Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD FX3U Communication Board

Introduction to Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

 

The FX3U-USB-BD board (hereinafter called USB-BD) is a function extension board for USB communication equipped with an USB port (MINI B plug, female).By connecting the USB-BD and a personal computer, program transfer to a PLC main unit and monitoring can be performed.

 

1.1 Incorporated Items of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD
Check if the following product and items are included in the package:

Product	USB communication expansion board FX3U-USB-BD	1
Included items	M3 tapping screws USB driver software (CD-ROM) USB cable (3m (118.1")) User's Manual (this manual)	2 1 1 1

 

1.2 External Dimensions and Part Names of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

 

Installation of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

• Cut off all phases of the power source externally before starting the installation or wiring work, thus avoiding electric shock or damages to the product.

• Use the product in the environment within the general specifications described in PLC main unit manual (Hardware Edition).
Never use the product in areas with dust, oily smoke, conductive dusts, corrosive gas (salt air, Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NO2), flammable gas, vibrations or impacts, or expose it to high temperature, condensation, or wind and rain.If the product is used in such a place described above, electrical shock, fire,malfunction, damage, or deterioration may be caused.
• Use screwdrivers carefully when performing installation work, thus avoiding accident or product damage.
• When drilling screw holes or wiring, cutting chips or wire chips should not enter ventilation slits.Such an accident may cause fire, failure or malfunction.
• Do not touch the conductive parts of the product directly, thus avoiding failure or malfunction.
• Fix the expansion board securely to the specified connector. Incorrect connection may cause malfunction.

The following explains the installation method to FX3U/FX3UC Series PLC (FX3U Series PLC is used for the following example).
For removing and installing details, refer to the PLC main unit manual.
However, FX3UC Series PLC manual is only available in Japanese.

 

2.1 Installation Method of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

• Refer to the procedure 2) for configuring a new system.
• Refer to the procedure 1) for adding product to an existing system.
1) Power off the PLC.
Disconnect all the cables connected to the PLC.
Dismount the PLC from the DIN rail.
2) Using a flat blade screwdriver as shown in the right figure, lift the little dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A). Do not damage the circuit board or electronic parts.
3) Remove the dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A) in a parallel motion away from the main unit.
4) Make sure the expansion board (right fig. B) is in parallel with the main unit (right fig. C) and fix it to the expansion board connector.
5) Fix the expansion board (right fig. B) to the main unit using the M3 tapping screws of the provided (right fig. D).
Tighten to a torque: 0.3 to 0.6 N⋅m

 

Specification of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

3.1 Applicable PLC of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

Model name	Applicability
FX3U Series PLC	Ver.2.00 or later (from the first product)
FX3UC Series PLC	Ver.1.00 or later

Only one function expansion board can be used for one main unit.
Two or more FX3U-USB-BD cannot be used, or other expansion boards such as FX3U-422-BD or FX3U-485-BD cannot be installed/used together with FX3U-USB-BD. 

 

3.2 General Specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD
General specifications are equivalent to the PLC main unit.
However, please don't perform any dielectric withstand voltage test and insulation resistance test to this product.

 

3.3 Power Supply Specification of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

Item	Specification
Current consumption	15mA / DC 5V (supplied by DC 5V power of main unit) 30mA / DC 5V (supplied by USB connector of personal computer)

 

3.4 Communication Specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

Item	Specification
Transmission standard	USB2.0 (For full speed)
Isolation	Photocoupler isolation (Between communication line and CPU)
Maximum transmission distance	5m (196.9") at most (Included cable is 3m(118.1").)
Baud Rate	9600/19200/38400/57600/115200 bps
Port	USB (MINI B plug female)

 

3.5 System Requirements of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD

 

System Configuration of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD
Connected equipment and connected cable

 

Connecting Procedure of Mitsubishi FX3U-USB-BD
1) Power off the PLC.
2) Connect the USB (MINI B plug male) connector of the USB cable to the FX3U-USB-BD.
3) Connect the USB (A plug male) connector of the USB cable to the personal computer.
4) Turn ON the power supply of the PLC.
5) Turn ON the power supply of the personal computer.
6. Driver Installation
Procedure for installing the driver is explained below.
Windows XP installation follows.
• Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Millennium Edition, and Windows2000, the installation method will vary.
Installation of the driver is canceled during the following process, the installation is not carried out correctly.
If the installation is canceled, uninstall the driver and install again.
Please refer to Chapter 8 for instructions on uninstalling the driver.
Please install the driver with the following procedure.
1)When the USB cable is connected to the personal computer, the following screen is displayed.When the USB cable is connected to the personal computer, the following screen is displayed.

