Schneider TSXH5724M Unity Hot Standby Processor

Technical Overview of This Redundant Processor Module

The Schneider TSXH5724M delivers high availability for critical automation tasks. This hot standby processor belongs to the Modicon Premium TSX series from Schneider Electric. It switches automatically between primary and backup units during a fault. Consequently, your production line experiences zero downtime.

Hardware Specifications and Design Details

This processor module weighs approximately 0.8 kg. Its compact dimensions are 130 mm in height, 100 mm in width, and 150 mm in depth. The Schneider TSXH5724M includes one PCMCIA memory card slot. It also features one built-in Ethernet port for network integration. The module stores user programs and data in internal flash memory. Therefore, it retains all information without external battery backup.

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	Schneider Electric
Model	TSXH5724M
Category	Unity Hot Standby Processor
Series	Modicon Premium TSX
Weight	0.8 kg (1.76 lbs)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	130 x 100 x 150 mm
Interfaces	1 x Ethernet, 1 x PCMCIA slot, 1 x USB
Memory Type	Internal flash (no battery needed)
Energy Storage	Flash memory retains data permanently
Power Supply	5 V DC from backplane
Mounting	Rack-mounted in TSX Premium chassis

Redundancy Operation and Integration

You can pair two Schneider TSXH5724M units for seamless hot standby control. The primary unit synchronizes its data with the backup every cycle. This process uses a dedicated fiber optic or Ethernet link. Furthermore, you need a TSX rack for installation. Always use Unity Pro XL software for programming this processor.