Lifecycle reality — no longer in active production
The CP1E-N14DR-D is listed as obsolete by Omron. It is not in current factory production, so new-stock sourcing runs through independent distribution channels. For a BOM that needs this exact order code, availability is confirmed per RFQ — quantities are lot-specific and quoted against the line item.
What this compact PLC does — 8 inputs, 6 relay outputs
This is a non-expandable controller with 8 digital inputs and 6 relay outputs, running on 24 VDC. The 8K word memory handles modest machine control sequences — think conveyor interlock, pick-and-place cycle logic, or packaging machine step sequences where the I/O count is fixed and no expansion rack is needed. The relay outputs switch up to the standard Omron CP1E relay rating (2 A per point typical) — suitable for driving contactors, solenoid valves, and indicator lamps without external interposing relays for the majority of loads.
Mounting and integration — DIN rail or chassis, RS-232C only
The single RS-232C port handles programming download via CX-One software and basic HMI or SCADA serial communication. No display on the unit — all status is via LED indicators on the input/output terminals. The battery backup retains the program and keep-relay data through power loss.
Approvals and compliance documentation
Carries CE, cULus, Lloyd's Register, and NK (Nippon Kaiji Kyokai) marine approvals — the marine certifications (Lloyd, NK) are the standout here, meaning this unit was originally specified for shipboard or offshore control applications where classification society acceptance is mandatory. Operating temperature range is 0°C to 55°C, which covers unheated control cabinets in most indoor industrial environments but not freezer or outdoor direct-sunlight installations.