2) The following screen is displayed. (Only in Windows XP)

3) The following screen is displayed.

Click [ Finish ].
The installation of the USB driver software will finish.
- If Windows 98, Windows 98SE or Windows Millennium Edition is used,installation of the USB Serial Port software begins, and ends automatically.
The CD-ROM can be removed from the personal computer at this time.
- If using Windows 2000 or Windows XP, proceed to step 4).

4) The following screen is displayed.

Click [ Next > ].
The installation of the USB Serial Port software will begin.
- If using Windows 2000, a screen to select the location of the installation files is displayed.
Please select the CD-ROM drive.
5) The screen of 2) is displayed. (Only in Windows XP)
Click [ Continue Anyway ].

6) The following screen is displayed.

Click [ Finish ].
The installation of the USB Serial Port software will finish.
The CD-ROM (USB driver software) can be removed from the personal computer at this time.

 

 

Our company (Kollewin Technology CO., Limited) have a new product, named FX3U-USB-BD.

It is 100% compatible with Mitsubishi original FX3U-USB-BD.

 

Part#: FX3U-USB-BD

The unit price is USD40.69/pc  

 

USER'S MUNUAL PDF of communication board FX3U-USB-BD:

USB COMMUNICATION BOARD FX3U-USB-BD

 

 

Specification of communication board FX3U-USB-BD:

Product Name	Communication Board
Fit	for Mitsubishi FX3U PLC
Model NO.	FX3U-USB-BD
Transmission standard	USB2.0 (For full speed)
Voltage	DC 5V
Current consumption	15mA / DC 5V (supplied by DC 5V power of main unit) 30mA / DC 5V (supplied by USB connector of personal computer)
Max.Transmission Distance	5m (196.9") at most (Included cable is 3m(118.1").)
LED Indicators	SD, RD
Communication Method	Half-duplex
Isolation	Photocoupler isolation (Between communication line and CPU)
Material	Plastic, Metal
Net Weight	20g
Port	USB Connector(MINI B plug female)
Package Content	2 x M3 tapping screws
	1 x USB driver software (CD-ROM)
	1 x USB cable (3m (118.1"))
	1 x User's Manual (this manual)

 

Description of communication board FX3U-USB-BD:

• This is a USB communication expansion board FX3U-USB-BD. FX3U-USB-BD is an expansion board equipped with an European temial black for USB communication.
• The FX3U-USB-BD exchange data with USB devices.
• FX3U-USB-BD:USB Board for FX3U PLC, anti-static electricity and surging protection.
• This is OEM product, not Mitsubishi original part.

 

More communication boards, please click below links:

FX2N-485-BD+

FX2N-485-BD

FX2N-422-BD

FX2N-232-BD

FX1N-485-BD

FX1N-422-BD

FX3U-485-BD

FX3U-422-BD

FX3U-232-BD

FX3U-USB-BD

FX2N-4DA

 

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Please feel free to contact me for any question!

Contact person: Miss Nancy

Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD RS485 Board

Introduction to Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

FX3U-485-BD is a expansion board equipped with an European terminal block for RS-485 communication. FX3U-485-BD exchanges data RS-485 devices.

1.1 Incorporated Items of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

Product	RS-485 communication expansion board FX3U-485-BD
Included items	M3 tapping screws for installation: 2 pcs. Station number labels for linking Installation Manual (This manual)

 

1.2 Communication Function of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

Communication type	Function
N:N network	Data transfer connecting up to eight FX Series PLCs.
Parallel link	Data transfer between two PLCs relationship specifying master/slave station.
Computer link	Data transfer via dedicated protocol between PLC and computer (specified as the master station).
Non-protocol communication	Serial communication via non-protocol between PLC and RS-485 device.
Inverter communication	Controlling Mitsubishi's FREQROL inverter using Inverter communication instructions.

 

1.3 External Dimensions and Part Names of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

 

Installation of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

• Cut off all phases of the power source externally before starting the installation or wiring work, thus avoiding electric shock or damages to the product.

