2.6 Connectors
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Adapter Unit Specifications
2.6 Connectors
2.6.1 List of Connectors
The connectors of the Adapter Unit are listed below.
2.6.2 Connector Specifications for MECHATROLINK Connections
The MECHATROLINK-III connector can be used to connect servo drivers or controllers via a MECHA-
TROLINK-III cable.
(1) Specifications and Pin Arrangement of MECHATROLINK-
III
Connector
Table 2.4 Connectors of the Adapter Unit
Item
Explanation
Power Supply Connector
24 VDC
24 VDC
0 VDC
0 VDC
Ground
Grounding
CN1 and CN2
for MECHATROLINK-
III
Connection
1
TXP
Sent data, positive side
2
TXN
Sent data, negative side
3
RXP
Received data, positive side
4
–
–
5
–
–
6
RXN
Received data, negative side
7
–
–
8
–
–
CN4 for Adapter Tool (PC)
1
TXP
Sent data, positive side
2
TXN
Sent data, negative side
3
RXP
Received data, positive side
4
–
–
5
–
–
6
RXN
Received data, negative side
7
–
–
8
–
–
Name
Number
of Pins
Connector Type
Unit Side
Cable Side
Manufacturer
MECHATROLINK
connector
8
Industrial mini connector
Industrial mini connector Tyco Electronics AMP K.K.
Pin Number
Signal Name
Explanation
1
TXP
Sent data, positive side
2
TXN
Sent data, negative side
3
RXP
Received data, positive side
4
–
–
5
–
–
6
RXN
Received data, negative side
7
–
–
8
–
–
