TCI Intelligent Control Card
Intelligent Control Cards

TCI Intelligent Control Card

Dual-zone conveyor control with PLC IO and built-in ZPA

Overview

About TCI-20xZ

The TCI-20xZ series brings precision control to material handling conveyors. Each card independently manages two Motor Driven Rollers (MDRs) and supports two complementary operating modes: traditional PLC IO for centralized control schemes, and built-in Zero Pressure Accumulation (ZPA) for autonomous zone-by-zone product handling.

Multiple TCI cards can interconnect serially with each other, creating a configuration network topology with simple wiring. Photo-eye sensors verify product positions and trigger upstream/downstream handoffs without operator intervention — reducing PLC scan load and simplifying conveyor layouts.

Designed for OEM integrators, the TCI is configured via on-card DIP switches and rotary selectors. No programming is required for typical ZPA installations, dramatically cutting commissioning time.

Key Features

Engineered for material handling

  • 2-zone control with simultaneous MDR drive
  • PLC IO and built-in ZPA control modes
  • 24 VDC power input
  • Simple on-card setup with DIP switches
  • Card-to-card serial interconnection
  • Compact form factor with mounting tabs
Specifications

At a glance

Full specifications available in the datasheet.

Channels
2 zones / 2 MDRs
Control modes
PLC IO + Built-in ZPA
Input voltage
24 VDC
Communication
Card-to-card serial
Configuration
On-board DIP switches
Sensor input
Photo-eye compatible
Applications

Where TCI-20xZ fits

Material handling conveyors
E-commerce fulfillment centers
Automotive assembly lines
Parcel sortation systems
Warehouse automation

Downloads

Product documentation and catalogue available upon request.

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