• Use the product in the environment within the general specifications described in PLC main unit manual (Hardware Edition).
Never use the product in areas with dust, oily smoke, conductive dusts, corrosive gas (salt air, Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NO2), flammable gas, vibrations or impacts, or expose it to high temperature, condensation, or wind and rain.If the product is used in such a place described above, electrical shock, fire,malfunction, damage, or deterioration may be caused.
• Use screwdrivers carefully when performing installation work, thus avoiding accident or product damage.
• When drilling screw holes or wiring, cutting chips or wire chips should not enter ventilation slits.Such an accident may cause fire, failure or malfunction.
• Do not touch the conductive parts of the product directly, thus avoiding failure or malfunction.
• Fix the expansion board securely to the specified connector. Incorrect connection may cause malfunction.

 

The following explains the installation method to FX3U/FX3UC Series PLC (FX3U Series PLC is used for the following example).
For removing and installing details, refer to the PLC main unit manual. However, FX3UC Series PLC manual is only available in Japanese.

 

2.1 Installation Method of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

• Refer to the procedure 2) for configuring a new system.
• Refer to the procedure 1) for adding product to an existing system.
1) Power off the PLC.
Disconnect all the cables connected to the PLC.
Dismount the PLC from the DIN rail.
2) Using a flat blade screwdriver as shown in the right figure, lift the little dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A). Do not damage the circuit board or electronic parts.
3) Remove the dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A) in a parallel motion away from the main unit.
4) Make sure the expansion board (right fig. B) is in parallel with the main unit (right fig. C) and fix it to the expansion board connector.
5) Fix the expansion board (right fig. B) to the main unit using the M3 tapping screws of the provided (right fig. D).
Tighten to a torque: 0.3 to 0.6 N⋅m

 

Specification of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

STARTUP AND MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
  Doing so may cause failure, malfunction or fire.
  * For repair, contact your local Mitsubishi Electric distributor.
• Do not drop the product or do not exert strong impact, doing so may cause damage.

DISPOSAL PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

• Please contact a company certified in the disposal of electronic waste for environmentally safe recycling and disposal of the product.

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

• During transportation avoid any impact as the product is a precision instrument.
  Check the operation of the product after transportation.

 

3.1 Applicable PLC of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

Model name	Applicability
FX3U Series PLC	Ver.2.00 or later (from the first product)
FX3UC Series PLC	Ver.1.00 or later

Only one function expansion board can be used for one main unit.
Two or more FX3U-485-BD cannot be used, or other expansion boards such as FX3U-422-BD or FX3U-232-BD cannot be installed/used together with FX3U-485-BD.

 

3.2 General Specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD
General specifications are equivalent to the PLC main unit. For general specifications, refer to the following manual.
However, since the product is not isolated between communication lines and the CPU of main unit, please don't perform any dielectric withstand voltage test and insulation resistance test to this product.

 

3.3 Power supply specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD
5V DC, 40 mA is supplied as the power from the main unit.

 

3.4 Communication specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-485-BD

Item	Specification
Transmission standard	In conformance to RS-485/RS-422
Maximum transmission distance	50 m (164ft) maximum
Connection method	8-pin MINI DIN (female)
Communication method	Half-duplex
Communication format	Non-protocol communication, computer link (dedicated protocol format 1 and 4), parallel link, and N:N network
Baud rate	No protocol, Computer link : 300/600/1200/2400/4800/9600/19200 bps Parallel link : 115200bps N:N network : 384000 bps
Insulation	Not insulated (Between communication line and CPU)

 

Our company (Kollewin Technology CO., Limited) have a new product, named FX3U-485-BD.

It is 100% compatible with Mitsubishi original FX3U-485-BD.

