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M74 series

Multi-channel modular temperature control

M74C communication module
M74CEthernet
M74 temperature controller
M744-channel PID
M74P temperature controller
M74PPrecision
M74R I/O module
M74RI/O expansion

M74CEthernet Communication Module

Connect your M74 series modules on one network.

  • Ethernet · RS-485

    Integrate with industrial networks

  • Manage up to 31 modules

    Manage multiple control modules on one network

  • Automatic address mapping

    Simplify configuration and system setup

M74C communication module
M74C module
  • KC mark
  • CE mark
  • UL Recognized Component mark

Features

M74C Features

M74C is a compact communication module with high-speed data access. It manages up to 31 M74 or M74P modules, with data access at 22.5 ms per module over the dedicated internal bus. Ethernet (Modbus TCP) and RS-485 are standard, together with up to 400 user-defined registers and automatic address mapping.

  • Compact construction

    At approximately 70% of the volume of competing products, M74C helps make efficient use of control-panel space.

  • Ethernet & RS-485

    Supports Ethernet 10/100BaseT and RS-485 at 19,200–115,200 bps.

  • High-speed interface

    Automatically detects connected M74 series modules and provides data access at 22.5 ms per module.

  • User-defined register map

    Assign up to 400 user-defined registers for batch reading and real-time monitoring.

  • Integrated station & register mapping

    Automatically maps the station numbers and register addresses of connected M74 series modules, eliminating separate address-mapping work.

Example of M74C connected to M74 series control and I/O modules
M74 series: connected as one systemExample configuration of control, communication and I/O modules using expansion connectors

Specifications

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M74C Ratings & Specifications
General
ModelM74C
Supply voltage24 V DC
Allowable voltage range90–110% of rated supply voltage
Power consumption3 W max. (M74C alone, at maximum load)
Display & operationNo built-in display. Configure parameters and monitor/control via an external console, touch panel, PC or PLC.
Dimensions29(W) × 90(H) × 70(D) mm
Communication
Host interface · EthernetP1·P2 / Ethernet 10/100BaseT / Modbus TCP
Ethernet function codes03 Read Holding / 06 Write Single / 16 Write Multiple Registers
Host interface · RS-485Modbus ASCII/RTU / 19,200~115,200 bps
RS-485 function codes03 Read Holding / 06 Write Single / 16 Write Multiple Registers
Internal bus · ProtocolRS-485 / Modbus RTU / 115,200 bps (fixed)
Internal bus · Data formatEven parity / 8 data bits / 1 stop bit
PC Loader · ProtocolModbus RTU / 19,200 bps (fixed)
PC Loader · Data formatEven parity / 8 data bits / 1 stop bit
Maximum connections · Internal busUp to 31 M74/M74P modules per M74C. M74R is subordinate to M74/M74P and is not included in this count.
Maximum connections · Host interfaceUp to 32 units in RS-485 mode. Ethernet connections depend on IP address allocation.
User-defined registersUp to 400 registers
Internal data access22.5 ms per module
Insulation, Reliability & Environment
EEPROM endurance & retentionAt least 4 million write cycles / At least 200 years of data retention
Insulation resistance100 MΩ min. (500 V DC insulation tester)
Insulation constructionDouble or reinforced insulation / Dielectric strength of at least 1 kV between measurement input and power supply
Dielectric strength1,000 V AC, 50/60 Hz for 1 minute, between communication inputs and power terminals
Vibration resistance5–55 Hz (1-minute cycle), 0.75 mm double amplitude / 2 hours each in X, Y and Z directions
Noise immunityNoise simulator square wave, 1 μs pulse width / ±1 kV
Ambient temperatureOperating: −10 to 50 °C / Storage: −20 to 60 °C
Ambient humidityOperating: 35–85% RH / Storage: 35–85% RH
WeightApprox. 187 g with packaging / Approx. 105 g net

Dimensions & Wiring

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Dimensions

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M74C dimensions: 29 mm wide, 90 mm high, 70 mm deepEnlarge drawing
M74C dimensions29 × 90 × 70 mm

Power & Communication Wiring

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M74C wiring: RS-485 A/B terminals and 24 V DC power terminalsEnlarge drawing
M74C power and communication wiringRS-485 A(+) / B(−), N.C, 24 V DC

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