C342-3464

Product Description:

The C342-3464 timer and controller from Danaher is made for tracking time and counting tasks inside various automation setups. The main display shows counts and results on an 8-digit LCD, so anyone reading it can spot numbers even when the lighting isn’t great. Every 6 seconds, the unit gathers a new reading, giving frequent updates on what’s coming through. Input speeds reach 7.5 kHz at the high end, a good fit for spots with fast pulses or signals. The panel dimensions sit at 1/32 DIN (48x24 mm), which fits into tight spots on a larger interface without causing layout problems.

In the way it handles signals, the controller takes both contact or logic count input types, using NPN or PNP signal standards. Some lines run quickly; others need fine control with lower speeds, covered down to 30 Hz on the low side. Any worker can manage resets right from the front panel, or a remote line can do the same reset if needed. There’s also a feature, turning on or off according to changing tasks, so results won’t shift mid-check. For how far it counts, the range stretches from 1 to 999,990 units per minute, which is enough room for high-volume setups.

On protection, the IP65 rated front panel keeps dust and liquids out, no matter how messy a job might get. Power runs from an internal lithium battery with a 10-year nominal life, meaning fewer callouts for battery service or sudden shutdowns. The controller sits just 32 mm behind the panel—good for cabinets with barely any clearance in the back. Across full-production plants or process rooms, the C342-3464 goes in and stays, providing trustworthy counts and time logs. No need for outside power lines or constant tweaks.