PLC PANASONIC FP-X

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.

Short overview of 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

FP-X Model