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B&R X20CM2821 High-Speed Counter Module with LED indicators

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B&R X20CM2821

by B&R Industrial Automation

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OverviewThe B&R X20CM2821 High-Speed Counter Module is a key component within the advanced X20 series, engineered for exceptional precision and rapid performance in position and pulse counting. Ideal for challenging industrial environments, this robust module offers two independent, high-speed counting channels, allowing smooth integration into complex motion and automation setups. Its advanced features address a broad spectrum of operational needs, guaranteeing peak performance and adaptability for crucial control functions.Key Features Dual High-Speed Channels: Provides two distinct counting channels for concurrent and accurate data capture. Flexible Input Voltage: Operates efficiently with a standard 24 VDC input, ensuring compatibility with typical industrial power supplies. Extensive Counting Modes: Supports various counting methods, including up/down, quadrature, frequency, and period measurement, to meet diverse application requirements. Advanced Edge Detection: Configurable for rising, falling, or both edges to ensure superior signal accuracy and flexibility. Integrated Control Functionality: Offers built-in capabilities such as precise position detection, real-time speed monitoring, and accurate event counting. Adjustable Noise Filters: Includes configurable filters to effectively reduce signal interference, thereby improving measurement clarity and dependability. Intuitive LED Indicators: Features dedicated LED status displays for each channel, offering immediate visual feedback on operational status. Technical Specifications Model Number: X20CM2821 Series: X20 Input Type: Digital high-speed Input Voltage Range: 24 VDC ±20% Input Frequency: Up to 200 kHz Channels: 2 (can be configured for independent or combined operation) Edge Detection: Programmable on a per-channel basis Counter Capacity: 32-bit for comprehensive counting abilities Power Consumption: Optimized for low power usage, drawing power directly via the X20 bus Mounting: Designed for convenient DIN rail installation Protection Class: IP20 Operating Temperature: Engineered for resilience across a wide range, from -25°C to +60°C Certifications: Conforms to stringent industry standards, including CE, UL, and other relevant industrial benchmarks, ensuring global applicability and safety. Applications Precision Motion Control: Critical for highly accurate position and speed tracking in sophisticated automation systems. Packaging and Processing Machinery: Optimizes product counting, synchronization, and precise indexing in high-speed packaging lines. Material Handling Systems: Provides reliable belt position feedback and integrates smoothly with encoder systems for precise material flow management. OEM Automation Solutions: Offers a versatile and highly adaptable module for original equipment manufacturers developing real-time control systems. Why ChooseThe B&R X20CM2821 is an outstanding choice for demanding industrial applications due to its exceptional high-speed capabilities, making it ideal for rapid signal processing and accurate encoder feedback. Its versatility is further enhanced by a broad selection of flexible counting modes, allowing adaptation to various operational scenarios. Designed with a compact form factor, it integrates effortlessly into existing and new X20 automation architectures, optimizing space and simplifying installation. Furthermore, its industrial-grade performance, combined with extensive certifications, ensures exceptionally reliable and consistent operation, significantly reducing downtime and boosting productivity. When precision, speed, and reliability are paramount, the X20CM2821 delivers.Order NowUpgrade your automation capabilities with the B&R X20CM2821 High-Speed Counter Module. This essential component is available for immediate worldwide shipping, ensuring your critical projects can proceed without delay.FAQWhat is the primary function of the B&R X20CM2821?The B&R X20CM2821 is a high-speed counter module designed for accurate position and pulse counting in industrial automation systems within the X20 series.How many counting channels does the X20CM2821 have?It features two independent, high-speed counting channels for simultaneous data acquisition.What types of counting modes does this module support?The module supports various counting modes, including up/down, quadrature, frequency measurement, and period measurement.Is the X20CM2821 compatible with standard industrial power supplies?Yes, it operates efficiently with a standard 24 VDC input.What is the operating temperature range for this module?It is engineered to operate reliably in temperatures ranging from -25°C to +60°C.

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B&R X20CM2821

Overview

This is a genuine B&R Industrial Automation component from the X20 System family. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.

Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.

Key Features

  • Genuine B&R Industrial Automation catalog part
  • Tested before shipment
  • Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
  • Cross-reference and revision assistance available
  • Compatible with the broader B&R Industrial Automation automation ecosystem
  • Engineered to integrate inside X20 System installations

Compatibility

When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your B&R Industrial Automation equipment. Where applicable, confirm:

  • Input/output voltage and current rating
  • Communication protocol and network role
  • Mounting form factor and footprint
  • Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
  • Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)

Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.

Replacement Information

Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:

  1. Exact replacement — same B&R Industrial Automation catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
  2. Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
  3. Engineered migration — current-generation B&R Industrial Automation platform with documented conversion notes for the X20 System family

Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.

Technical Specifications

  • Model Number: X20CM2821
  • Series: X20
  • Input Type: Digital high-speed
  • Input Voltage Range: 24 VDC ±20%
  • Input Frequency: Up to 200 kHz
  • Channels: 2 (can be configured for independent or combined operation)
  • Edge Detection: Programmable on a per-channel basis
  • Counter Capacity: 32-bit for comprehensive counting abilities
  • Power Consumption: Optimized for low power usage, drawing power directly via the X20 bus
  • Mounting: Designed for convenient DIN rail installation
  • Protection Class: IP20
  • Operating Temperature: Engineered for resilience across a wide range, from -25°C to +60°C
  • Certifications: Conforms to stringent industry standards, including CE, UL, and other relevant industrial benchmarks, ensuring global applicability and safety.

Applications

  • Precision Motion Control: Critical for highly accurate position and speed tracking in sophisticated automation systems.
  • Packaging and Processing Machinery: Optimizes product counting, synchronization, and precise indexing in high-speed packaging lines.
  • Material Handling Systems: Provides reliable belt position feedback and integrates smoothly with encoder systems for precise material flow management.
  • OEM Automation Solutions: Offers a versatile and highly adaptable module for original equipment manufacturers developing real-time control systems.

Why Choose the X20CM2821?

The B&R X20CM2821 is an outstanding choice for demanding industrial applications due to its exceptional high-speed capabilities, making it ideal for rapid signal processing and accurate encoder feedback. Its versatility is further enhanced by a broad selection of flexible counting modes, allowing adaptation to various operational scenarios. Designed with a compact form factor, it integrates effortlessly into existing and new X20 automation architectures, optimizing space and simplifying installation. Furthermore, its industrial-grade performance, combined with extensive certifications, ensures exceptionally reliable and consistent operation, significantly reducing downtime and boosting productivity. When precision, speed, and reliability are paramount, the X20CM2821 delivers.

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  • In stock: X20CM2821 ready for immediate dispatch from our Florida warehouse.
  • Free USA shipping: FedEx Priority (2–5 business days) and UPS Ground (3–5 business days). Expedited options available at checkout.
  • Worldwide delivery: FedEx International Priority (1–5 days), UPS International Priority (3–5 days), and USPS International (5–10 days) — rates calculated at checkout.
  • Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
  • Buy with confidence: Every X20CM2821 ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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