Melsec-FX PLC – 2 Row Installation Option via Extension Hardware

Introduction

A short summary related to the 2-Row installation options for Melsec FX PLC Systems 

This type of configuration is achieved via extension hardware. There are two different scenarios here – and both of these scenarios have different hardware requirements.

If it is required to interconnect a Melsec-FX PLC to an Extension Unit.

The following cabling is required:

The following hardware is defined as Extension Units:

For more information on this interface cable – find the reference manual as follows:

If it is required to interconnect a Melsec-FX PLC to an Extension Block.

The following cabling and CNV-BUS interface is required:

The following hardware is defined as Extension Blocks:

For more information on this interface – find the reference manual as follows: