• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • (Always read these instructions before using this equipment.) Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals introduced in this manual carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly. The instructions given in this manual are concerned with this product.
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[Design Instructions] DANGER • When overcurrent exceeding the rated load current or caused by a shorted load or the like flows in the output module for a long time, it may cause smoke or fire. To prevent this, configure an external safety circuit, such as fuses.
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[Installation Instructions] CAUTION • Use the PLC in an environment that meets the general specifications contained in this manual. Using this PLC in an environment outside the range of the general specifications could result in electric shock, fire, erroneous operation, and damage to or deterioration of the product. •...
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[Wiring Instructions] CAUTION • Always ground the FG and LG terminals to the protective ground conductor. Not doing so could result in electric shock or malfunction. • Before wiring the module, confirm the rated voltage and terminal layout of the product. Connecting a power supply that is different from the rating or incorrectly wiring the product could result in fire or failure.
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[Startup/Maintenance Instructions] CAUTION • The online operations conducted for the running CPU module by connecting a peripheral device (especially program modification, forced output, operating status change) should be performed after you have read the manual carefully read and fully confirmed safety. Operation mistakes could cause machine damage or accident.
This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.
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Print Date Manual Number Revision Mar., 2003 SH (NA)-080042-J Addition model QX82 May, 2003 SH (NA)-080042-K Partial correction Section 1.2, 2.2 May, 2003 SH (NA)-080042-L Addition model QX82-S1 Partial correction Section 1.2, 3.3 Addition Section 2.15 Jul., 2004 SH (NA)-080042-M Partial correction Section 1.2, 2.1 to 2.15, 3.1 to 3.12, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 8.1, 8.2.1, 8.2.2, 10 Jul., 2005 SH (NA)-080042-N...
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Print Date Manual Number Revision Oct., 2008 SH (NA)-080042-T Addition model QX40-H, QX70-H, QX80-H, QX90-H Partial correction Section 1.2.5, 1.3.1, 2.8 to 2.23, 9.2, Chapter 10 Addition Section 2.7, 2.14, 2.19, 2.23 A - 8 A - 8...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the MITSUBISHI MELSEC-Q Series General-Purpose Programmable Logic Controller. Before using this product, please read this manual carefully to use the equipment to its optimum. CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........................A- 1 REVISIONS ..............................A- 6 INTRODUCTION............................A- 8 CONTENTS..............................A- 8 About Manuals ..............................A- 12...
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2.21 QX82 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) ................2-28 2.22 QX82-S1 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) ............... 2-30 2.23 QX90H DC High-speed Input Module (Negative Common Type) ............. 2-32 3. OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS 3- 1 to 3- 17 3.1 QY10 Contact Output Module ........................
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9. SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK 9- 1 to 9- 8 9.1 Spring Clamp Terminal Block I/O Module ..................9- 1 9.2 Spring clamp terminal block (Q6TE-18S) ..................9- 6 10. NAMES OF MODULE PARTS 10- 1 to 10- 6 11. I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING 11- 1 to 11- 7 11.1 Input Circuit Troubleshooting......................
(1) For programmable controller system To configure a system meeting the requirements of the EMC and Low Voltage Directives when incorporating the Mitsubishi programmable controller (EMC and Low Voltage Directives compliant) into other machinery or equipment, refer to Chapter 9 "EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES" of the QCPU User's Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection).
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS MODULES AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE This chapter describes the general specifications and precautions for use of I/O module. 1.1 General Specifications Refer to the following manual for the general specifications of the I/O modules. •...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (b) The high-speed input modules switch module types (high-speed input or interrupt input) for 16 input points all together and between valid and invalid noise filters as shown below. Function Noise filter GX Developer setting selector...
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(5) It is recommended to install fuses to external terminals per point to prevent the external device and module from being burned in case of load short in the QY22 or QY68A. Operations of the following fuses have been checked and ensured by Mitsubishi. Module model QY22*...
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (7) Precautions for the use of contact output module (a) Relay life of contact output module Applicable module: QY10, QY10-TS, QY18A DC30V =0ms DC100 =7ms AC100V cos =0.7 AC200V cos =0.7 (L/R): Time constant AC100V cos =0.35 : Power factor...
