Max.
3 Ports
AFPX-C30R
(Add-on cassette attached)
2
3
High-speed Operation
Large Capacity Program Memory
Independent Comment Memory
Maximum Number of I/O Points
High Performance, Multiple Functions, and Strengthened
Lineup to Support a Wider Variety of Applications
The 32-bit RISC processor provides the top-level processing speed in
compact PLCs. The scan time is 2 ms or less for 5,000 steps*
1
. A high-
speed PLC is indispensable for enhancing the functionality of equipment.
*1 Basic instructions: 40%, Data transfer and operation instructions: 60%
FP-X, which is equipped with 32k steps*
2
program memory, is ideal for fully
covering the increasing functions, such as communications, positioning, and
analog control. The sufficient program capacity can also support future
equipment modifications.
*2 C14: 16k steps
There are difficulties with program management on a PC, such as identifying
the latest program. The use of the program in the PLC of equipment in
operation is often regarded as the best option. Since FP-X has an
independent comment memory, all comments can be stored in the PLC
together with programs, facilitating program management and maintenance.
Since up to eight expansion units can be connected to one control unit, the
maximum number of I/O points is 300. Furthermore, with the add-on
cassette and expansion FP0 adapter connected, the number of I/O points
can be increased to 382.
Up to Three Channels
Ethernet
PLC Link
Computer Link
Three channels are available with a combination of a communication cassette (two-channel
type) and the tool port.
The combinations of a wide variety of communication functions can support diversified applications.
With a communication cassette (Ethernet type), inspection data, production
data, and error information can be easily collected.
With a communication cassette (RS485 type), bit data/word data can be
easily shared among up to 16 FP-X units.
Easy communications with equipment compatible with Matsushita's open
protocol "MEWTOCOL" are available without programming. E.g. displays,
image processors, temperature controllers, and power meters
General-purpose Serial Communications
Commands are generated/transmitted in accordance with the communication protocol of the target
equipment.
Or, nonprocedural data receiving is available. E.g. measuring instruments, barcode readers, and RF-ID
The transistor output type C14 comes with 3-axis while C30/60 comes with 4-axis pulse output
built-in the control unit. The multi-axis control, which previously required a higher-level PLC or
additional positioning unit, or two or more PLC units, can now be achieved with only one FP-X
transistor output type unit in a small space at a low cost. In addition, as this type does not
require a pulse I/O cassette needed for a relay output type, other function expansion cassettes
such as communication or analog input can be attached for more diversified applications.
3-axis Control with C14.
4-axis Control with C30/C60
100kHz x
2 axes
20kHz x
2 axes
Inside of FP-X
Comment
memory
Program
memory
Ethernet
PLC-Link
Computer
Link
Modbus-RTU
General-purpose Serial
Communications
14 points
30 points
60 points
16 points
30 points
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AC
Relay output
NPN output
PNP output
DC
AC
DC
AC
DC
Control unit
Expansion unit
Reduction of total scan time
E.g. ST, AN or OR
E.g. floating point operation instructions
Control Unit:
18
Types
Expansion Unit:
9
Types
43
Combinations
(Number of I/O Points)
Add-on Cassette:
16
Types
(14, 30 or 60 points)
×
(Relay, NPN or PNP)
×
(AC or DC)
(16 points)
×
(Relay, NPN or PNP)
(30 points)
×
(Relay, NPN or PNP)
×
(AC or DC)
14 to 300 points
Digital I/O, Pulse I/O, Analog I/O, Communication
(RS485, RS232C, Ethernet), External memory
Built-in 4-axis Pulse Output
(Transistor Output Type)
Independent
Multi-axial positioning
Network
SCADA system
Displays
Temperature control
Data processing
Multi-point I/O
Measuring instrument
Increase in
number and
complexity
of programs
XY Table + Processing Head
Semiconductor Wafer Takeout Blade
Modbus-RTU
Communications with equipment compatible with Modbus-RTU (binary), a
worldwide de-facto standard, are available without programming. E.g.
temperature controllers and inverters
Faster operation of basic instructions
Faster operation of high-level instructions