 

Part#: FX3U-485-BD

The unit price is USD29.90/pc  

 

USER'S MUNUAL PDF of communication board FX3U-485-BD:

RS-485 COMMUNICATION BOARD FX3U-485-BD

 

Specification of communication board FX3U-485-BD:

Product Name	Communication Board
Fit	for Mitsubishi FX3U PLC
Model NO.	FX3U-485-BD
External Connector Type	In Conformance to RS-485
Voltage	DC 5V
Current	40mA
Max.Transmission Distance	15M
LED Indicators	SD, RD
Communication Method	Half-duplex
Insulation	No Insulated
Material	Plastic, Metal
Net Weight	15g
Package Content	1 x Communication Board 2 x Install Screw

 

Description of communication board FX3U-485-BD:

• This is a RS-485 communication expansion board FX3U-485-BD. FX3U-485-BD is an expansion board equipped with an European temial black for RS-485 communication.
• The FX3u-485-BD exchange data with RS-485 devices.
• FX3U-485-BD:RS485 Board for FX3U PLC, anti-static electricity and surging protection.
• This is OEM product, not Mitsubishi original part.

 

More communication boards, please click below links:

FX2N-485-BD+

FX2N-485-BD

FX2N-422-BD

FX2N-232-BD

FX1N-485-BD

FX1N-422-BD

FX3U-485-BD

FX3U-422-BD

FX3U-232-BD

FX3U-USB-BD

FX2N-4DA

 

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Please feel free to contact me for any question!

Contact person: Miss Nancy

Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD RS422 Board

Introduction to Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

FX3U-422-BD is the board with a port for connecting a programming tool, GOT, or ET
Series.

1.1 Incorporated Items of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

Product	RS-422 communication expansion board FX3U-422-BD
Included items	M3 tapping screws for installation: 2 pcs. Installation Manual (This manual)

 

1.2 External Dimensions and Part Names of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

 

 

 

Installation of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

• Cut off all phases of the power source externally before starting the installation or wiring work, thus avoiding electric shock or damages to the product.

• Use the product in the environment within the general specifications described in PLC main unit manual (Hardware Edition).
Never use the product in areas with dust, oily smoke, conductive dusts, corrosive gas (salt air, Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NO2), flammable gas, vibrations or impacts, or expose it to high temperature, condensation, or wind and rain.If the product is used in such a place described above, electrical shock, fire,malfunction, damage, or deterioration may be caused.
• Use screwdrivers carefully when performing installation work, thus avoiding accident or product damage.
• When drilling screw holes or wiring, cutting chips or wire chips should not enter ventilation slits.Such an accident may cause fire, failure or malfunction.
• Do not touch the conductive parts of the product directly, thus avoiding failure or malfunction.
• Fix the expansion board securely to the specified connector. Incorrect connection may cause malfunction.

 

The following explains the installation method to FX3U/FX3UC Series PLC (FX3U Series PLC is used for the following example).
For removing and installing details, refer to the PLC main unit manual. However, FX3UC Series PLC manual is only available in Japanese.

 

2.1 Installation Method of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

• Refer to the procedure 2) for configuring a new system.
• Refer to the procedure 1) for adding product to an existing system.
1) Power off the PLC.
Disconnect all the cables connected to the PLC.
Dismount the PLC from the DIN rail.
2) Using a flat blade screwdriver as shown in the right figure, lift the little dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A). Do not damage the circuit board or electronic parts.
3) Remove the dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A) in a parallel motion away from the main unit.
4) Make sure the expansion board (right fig. B) is in parallel with the main unit (right fig. C) and fix it to the expansion board connector.
5) Fix the expansion board (right fig. B) to the main unit using the M3 tapping screws of the provided (right fig. D).
Tighten to a torque: 0.3 to 0.6 N⋅m

 

Specification of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

STARTUP AND MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
  Doing so may cause failure, malfunction or fire.
  * For repair, contact your local Mitsubishi Electric distributor.
• Do not drop the product or do not exert strong impact, doing so may cause damage.

 

DISPOSAL PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

• Please contact a company certified in the disposal of electronic waste for environmentally safe recycling and disposal of the product.

 

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

• During transportation avoid any impact as the product is a precision instrument.
  Check the operation of the product after transportation.

 

3.1 Applicable PLC of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

Model name	Applicability
FX3U Series PLC	Ver.2.00 or later (from the first product)
FX3UC Series PLC	Ver.1.00 or later

Only one function expansion board can be used for one main unit.
Two or more FX3U-422-BD cannot be used, or other expansion boards such as FX3U-232-BD or FX3U-485-BD cannot be installed/used together with FX3U-422-BD.

 

3.2 General Specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD
General specifications are equivalent to the PLC main unit. For general specifications, refer to the following manual.
However, since the product is not isolated between communication lines and the CPU of main unit, please don't perform any dielectric withstand voltage test and insulation resistance test to this product. 

