symmetrically aligned DIN rails. Ensure the internal grounding clip makes direct steel-to-steel contact with a clean, unpainted segment of the chassis rail.
- Conductor Strip Lengths: Strip field wiring insulation back by standard specifications. Insert the bare copper strands fully into the screw clamp terminal box to ensure the IP20 dead-front touch barrier remains unbroken.
- Wire Routing Barriers: Route high-voltage AC supply wires (up to 400 V) in physical wire ducts that are separated from low-voltage DC communication bus cables to suppress capacitive cross-talk.
Additional Information
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- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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