by Regardt Voigt | Jun 20, 2021 | Melsec-Q, QJ71E71-100, Uncategorized
Introduction A breakdown of what communication protocols are being supported by Melsec-Q QJ71E71-100 ethernet module; The QJ71E71-100 module As per this table below – the only restriction the seems to be applicable is that imposed by redundancy...
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 14, 2021 | FX5, FX5U, GX Works 2, GX Works 3, GX Works 3, iQ-F, iQR-Series, Melsec iQ-R, Melsec-Q, PLC, Qseries, Software
Introduction A short comparison between two Melsec iQ-R memory cards types SD memory card vs SRAM SD memory card – NZ1MEM-2GBSD (284966) This is a 2GB SD memory card. Any PLC CPU that has an SD card slot – can use this card....
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 12, 2021 | FX2N, FX3U, GX Developer, Melsec-Q, PLC
Introduction A short discussion on how to utilize the GX Developer Global variables in PLC programming. GX Developer – Global label variables To access the Global label variables for a Melsec-Q series PLC Global label variables for Melsec-Q series PLC can be accessed...
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 11, 2021 | HF-SP152, Motion Controllers, MR Configurator, MR Configurator 2, MR-J3, MR-J3-200B, MR-J4-T20, MR-J4s, Q03UDCPU, Q173DCPU, Servo Motors, Servo Systems
Introduction A short scenario of a Melservo Motor replacement and the migration requirements thereof. The scenario HF-SP152 Servo Motor requires replacement The Current Control System in place: Servo Motor – HF-SP152 Servo Amplifier – MR-J3-200B ...
by Regardt Voigt | Dec 23, 2020 | Melsec-Q, Mitsubishi CNC drives, MR-J2s, MR-J3, MR-J4s, MR-JE, PLC, Servo Systems, Servos
Introduction In some cases – it is required then MSDS documentation is be supplied along with the delivery of batteries, or for other logistic matters. Herewith the downloadable .pdf versions of the Q6BAT and MR-J3BAT battery MSDS Files (MSDS – Material...
by Regardt Voigt | Oct 6, 2020 | Melsec-Q, PLC, Q68AD-G, Q68ADI, Q68ADV, Qseries
Introduction A short discussion on the standard analog input modules of the Melsec-Q series PLC, By standard – we only refer to the highest density voltage and current modules. Note that: Current Analog Input is AI which is ADC which is analog to digital...
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 14, 2020 | FX3U, FX5, GX Developer, GX Works 2, GX Works 3, iQ-F, iQR-Series, Melsec iQ-R, Melsec-FX, Melsec-Q, Mitsubishi EMEA FA Common Platform, Qseries
Introduction Some essential information regarding the GX Works3 – Engineering Software Package; This software is not freeware but commercial. Upon purchase You get two licenses. (However, a five license version is also available) The licenses are not annual but...
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 8, 2020 | GX Works 2, Melsec-Q, PLC, QSeries, Qseries
Introduction This is a short-write up on the Melsec-Q series PLC CPU, depicting differences, specifications, discontinuation and replacements, and model identification. Basic Model QCPU Herewith the Basic Model Performance Specifications: High Performance Model QCPU...
by Regardt Voigt | Apr 2, 2020 | Convert PLC Applications, FX2N, FX3U, FX5, GX Works 2, GX Works 3, iQ-F, iQR-Series, Melsec iQ-R, Melsec-A, Melsec-FX, Melsec-Q, PID Control, PLC, Qseries, QSeries, Software, VSD
DATATYPES In the digital world, logic is the dictating force in order for performance to exist. The language at which data is being put in transit is being done so via the values being stored into the relevant datatypes. In general, the following datatypes are...
by Regardt Voigt | Mar 31, 2020 | FX5, GX Works 2, GX Works 3, GX Works 3, iQ-F, iQR-Series, Melsec iQ-R, Melsec-Q, PLC, Qseries, QSeries, Software
Introduction GX Works is a commercial software – and not free-ly available. This makes sense, given the amount of features and functionality one gets with the software. Upon the purchasing of the license(s) – the software can be registered online. Free...