Why Choose the IMO I3E14Z/13C14-SEHF i3E Intelligent Control Station?
The IMO I3E14Z/13C14-SEHF is an advanced all-in-one PLC, colour touchscreen HMI and I/O controller designed for industrial machinery, process control and automation systems. Part of the IMO i3E Intelligent Control Station series, it combines programmable logic control, operator interface, digital and analogue I/O, data storage and extensive industrial communications within a single panel-mounted device.
The controller features a 7-inch TFT colour touchscreen with an 800 × 480 pixel resolution and 65,535 colours, providing a detailed graphical interface for machine operation, process monitoring, alarms and diagnostics. Addressable function keys complement touchscreen operation, while two integral Ethernet ports, two CAN ports and three RS-232 / RS-485 serial interfaces provide extensive connectivity for industrial automation networks.
With 12 digital inputs, 12 DC digital outputs, 2 universal 14-bit analogue inputs and 2 analogue outputs, the I3E14Z/13C14-SEHF is particularly well suited to applications combining discrete machine control with analogue measurement and regulation. Its universal analogue inputs accommodate compatible thermocouple, RTD, voltage and current signals, while the analogue outputs provide proportional control signals for compatible drives, actuators and process equipment.
Key Advantages
- Combines PLC, 7-inch colour touchscreen HMI and integrated I/O within one industrial controller.
- 800 × 480 colour touchscreen provides detailed machine visualisation and operator control.
- 12 digital inputs and 12 DC digital outputs provide extensive connectivity for industrial machinery.
- 2 universal 14-bit analogue inputs support thermocouple, RTD, voltage and current signals.
- 2 analogue outputs provide proportional control signals for compatible industrial equipment.
- 2 integral Ethernet ports, 2 CAN ports and 3 serial interfaces provide extensive industrial communications.
- MicroSD™ data storage supports capacities up to 32 GB.
- IP65 (NEMA 4) front protection supports installation in demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- IMO i3E Intelligent Control Station series.
- 7-inch TFT colour touchscreen display.
- 800 × 480 pixel resolution.
- 65,535 display colours.
- Addressable function keys for local operator control.
- 12 digital inputs.
- 12 DC digital outputs.
- 2 universal analogue inputs with 14-bit resolution.
- Universal analogue inputs support thermocouple, RTD, voltage and current signals.
- 2 analogue outputs.
- 4 high-speed counter inputs.
- 2 integral Ethernet ports.
- 2 CAN communication ports.
- 3 RS-232 / RS-485 serial communication interfaces.
- Integrated MicroSD™ data storage up to 32 GB.
- Dedicated USB port for programming.
- USB flash-drive support up to 2 TB.
- Integrated real-time clock.
- 1 MB program RAM.
- 27 MB graphical memory.
- Remote I/O communication capability.
- Supports i3RMI webserver functionality.
- Online programming capability.
- 10–30 V DC power supply.
- IP65 (NEMA 4) front protection.
- Free configuration software for programming and commissioning.
Integrated PLC, HMI and Analogue Process Control
The IMO i3E platform combines functions traditionally handled by separate PLC, HMI and I/O devices within one intelligent control station. Its 7-inch 800 × 480 colour touchscreen provides substantial display space for graphical machine interfaces, allowing operators to monitor process values, equipment status and alarms while accessing machine controls from the same device that executes the automation application.
The I3E14Z/13C14-SEHF is particularly suitable for applications requiring both discrete and analogue control. Its universal analogue inputs can interface with compatible thermocouples, RTDs, voltage signals and current transmitters, while its analogue outputs can provide proportional control references to compatible variable frequency drives, actuators and process equipment. Dual Ethernet, dual CAN and serial connectivity further simplify integration into networked automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and machine control systems.
- PID temperature and process control.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Variable frequency drive control and speed-reference applications.
- Temperature monitoring using thermocouples and RTDs.
- Pumps, fans and process equipment.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Automated assembly and manufacturing equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial control panels.
- Remote I/O and networked automation systems.
