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FP-X: the advanced compact PLC
Compact and powerful
Due to the screw terminal design, the FP-X can be integrated without marshalling panels. The compact programmable controller can be expanded easily by using add-on cassettes. The internal USB port facilitates the programming of the PLC, which is suitable for a wide range of applications, for example in telecontrol technology.
Overview
The new FP-X PLC series succeeded the popular FP1. With smaller dimensions, increased memory capacity, higher processing speed and optimized motion control signals, the FP-X is well suited for a wide variety of applications.
The CPUs are available with 14, 30, 38 and 60 I/Os and up to 32k steps program memory. Numerous add-on cassettes, e.g. communication cassettes for RS232, RS422, RS485 and Ethernet communication and function cassettes for analog I/Os, thermocouple, RTD, pulse I/O etc., make the FP-X even more flexible, enabling users to configure the controller to suit their application needs. No additional space is required for these cassettes: you just plug them onto the CPU. When even more functionality or I/Os are required, FP-X and FP0R expansion units can be connected.
Major functions
- Ultra high-speed processing
High-speed scan of 0.32µs for a basic instruction (1.9ms scan time for 5 ksteps) - Large programme capacity
Programme capacity of 32k steps with a sufficient comment area - Great expandability with a wide variety of options
Max. I/O expansion of 300 channels and further expansion with function expansion cassettes and expansion units - High security
Program protection with an 8-digit password and a function which prohibits uploads. - Up to 3 serial communication ports can be used simultaneously.
The use of a communication cassette provides up to 3 serial communication ports. - USB port
Easy direct connection with a PC via a commercial USB cable (AB type) - Master memory function cassette makes program transfer easy while providing a real-time clock
- Programme update in a remote location is easy
- Periodical control and data logging possible
- Simultaneous 2-axis linear interpolation is possible in two pairs
- Multi-point PID control
Sophisticated algorithm and floating-point operations enable high-accuracy PID control - Compatible with all FP Series PLCs from Panasonic
The FP-X can be programmed using FPWIN Pro programming software in compliance with the international standard IEC 61131-3.
Specifications
| Part number | I/O | Power supply | Input | Output | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relay Types | |||||
| AFPX-C14R | 8/6 | 100 to 240V AC | 24V DC | Relay | Screw Terminal |
| AFPX-C30R | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C60R | 32/28 | ||||
| AFPX-C14RD | 8/6 | 24V DC | |||
| AFPX-C30RD | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C60RD | 32/28 | ||||
| Transistor Types | |||||
| AFPX-C14P | 8/6 | 100 to 240V AC | 24V DC | Transistor (PNP) | Screw Terminal |
| AFPX-C30P | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C60P | 32/28 | ||||
| AFPX-C14T | 8/6 | 100 to 240V AC | Transistor (NPN) | ||
| AFPX-C30T | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C38AT | 24/14 | 230V AC | |||
| AFPX-C60T | 32/28 | 100 to 240V AC | |||
| AFPX-C14PD | 8/6 | 24V DC | Transistor (PNP) | ||
| AFPX-C30PD | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C60PD | 32/28 | ||||
| AFPX-C14TD | 8/6 | 24V DC | Transistor (NPN) | ||
| AFPX-C30TD | 16/14 | ||||
| AFPX-C60TD | 32/28 | ||||
Specifications relay version
| PLC Type | AFPX-C14R/RD | AFPX-C30R/RD | AFPX-C60R/RD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of inputs | 8 | 16 | 32 |
| Number of outputs | 6 relays | 14 relays | 28 relays |
| Output capacity | 2A | 2A | 2A |
