Modicon M221 Nano PLC

The Modicon M221 is a Nano PLC made to control basic automation for machines. Programs with Machine Expert Basic software. Uses TM3 expansion I/O.

Achieve benchmark performance while increasing profitability with the Modicon M221 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Available in both standard and book formats, the Modicon M221 PLC offers best-in-class performance while requiring minimal installation and offering instant access to maintenance and machine visualization. The M221 programs with Machine Expert Basic which can be downloaded free of charge. It's also included with the full version of Machine Expert software.

Features


High degree of flexibility lets you add additional modules easily:

  • Safety module
  • Tesys SoLink motor starter
  • Extensive line of analog and digital modules
  • Lexium servo drives

Intuitive machine programming with Machine Expert Basic software

  • Simple navigation delivers a more efficient engineering process
  • All programming, visualization, and commissioning are handled in just one intuitive tool
  • Available as a free download
  • No training required

Compatible M221 I/O platform:

  • Modicon TM3: Digital, Analog, Bus Expansion, Expert and Safety modules available

The Modicon M221 PLC is part of the MachineStruxure machine automation solution. The NEXT generation of MachineStruxure™ from Schneider Electric is an intuitive solution for machine automation with all the features and functions you need to build machines that will improve your bottom line. From design and development, to commissioning and maintenance, MachineStruxure is a complete machine building solution with benefits all through the machine life cycle.

Discover "Flexible Machine Control"
One software environment: Machine Expert
Multiple hardware control platforms:
Zelio Smart Relay
HVAC, Pumping, and refrigeration controller: M171/172
Logic Controller: Modicon M221
Logic Controller: Modicon M241
Logic Controller: Modicon M251
Logic Controller: Modicon M258
Motion controller: Modicon LMC058
Motion controller: Modicon LMC078
Combination HMI and controller: Magelis SCU
Combination HMI and controller: Magelis XBTGC
AC drive mountable controller: Altivar IMC

Everything you need is embedded

  • SD card and USB port
  • Two analog inputs and a broad choice of I/Os
  • Run/stop switch and cartridge extension
  • Ethernet and serial line ports
  • Modbus serial line

Benefits

Achieve benchmark performance while increasing profitability with the Modicon M221 through:

  • Intuitive machine programming with Machine Expert Basic software, ready-to-use applications and function blocks
  • All embedded features and functions you need to design and build machines more profitably
  • Connected everywhere via Ethernet, wireless access, web servers to simplify machine integration and maintenance