Product Features

Point1Significantly reduce the time for selecting devices and combinations

• Combinations of modules and options selected can be simulated. Restrictions such as consumption current and number of installable modules can also be checked
• Selected product name, model, and quantity are exported in Excel® format. The list can be printed out for consideration of the purchase

• The selected result can be exported in AutomationML format and imported to the engineering software MELSOFT Navigator
• Can quickly move to the design phase based on the imported selection results

Point2Setup can be done by simply arranging modules

• GX Works3 incorporates features that enable module configuration and I/O assignment parameter registration by simply dragging and dropping components
• Simply double-click on the desired module, the corresponding parameters will be registered in the project
• System design is easily completed in one screen, reducing engineering time

Point3Utilization of programs and collaboration on system design

• Structured projects and structure management enable utilization of programs and collaboration on system design
• Since program changes made by others are quickly reflected and revision histories are centrally managed, tracking changes is easy

Point4Motion related module setup with GX Works3 only

• GX Works3 is equipped with a special motion setup tool that makes it easy to change motion module and simple motion module settings such as module parameters, positioning data and servo parameters

Point5Efficient programming utilizing similar ladder circuits

• Increment device numbers to paste continuously
• If one standard circuit is created, it will be duplicated in a batch using a continuous pasting function

Point6Utilization of segmented programs

• By segmenting a control program into components (function blocks), intuitive and highly diverting programming (structured programming) is possible
• When segmented program components are registered as library, utilization of segmented programs is easier, thereby reducing programming time

Point7Function blocks (FBs) can be created from existing device programs

• Repeatedly used ladder circuits in the existing programs are segmented into components (function blocks) for utilization
• Programs can be shortened by representing lengthy processing in ladder circuits as functions

Point8Sample programs enable test operation of a device and demonstration machine

• Using e-Manual Viewer*1, it is possible to directly copy sample programs within manuals and paste them to GX Works3
• Execution of copied sample programs enables test operation of a device and demonstration machine

Point9Utilization of the MELSEC-Q Series programs reduces programming time

• MELSEC-Q Series programs can be utilized, eliminating the need to create a new program*2
• The MELSEC-Q Series programs created with GX Works2 can be converted to the MELSEC iQ-R Series programs by simply opening them in GX Works3

Point10Simulate operation even before having devices

• Simulation is possible on GX Works3 without devices required
• Test before having devices reduces rework
• Motion control can be simulated as well

Point11Quick search enables execution of functions quickly

• Displays related functions from the entered key word
• Related functions can be searched easily, reducing time to search a manual

Point12Visualize device status and affected area of programs

• Data flow analysis visualizes the device status and affected area of programs
• When taking over and maintaining programs created by others, it is easy to understand the programs

Point13Accurately measure processing time of ladders

• The scan time clear function enables accurate measurement of the ladder processing time for essential movement of equipment and machines
• Clears the temporarily time-consuming scan time information such as startup and changeover, and accurately determines maximum and minimum scan times during production operation

Point14Errors can be easily checked by module and network diagnostics

• Errors can be easily identified by using the diagnostic function
• Module configuration of the system and error status are easily recognized with system-wide monitoring

Point15Multi-language menu, ideal for global support

• GX Works3 supports multiple languages (Japanese, English, Chinese) for global use
• Device comments within the project can be switched between various languages
• When maintenance is performed by other language speakers, comments can be switched to their native language for smooth operation

Point16Analysis by visualizing device/label

• Identify a fault by overlaying logging data during normal operation and abnormal operation
• Monitor logging data in real-time by connecting with a programmable controller in operation

Point17Offline monitor function of GX Works3 coordinating with GX LogViewer

• Playback of data can be done very simply just by loading the recorded data into GX Works3, automatically executing all other necessary tools
• Using the “seek bar” enables to jump back and forth within the timeline synchronizing data between GX Works3 program monitoring (circuit monitor), GX LogViewer (waveform display), and GOT (HMI) (screens, operations log, and alarm history)