Category: Mitsubishi Power

Accurately detect high-speed signals

Constant interrupt

50 µs of minimum interval time

High-speed control

• Execute interrupt programs at a constant cycle (50 µs of minimum interval time) different from the scan time

• All signals are detected as input processing can be done faster than the scan time. This is ideal for a production line where products are traveling at high speed

Recorded event history can be checked when an error occurs

Display in time-series

Error cause identification

Troubleshooting

• Operation and system historical events are automatically recorded in the programmable controller CPU module

• Actual changes to the program and system events with corresponding event codes can be displayed in sequence, allowing prompt error cause identification and troubleshooting

Easily collect manufacturing data

Save in the internal memory

Traceability

Debug

• Utilizing the installed SD memory card, CPU internal memory or a direct live connection to the CPU module, logging data (device/label) can be easily collected just by simply registering the parameters. In addition, monitoring via USB or Ethernet in real-time is possible

• With the real-time monitor function of GX LogViewer, small changes in the target device can be easily identified, which is useful for factory traceability, equipment startup, and debugging in case of an error

Programmable controller CPU module

The CPU modules are the heart of the control system performing a variety of control tasks. Different CPUs with program capacity from 10K to 1200K steps are available based on the system requirement. Equipped with various internal functions such as web server and database, contributing to productivity improvement.

Embedded network

CC-Link IE embedded programmable controller CPU module.

Dual Ethernet ports on the network side can be used as a gateway. The Ethernet port on the CPU side is used as an Ethernet communications port.

Easy programming with flexible, large-capacity data storage

Max. 9882K words

Easy programming

Data utilization

• The MELSEC iQ-R Series programmable controller CPU module is designed to allow an extended SRAM cassette to be installed directly into the CPU module. This option makes it possible to increase internal device memory up to 9882K words, expanding device/label memory even further

• Management of programmable controller internal data is quite flexible, making programming even easier by allowing various data area allocations to be changed within the CPU memory and SRAM cassette

• Use of an SD memory card expands data logging memory, which allows data analysis by computer

Precise mark input and cutting not dependent on scan time

Even in applications that require high-speed I/O control without variability, such as roll-to-roll

control, the MX Controller provides precise I/O over the network that is not dependent on the

scan time. Minimized jitter in the I/O timing of mark detection and cutting reduces variations

in web material detection and cut length. This improves yield in high-speed production lines.

Optimize multi-axis system with graphical user interface

Advanced synchronous control*1

Software replaces machinery mechanisms (such as gears, shafts, speed change gears, and cams)

for easier synchronous control. Even for machines that require multi-axis synchronization, such as

winders and coaters, it is easy to adjust the cam control and operation pattern to eliminate position

deviation. Fine-tuning the cutting position and adjusting the synchronization position according to

the transportation speed can achieve high quality and high productivity.

• Start IoT solutions with MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W by connecting shop floor with IoT

• High resolution, large screen display, and equipped with all necessary functions to

visualize factories in one body

• Windows ® OS and coordination with Edgecross enable wider usage

What is TSN*1?

TSN is a set of international standards, which define the time synchronization method

and the time sharing method. By adding these to Ethernet technology, control

communications (ensuring real time reaction), which cannot be perform with

conventional Ethernet, and information communications (non-realtime communications)

can be performed together.

The CC-Link IE TSN time sharing method enables communications independent of the

number of device stations

The time sharing method used as the communications protocol allows simultaneous input

and output communication between connected stations.

High-speed link scan significantly reduces production cycles. Mixed communication cycles

are also possible, ensuring fast and smooth communication even with many device stations.

Optimizing control performance of entire system

With one MELSEC MX Controller, up to three different operation and communication cycles

can be set for each axis and device station.*1

There is no need for multiple CPU modules. This greatly improves the cost efficiency of your

equipment.

Even for multi-axis machines, the control performance at high-speed operation cycles can

be partially secured, improving accuracy in processes such as cutting.

Core load can be monitored and adjusted for optimal machine control

The performance monitor visualizes the operation cycles and load status for each

core assigned to run the program.

Optimize performance by distributing load through mixed operation cycles based

on visualized load status.

Essential CC-Link IE TSN technology for large-scale equipment

High-speed and high-accuracy coordination with a wide range of devices

With a single MELSEC MX controller, you can build a system that combines real-time

control communication for factory automation equipment with information

communication for IT systems.

