OMRON CS1W-EIP21S CS-Series Secure EtherNet/IP Unit

USD 469.52

CS-series Secure EtherNet/IP Unit with 184,832-word capacity, 256 max connections, and advanced cybersecurity features including user authentication and IP filtering.

SKU Omron-CS1W-EIP21S Category
Industrial Automation > Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) > PLC Communication Modules

OMRON CS1W-EIP21S CS-Series Secure EtherNet/IP Unit

Model Identifier CS1W-EIP21S
Official Part Number CS1W-EIP21S
GTIN Standard NA

Technical Overview

The OMRON CS1W-EIP21S is a high-performance CS-series CPU Bus Unit designed to provide robust, multi-vendor EtherNet/IP connectivity for industrial automation networks. Operating on a 100Base-TX interface, it offers massive tag data link capacities of up to 184,832 words, effortlessly managing up to 256 seamless connections without the need for complex ladder programming. Distinguishing itself from standard models, the 'S' variant is equipped with enterprise-level secure network functions, including user authentication, IP packet filtering, operation logging, and port control to shield against unauthorized network access. Capable of simultaneous high-speed cyclical data exchange and FINS/TCP or FINS/UDP message services, this module is an essential communications backbone for secure, data-intensive smart factory infrastructure.

Key Features

  • Enterprise-grade cybersecurity features: User authentication, IP packet filtering, and operation logging
  • Massive tag data link capacity handling up to 184,832 words total (max 722 words per connection)
  • Supports up to 256 simultaneous connections with continuous data concurrency
  • Simultaneous support for EtherNet/IP explicit messaging, FINS/UDP, and FINS/TCP protocols
  • Ladder-free data exchange using intuitive Omron Network Configurator software
  • High-speed 100Base-TX transmission over shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable
  • Supports up to 32 concurrent client and 32 concurrent server communications

620 mA maximum at 5 V DC (Internal Logic Power)

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Unit ClassificationCS-series CPU Bus Unit
Communications Interface100Base-TX (100 Mbit/s)
Current Consumption620 mA max. at 5 V DC
Maximum Connections256 connections max. (Tag data links)
Maximum Data Link Capacity184,832 words
Max Data Size per Connection722 words
Security FunctionsUser authentication, IP filtering, port open/close, operation log
FINS/TCP Capacity16 connections max.
Weight180 g max.
Cable CompatibilityShielded twisted-pair (STP) Category 5, 5e or higher

Industrial Applications

1. Large-Scale Automotive Assembly Robotic Workcells

Automotive assembly lines require thousands of I/O points and synchronized coordination between Omron PLCs and multi-vendor robots, welders, and drives over long distances.

Problem Solved

Eliminates network bottlenecks and memory limitations when exchanging synchronization data (up to 184,832 words) across large-scale robotic workcells without ladder programming.

Tag data links100Base-TXMulti-vendor EtherNet/IPData Concurrency

2. Secure Critical Infrastructure and Wastewater Automation

Municipal utilities and remote pumping stations are highly susceptible to cyber-attacks, necessitating robust, built-in network security on field PLCs to prevent unauthorized parameter changes.

Problem Solved

Prevents unauthorized remote access and tampering with critical infrastructure by enforcing strict IP packet filtering, port control, and user authentication natively at the PLC communication module.

IP packet filteringUser authenticationOperation logSecure Communications

3. High-Density Pharmaceutical Serialization and IT Integration

High-speed pharmaceutical packaging requires precise machine control simultaneously coupled with continuous data reporting to upper-level ERP/MES systems for track-and-trace serialization.

Problem Solved

Seamlessly handles both cyclical machine control (via tag data links) and IT-level database reporting simultaneously, utilizing up to 32 concurrent FINS/TCP server/client sessions without network latency.

FINS/TCPConcurrent server communications100 Mbit/sExplicit messaging
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