 

3.3 Power supply specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD
5V DC, 20 mA is supplied as the power from the main unit. However, current consumption becomes higher depending on the connected peripheral equipment.

 

3.4 Communication specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-422-BD

Item	Specification
Transmission standard	In conformance to RS-422
Maximum transmission distance	50 m (164ft) maximum
Connection method	8-pin MINI DIN (female)
Communication method	Half-duplex
Communication format	Programming communication
Insulation	Not insulated (Between communication line and CPU)

 

Our company (Kollewin Technology CO., Limited) have a new product, named FX3U-422-BD.

It is 100% compatible with Mitsubishi original FX3U-422-BD.

 

Part#: FX3U-422-BD

The unit price is USD29.90/pc  

 

USER'S MUNUAL PDF of communication board FX3U-422-BD:

RS-422 COMMUNICATION BOARD FX3U-422-BD

 

 

 

Specification of communication board FX3U-422-BD:

Product Name	Communication Board
Fit for	for Mitsubishi FX3U PLC
Model No.	FX3U-422-BD
Transmission Stanndard	In Conformance to RS-422
External Connector Type	Mini-DIN 8 Pin
Voltage	DC 5V
Current	60mA
Max.Transmission Distance	50M
Material	Metal, Plastic
Net Weight	14g
Package Content	1 x Communication Board 1 x Top Cover 2 x Install Screw

 

Description of communication board FX3U-422-BD:

• The FX3U-422-BD interface adapters provide a second RS422 interface for connection of an additional device to the controller (programming unit or operator terminal).
• This is OEM product, not Mitsubishi original part.

 

More communication boards, please click below links:

FX2N-485-BD+

FX2N-485-BD

FX2N-422-BD

FX2N-232-BD

FX1N-485-BD

FX1N-422-BD

FX3U-485-BD

FX3U-422-BD

FX3U-232-BD

FX3U-USB-BD

FX2N-4DA

 

More pictures of communication board 

 

Please feel free to contact me for any question!

Contact person: Miss Nancy

 

Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD RS232 Board

Introduction to Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

FX3U-232-BD is a expansion board equipped with a 9-pin D-Sub for RS-232C communication. FX3U-232-BD exchanges data RS-232C devices.
 

1.1 Incorporated Items of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

Product	RS-232C communication expansion board FX3U-232-BD
Included items	M3 tapping screws for installation: 2 pcs. Installation Manual (This manual)

 

1.2 Communication Function of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

Communication type	Function
Computer link	Data transfer via dedicated protocol between PLC and computer (specified as the master station).
Non-protocol communication	Serial communication via non-protocol between PLC and RS-232C device.
Programming communication	Programming communication via port of 232BD installed in PLC.
Remote maintenance	Program transfer or monitoring enabled via modem and phone line connected to serial port of PLC.

 

1.3 External Dimensions and Part Names of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

The communication port of the 232BD is 9-Pin D-Sub male type.

The table below shows the pin arrangement.

 

Installation of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

INSTALLATION  PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

• Cut off all phases of the power source externally before starting the installation or wiring work, thus avoiding electric shock or damages to the product.

• Use the product in the environment within the general specifications described in PLC main unit manual (Hardware Edition).
Never use the product in areas with dust, oily smoke, conductive dusts, corrosive gas (salt air, Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NO2), flammable gas, vibrations or impacts, or expose it to high temperature, condensation, or wind and rain.If the product is used in such a place described above, electrical shock, fire,malfunction, damage, or deterioration may be caused.
• Use screwdrivers carefully when performing installation work, thus avoiding accident or product damage.
• When drilling screw holes or wiring, cutting chips or wire chips should not enter ventilation slits.Such an accident may cause fire, failure or malfunction.
• Do not touch the conductive parts of the product directly, thus avoiding failure or malfunction.
• Fix the expansion board securely to the specified connector. Incorrect connection may cause malfunction.

 

The following explains the installation method to FX3U/FX3UC Series PLC (FX3U Series PLC is used for the following example).
For removing and installing details, refer to the PLC main unit manual. However, FX3UC Series PLC manual is only available in Japanese.

