Product Features

Point1High-speed/high-accuracy processing can improve productivity

• The high-speed system bus is approx. 40-times faster compared to existing models, achieving very fast and large-capacity data processing between CPU modules or network modules
• CC-Link IE TSN realizes I/O control and high-speed motion control on one network

Point2Complex processes can be realized with advanced synchronous control

• The inter-module synchronization function allows the input or output timing of various I/O modules and advanced information modules to be synchronized with the program execution timing of CPU modules. This realizes high-accuracy control of the system and equipment
• Use of CC-Link IE TSN realizes network-level synchronization, providing node-level synchronization that ensures deterministic data flow void of any influence from data transmission delays
• Ideal for applications such as “cutting and folding” inside an offset printer, which requires synchronization between the printing quality sensor, high-speed rotary cutter, folding roller and conveyor

Point3System recorder identifies anomaly patterns from video feeds

• In coordination with the camera recorder module and engineering software GX VideoViewer Pro, differences from normal patterns are extracted according to changes in “appearance (color, shape, position, etc.)” and “operation (amount of travel in unit time, etc.)”, then marked on the video feed automatically
• Target device and labels to be recorded can be set with extensive triggers, allowing to check the target only

Point4The system recorder allows quicker debugging of equipment

• By replaying the system-wide recording data synchronizing with a program, the error status of equipment can be checked in time-series
• A cause of unexpected operations at equipment startup can be visually analyzed, allowing prompt debugging of the equipment

Point5Enhanced security authentication and unauthorized access blocking reduce the risk of data breach

• The CPU module can be accessed only from the computer whose IP address is registered (IP filter function)
• Programs can be locked to prevent from being opened on computers where the security key has not been registered (security key authentication function)
• Each Program Organization Unit (POU) can be locked (block password function)
• Access from non-registered devices can be blocked, thereby lowering the risk of program hacking and unauthorized tampering by a third party

Point6Module firmware update ensuring the latest functional version modules

• MELSEC iQ-R Series CPU modules and network modules support firmware update function
• Update is possible with the engineering software GX Works3 or an SD memory card
• Utilize new functions immediately without purchasing a new module

Point7Add the advanced features of the MELSEC iQ-R Series to the existing system

• Utilizing the RQ extension base unit, the MELSEC iQ-R Series modules can be added to the system where the MELSEC-Q Series modules are already used

• The MELSEC iQ-R Series can be installed externally without changing the MELSEC-Q Series system

• Terminal blocks of the MELSEC-Q Series I/O modules can be attached to the MELSEC iQ-R Series modules, allowing utilization of the existing wiring