Precise mark input and cutting not dependent on scan time

Even in applications that require high-speed I/O control without variability, such as roll-to-roll

control, the MX Controller provides precise I/O over the network that is not dependent on the

scan time. Minimized jitter in the I/O timing of mark detection and cutting reduces variations

in web material detection and cut length. This improves yield in high-speed production lines.

Optimize multi-axis system with graphical user interface

Achieve multi-axis machine control with one controller

The MX Controller, equipped with a high-performance multi-core MPU as standard,

integrates sequence, motion, and network control, supporting up to 256 axes.

It supports mixed operation cycles, ensuring high-speed control even with multiple

axes. One controller delivers precise control of individual mechanisms and control

of the entire production line.

Achieving high-speed and high-accuracy motion control

Multi-core MPU

A high-speed multi-core MPU significantly increases processing performance,

including double-precision floating-point operations. Inter-core communication

allows multiple cores to perform different tasks simultaneously, enabling parallel

high-speed sequence, motion, and network control. Distributed control across

cores shortens the overall production cycle.

High resolution, large screen display, and equipped with all necessary functions to visualize

factories in one body

Beautiful, stunning, large screen monitor offers easy-to-view display and user-friendly operation

MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W is equipped with large 21.5-inch widescreen display and a full HD high resolution LCD panel *1 .

Collected data can be displayed on the easy-to-view screen and can be operated by touch operations.

*1 Equipped on MI3321G-W.

PCAP (Projected Capacitive) touch panel

Light-touch operation is realized with a PCAP touch panel that is widely used for smartphones and tablet devices.

The touch panel with high transmittance offers clear and high visibility display.

Data analysis/diagnosis/monitoring

Equipped with Intel ® Core™ i3 CPU, 8 GB memory, and 64 GB SSD.

Simple analysis/diagnosis/monitoring of collected data contributes to improve shop floor.

Windows ® OS and coordination with Edgecross enable wider usage

Windows ® 10 IoT Enterprise pre-installed

Not only familiar Windows ® applications, but also usercreated applications can be used to configure

systems that meet requirements of individual customers.

In addition, long-term support of Windows ® 10 IoT Enterprise ensures safe use of facilities and devices

with long life cycles.

• Start IoT solutions with MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W by connecting shop floor with IoT

• High resolution, large screen display, and equipped with all necessary functions to

visualize factories in one body

• Windows ® OS and coordination with Edgecross enable wider usage

Start IoT solutions with MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W by connecting shop floor with IoT

MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W connects shop floor and IT systems in real time as the front-end

and the base of your factory

Factories that do not create defects, that do not stop.

To make existing factories smarter, demands for applying IoT to shop floor are rapidly increasing.

MI3321G-W, MI3315G-W utilizes the latest IoT technologies to visualize production activities and

collect and analyze big data of manufacturing, thus increasing productivity and ensuring and

improving products quality.

Key Features:

• Network Head Stations for CC-Link and PROFIBUS/DP

• Mix-and-match I/O types: Digital and Analog

• I/O-count expansion as low as 2-point up to 16-point; 63 slices max

• Online Module Change without rewiring

• Selectable Spring or Screw clamp terminals

• Single software: GX Configurator-ST

• DIN Rail mounting

Digital I/O Modules

The ST Series Digital Input/Output modules come in various sizes and

capacities, with counts as low as 2 points and as high as 16 points.

These modules can be assembled in any order and mixed with analog

I/O modules as well. Each I/O module requires a corresponding base

module, which will be individually keyed to that type of I/O module 

after the first use. This prevents spare modules to be placed in incorrect

position during maintenance such as Online Module Change.

The ST Series Remote I/O solution, where “ST” stands for “Slice Terminal”

after their extremely slim profile (~0.5in), places easily-expandable

remote I/O devices on decentralized head stations. This allows users to

mix-and-match between digital and analog I/O types on a single network

node. This product promotes ease of design flexibility and ease of 

maintenance, including online I/O module replacement. The ST Series has

dedicated software which is used for system configuration, commissioning,

and online troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Supporting both CC-Link and PROFIBUS/DP, this product is perfect for

applications with modular remote I/O requirements.

Key Features:

• Network Head Stations for CC-Link and PROFIBUS/DP

• Mix-and-match I/O types: Digital and Analog

• I/O-count expansion as low as 2-point up to 16-point; 63 slices max

• Online Module Change without rewiring

• Selectable Spring or Screw clamp terminals

• Single software: GX Configurator-ST

• DIN Rail mounting