 

2.1 Installation Method of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

• Refer to the procedure 2) for configuring a new system.
• Refer to the procedure 1) for adding product to an existing system.
1) Power off the PLC.
Disconnect all the cables connected to the PLC.
Dismount the PLC from the DIN rail.
2) Using a flat blade screwdriver as shown in the right figure, lift the little dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A). Do not damage the circuit board or electronic parts.
3) Remove the dummy expansion board cover (right fig. A) in a parallel motion away from the main unit.
4) Make sure the expansion board (right fig. B) is in parallel with the main unit (right fig. C) and fix it to the expansion board connector.
5) Fix the expansion board (right fig. B) to the main unit using the M3 tapping screws of the provided (right fig. D).
Tighten to a torque: 0.3 to 0.6 N⋅m

 

Specification of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

STARTUP AND MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
  Doing so may cause failure, malfunction or fire.
  * For repair, contact your local Mitsubishi Electric distributor.
• Do not drop the product or do not exert strong impact, doing so may cause damage.

 

DISPOSAL PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

• Please contact a company certified in the disposal of electronic waste for environmentally safe recycling and disposal of the product.

 

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

• During transportation avoid any impact as the product is a precision instrument.
  Check the operation of the product after transportation.

 

3.1 Applicable PLC of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

Model name	Applicability
FX3U Series PLC	Ver.2.00 or later (from the first product)
FX3UC Series PLC	Ver.1.00 or later

Only one function expansion board can be used for one main unit.Two or more FX3U-232-BD cannot be used, or other expansion boards such as FX3U-422-BD or FX3U-485-BD cannot be installed/used together with FX3U-232-BD.

 

3.2 General Specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD
General specifications are equivalent to the PLC main unit. For general specifications, refer to the following manual.
However, since the product is not isolated between communication lines and the CPU of main unit, please don't perform any dielectric withstand voltage test and insulation resistance test to this product.

 

3.3 Power supply specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD
5V DC, 20 mA is supplied from the internal power supply in main unit.

 

3.4 Communication specifications of Mitsubishi FX3U-232-BD

Item	Specification
Transmission standard	In conformance to RS-232C
Maximum transmission distance	15 m (49ft) maximum
Connection method	9-pin D-Sub type (male)
Indication (LED)	RD, SD
Communication method	Full-duplex
Communication format	Non-protocol communication, computer link (dedicated protocol format 1 and 4), and programming communication
Baud rate	Following baud rate can be specified when using computer link or non-protocol communication: 300/600/ 1200/2400/4800/9600/19200 bps
Insulation	Not insulated (Between communication line and CPU)

 

 

Our company (Kollewin Technology CO., Limited) have a new product, named FX3U-232-BD.

It is 100% compatible with Mitsubishi original FX3U-232-BD.

 

Part#: FX3U-232-BD

The unit price is USD29.90/pc  

 

USER'S MUNUAL PDF of communication board FX3U-232-BD:

RS-232 COMMUNICATION BOARD FX3U-232-BD 

 

Specification of communication board FX3U-232-BD:

Product Name	Communication Board
Fit	for Mitsubishi FX3U PLC
Model NO.	FX3U-232-BD
External Connector Type	RS-232C DB9 Male Plug
Voltage	DC 5V
Current	20mA
Max.Transmission Distance	15M
D-sub 9-pin Layout	1:CD;2:RD(RXD);3:SD(TXD);4:ER(DTR);5:SG(GND);6:DR(DSR);7,8,9:NC(not used)
Material	Plastic, Metal
Net Weight	20g
Package Content	1 x Communication Board 1 x Top Cover 2 x Install Screw

 

Description of communication board FX3U-232-BD:

• The communication modules for use with FX3U PLCs. The ADP modules fit on to the left hand side of the base unit while the BD modules clip into the front left corner of the base unit.
• Port to connect a programming tool.
• RS232C interface boards for Mitsubishi FX3U, anti-static and anti-surge.
• This is OEM product, not Mitsubishi original part.

 

More communication boards, please click below links:

FX2N-485-BD+

FX2N-485-BD

FX2N-422-BD

FX2N-232-BD

FX1N-485-BD

FX1N-422-BD

FX3U-485-BD

FX3U-422-BD

FX3U-232-BD

FX3U-USB-BD

FX2N-4DA

 

More pictures of communication board 

 

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