Omron Automation

ZEN Nano Controller

Easy-To-Use Programmable Relay Offers Precision and Space Savings for Small Scale Control Applications

Image of Omron Automation and Safety's ZEN Nano ControllerOmron's ZEN Nano Controller provides easier small-scale automatic control and enables quick automation of small machines or facilities. Add to this the LCD screen and 8 buttons on the front panel for easy ladder program input.

The ZEN provides a more compact control panel, reduced assembly or wiring, AC inputs, easier circuit design and multiple timer control. Increase system convenience and added value using the automation excellence provided by the ZEN.

Application guide

System Advantages
  • Accurate analog inputs ±1.5% FS
  • Wide supply voltage range of 10.8 to 28.8 VDC
  • Flexible mounting – either horizontal or vertical
  • New CPUs with built-in RS-485 communications for data sharing
  • Advanced high-value counting with 8-digit counter and 8-digit comparators, in addition to 16 standard counters
  • One 150-Hz high-speed counter available on models with DC power supply
  • Twin-timer operation allows you to set ON and OFF times separately, greatly simplifying intermittent operation
  • Password function ensures security
  • Display user-set messages or analog-converted values
System Features
  • Delivers the flexibility and functionality of separate timers, counters, and relays for control applications with up to 44 I/O
  • New economy CPU models – good for applications that require less than 10 or 20 points of I/O. (Does not accept expansion units)
  • Save time by using the memory cassette to transfer programs between ZEN units and standardize updates to end users
  • Reduce wiring and engineering time using simple ladder logic programming with the push of a button or click of the mouse
  • Easily add up to 3 ultra-slim 35mm, 8 I/O expansion units when more points of control are required

ZEN Controllers

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionNumber of Inputs and TypeNumber of Outputs and TypeExpandableAvailable QuantityPriceView Details
CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240VZEN-10C1AR-A-V2CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240V6 - Digital4 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,612.59View Details
CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24VZEN-10C1DR-D-V2CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24V6 - Digital (4), Analog/Digital (2)4 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,883.83View Details
CONTROL LOG 12 IN 8 OUT 100-240VZEN-20C1AR-A-V2CONTROL LOG 12 IN 8 OUT 100-240V12 - Digital8 - Relay3 Modules Max40 - Immediate$2,055.94View Details
CONTROL LOGIC 12 IN 8 OUT 24VZEN-20C1DR-D-V2CONTROL LOGIC 12 IN 8 OUT 24V12 - Digital (10), Analog/Digital (2)8 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,928.62View Details
CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240VZEN-10C2AR-A-V2CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240V6 - Digital4 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - ImmediateSee Page for PricingView Details
CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24VZEN-10C2DR-D-V2CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24V6 - Digital (4), Analog/Digital (2)4 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,141.14View Details
CONTROL LOG 12 IN 8 OUT 100-240VZEN-20C2AR-A-V2CONTROL LOG 12 IN 8 OUT 100-240V12 - Digital8 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,851.73View Details
CONTROL LOGIC 12 IN 8 OUT 24VZEN-20C2DR-D-V2CONTROL LOGIC 12 IN 8 OUT 24V12 - Digital (10), Analog/Digital (2)8 - Relay3 Modules Max0 - Immediate$2,851.73View Details

ZEN Starter Kits

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionNumber of Outputs and TypeExpandableVoltage - SupplyAvailable QuantityView Details
CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240VZEN-STARTER01-V2CONTROL LOG 6 IN 4 OUT 100-240V4 - Relay3 Modules Max100 ~ 240VAC0 - ImmediateView Details
CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24VZEN-STARTER02-V2CONTROL LOGIC 6 IN 4 OUT 24V4 - Relay3 Modules Max12 ~ 24VDC0 - ImmediateView Details

Expansion I/O Units

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionFor Use With/Related ProductsNumber of Inputs and TypeNumber of Outputs and TypeAvailable QuantityView Details
I/O MODULE 4 DIG 4 REL 100-240VZEN-8E1ARI/O MODULE 4 DIG 4 REL 100-240VZEN Series4 - Digital4 - Relay0 - ImmediateView Details
I/O MODULE 4 DIG 4 RELAY 12-24VZEN-8E1DRI/O MODULE 4 DIG 4 RELAY 12-24VZEN Series4 - Digital4 - Relay0 - ImmediateView Details

ZEN Accessories

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionFor Use With/Related ProductsSpecificationsAvailable QuantityPrice
SOFTWARE ZEN V2 SERIESZEN-SOFT01-V4SOFTWARE ZEN V2 SERIESZEN V2 Series-2 - Immediate
14 - Factory Stock		$827.97View Details
BATTERY ZEN CONTROLZEN-BAT01 OMSBATTERY ZEN CONTROLZEN V2 Series-1 - Immediate$965.37View Details
CABLE ASSEMBLY INTERFACE 6.56'ZEN-CIF01CABLE ASSEMBLY INTERFACE 6.56'Rectangular ConnectorInterface11 - Immediate
35 - Factory Stock		$1,951.23View Details
OPT MEM ZEN V2 SERIESZEN-ME01OPT MEM ZEN V2 SERIESZEN V2 Series-26 - Immediate
8 - Factory Stock		$963.06View Details
Published: 2009-02-27

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