The OMRON XW2Z-100N is a specialized host link cable designed to connect programmable controllers to host computers in industrial automation systems. This RS-232C cable enables reliable signal transmission between SYSMAC PLCs and peripheral devices such as personal computers, factory intelligent terminals, or programmable terminals. The cable features a 40-pin MIL connector on one end and dual 20-pin MIL connectors on the other, with a 1 meter trunk line and 0.75 meter branch configuration. Shielded construction with 28 AWG cores and polyester resin housing ensures signal integrity in demanding industrial environments.
Technical Specifications
• Connector Type: 1× 40-pin MIL (Side 1); 2× 20-pin MIL (Side 2)
• Cable Configuration: 1 m trunk line, 0.75 m branch
• Wire Gauge: 28 AWG cores
• Rated Current: 1 A
• Rated Voltage (AC): 125 VAC
• Rated Voltage (DC): 24 VDC
• Contact Resistance: 15 mΩ max. (at 20 mV, 100 mA)
• Insulation Resistance: 100 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC)
• Dielectric Strength: 500 VAC for 1 min (leakage current: 1 mA max.)
– Key Features
• Shielded cable construction for noise immunity
• Polyester resin housing with IP00 protection rating
• Class 0 electrical protection classification
• Designed for fixed installation; not suitable for moving applications
• Operating temperature range: −25 to 80°C
– Typical Applications
Host link communication between SYSMAC programmable controllers and supervisory control systems, industrial terminals, or host computers requiring RS-232C serial connectivity.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports CQM1, C Series, CV Series, and CVM1 programmable controllers with CJ1W-ID232 and CJ1W-OD232 interface units. Compatible with 32-point I/O units featuring XW2C-20G5-IN16 and XW2C-20G6-IO16 terminal block connectors.

