| Digital I/Os (max.) | 336 | 352 | 382 |
| Analogue I/Os (max.) | 26 | ||
| Processing speed | 0.32µs/step (basic instruction) | ||
| Memory | |||
| Memory type | Built-in Flash-ROM | ||
| Programme capacity | C14R: 16k steps, C30R/C60R: 32k steps | ||
| Data register | C14R: 12285 words, C30R/C60R: 32765 words | ||
| Special functions | |||
| High-speed counter | Input of main unit: 1-phase: 8 ch, 10kHz each; 2-phase: 4 ch, 5kHz each | ||
| Input of pulse I/O cassette: 1-phase: 2 ch: 80kHz each, 4 ch: 50kHz each; 2-phase: 1 ch: 30kHz each, 2 ch: 25kHz each | |||
| Pulse output / PWM output | With 1 ch: 100kHz, with 2 ch: 80kHz each, PWM: 1.5Hz to 41.7kHz | ||
| Serial interfaces | Up to 3 serial interfaces, C30R/C60R also USB port | ||
| Real-time clock | Available when AFPX-MRTC installed | ||
| Other functions | Password (4 digits, 8 digits), upload protection, comment storage (328kByte) | ||
| Operating voltage range |
AFPX-C14R/ -C30R/ -C60R: 85 to 264V AC AFPX-C14RD/ -C30RD/ -C60RD: 20.4 to 28.8V DC |
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Specifications transistor version
| PLC Type | AFPX-C14P/PD | AFPX-C30P/PD | AFPX-C60P/PD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of inputs | 8 | 16 | 32 |
| Number of outputs | 6 transistors | 14 transistors | 28 transistors |
| Output capacity | 0.5A | 0.5A | 0.5A |
| Digital I/Os (max.) | 336 | 352 | 382 |
| Analogue I/Os (max.) | 26 | ||
| Processing speed | 0.32µs/step (basic instruction) | ||
| Memory | |||
| Memory type | Built-in Flash-ROM | ||
| Programme capacity | C14R: 16k steps, C30R/C60R: 32k steps | ||
| Data register | C14R: 12285 words, C30R/C60R: 32765 words | ||
| Special functions | |||
| High-speed counter | Single-phase 8 ch: 4 x 50kHz + 4 x 10kHz; 2-phase 4 ch: 4 x 10kHz; Pulse I/O cassette cannot be installed | ||
| Pulse output / PWM output |
100kHz x 2 ch + 20kHz x 2 ch PWM: 1.5Hz to 41.7kHz |
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| Serial interfaces | Up to 3 serial interfaces, C30R/C60R also USB port | ||
| Real-time clock | Available when AFPX-MRTC installed | ||
| Other functions | Password (4 digits, 8 digits), upload protection, comment storage (328kByte) | ||
| Operating voltage range | AFPX-C14P/-C30P/-C60P: 85 to 264V AC; AFPX-C14PD/-C30PD/-C60PD: 20.4 to 28.8V DC | ||
Expansion modules
All FP-X CPUs can be expanded by up to 3 FP0 expansion units via an adapter. Additionally, the number of I/Os or fuctions can be expanded by using special add-on expansion cassettes. The maximum number of I/O points can be achieved as follows:
- Without FP0 adapter: CPU + 8 FP-X expansion units + 3 expansion cassettes
- With FP0 adapter: CPU + 7 FP-X expansion units + 3 FP0 expansion units + 3 cassettes
Communication cassettes
- AFPX-COM1: RS232C 1 channel (non-insulated)
- AFPX-COM2: RS232C 2 channel (non-insulated)
- AFPX-COM3: RS485 / RS422 selectable 1 channel (insulated)
- AFPX-COM4: RS485 1 channel (insulated) + RS232C 1 channel (non-insulated)
- AFPX-COM5: RS232C 1 channel + Ethernet 1 channel
- AFPX-COM6: RS485 2 channel (insulated)
Function cassettes
- AFPX-IN8: 8 inputs 24V DC
- AFPX-TR8: 8 outputs, transistor NPN 0,3A
- AFPX-TR6P: 6 outputs, transistor PNP 0,5A
- AFPX-AD2: 2 inputs (non-insulated) 0-10V, 0-20mA
- AFPX-PLS: 2 high speed counter inputs + 1 pulse output
- AFPX-MRTC: Master memory and RTC
- AFPX-IN4T3: 4 inputs, 3 outputs transistor NPN, 0.3A
- AFPX-DA2: 2 analog outputs (insulated) 0-10V, 0-20mA
- AFPX-A21: 2 inputs (insulated) 0-5V, 0-10V, 0-20mA; 1 output (insulated) 0-10V, 0-20mA
- AFPX-TC2: 2 thermocouple inputs (insulated) K/J type
- AFPX-RTD2: 2-channel RTD inputs (insulated), Pt100 (-200ºC to 850ºC)
FP0 expansion unit connection adapter
- AFPX-EFP0: all FP-X CPUs can be expanded by up to 3 FP0 expansion units by using the AFPX-EFP0