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q POINT (1) When using the module for the application in which the relay contact is frequently switched, the relay life span should be considered. Therefore, it is recommended to use a triac output module. (2) The relay life curve shows the value based on actual use, which is not guaranteed.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (b) Measures against inrush current Relay life significantly varies depending on its load type the characteristics of its inrush current. Take following measures since the inrush current may cause contact welding. •...
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 2) Load of a lamp Inrush current 10 times as large as the rated current may flow through the lamp circuit depending on a load. [Load of an incandescent bulb] 3 to 10 times Incandescent bulb i: Inrush current...
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 3) Capacitive load When a load circuit includes such as a capacitor, inrush current 40 times as large as the rated current may flow through the load circuit depending on a load.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (c) Measures against back EMF When inductive load such as a magnetic contactor and solenoid is shut off, high back EMF is generated between the contacts and arc discharge occurs. Especially when the power factor is small, the life shortens due to arc discharge.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q Circuit example Method for selecting elements Remarks Varistor method Select a cut voltage (Vc) for The recovery time delays the varistor to meet the slightly. following condition. Multiply the value by root two for use of AC power.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.2.3 I/O combined module (1)I/O numbers of combined I/O modules There are two types of combined I/O modules: • Module using same I/O numbers for input and output Since same number is used for input and output, the I/O numbers to be used can be saved.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.2.4 I/O module with protection function The overload protection function and overheat protection function of the following modules are explained below. (1) QY40P, QY40P-TS, QY41P, QY42P, QX41Y41P, QH42P Function Description •...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.2.5 Interrupt module (1) If setting the response time during the interrupt input operation of QI60 or QX40H, QX70H, QX80H, and QX90H, use the module whose contents are shown below. The response time cannot be set with other contents (fixed at 0.2ms.).
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.3 Various Settings for I/O Module Various settings for the I/O module can be made with GX Developer. This section describes how to make the settings with GX Developer. 1.3.1 Setting of I/O response time Set the I/O response time on the I/O assignment tab of PLC Parameter.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (2) For high-speed input module/QI60 Select "Hi. input" or "Interrupt" in "Type" combo box on the I/O assignment tab of PLC parameter. Then, click the "Detailed setting" button, and then select the input response time in "I/O response time"*1 combo box.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (3) For high-speed input module/QX40H, QX70H, QX80H, QX90H Select "Hi.input" or "Interrupt", which is the same module type as the one selected with the high-speed input module switch, in "Type" combo box on the I/O assignment tab of PLC parameter.*1 Then, click the "Detailed setting"...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.3.2 Setting of error-time output mode Set the error-time output mode on the I/O assignment tab of PLC parameter in GX Developer. Select "Output" or "I/O mix" in the "Type" combo box on the I/O assignment tab of PLC parameter.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 1.3.3 Switch setting of interrupt module Perform the switch setting on the I/O assignment tab of PLC parameter when operating the interrupt input for QI60, QX40H, QX70H, QX80H, or QX90H. Select "Interrupt"...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2. INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 QX10 AC Input Module Type AC Input Module Specifications QX10 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage, frequency 100-120VAC (+10/-15%) 50/60Hz (±3Hz) QX10 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Input voltage distortion Within 5% (Refer to section 1.2) 8 9 A B C D E F...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.2 QX10-TS AC Input Module This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an input module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type AC Input Module Specifications QX10-TS Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.4 QX40 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX40 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) QX40 Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.5 QX40-S1 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX40-S1 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.6 QX40-TS DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an input module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX40-TS Appearance...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.7 QX40H DC High-Speed Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC high-speed input module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX40H Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Terminal Block Number Signal Name Derating Chart 26.4VDC 28.8VDC ratio 50 55 Ambient temperature External Connections TB10 COM1 TB11 TB12 TB13 TB14 Internal TB15 circuit 24VDC TB16 TB10 TB17 TB18 COM2 TB17 TB18 24VDC 2 - 8 2 - 8...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.8 QX41 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX41 Appearance Number of input points 32 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.9 QX41-S1 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX41-S1 Appearance Number of input points 32 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Derating Chart Pin-Outs 28.8VDC ratio 50 55 Ambient temperature External Connections Internal circuit B04 Vacant A04 Vacant Module front view B03 Vacant A03 Vacant B01,B02 A02 Vacant 24VDC A01 Vacant 2 - 11 2 - 11...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.10 QX42 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX42 Appearance Number of input points 64 points Isolation method Photocoupler QX42 Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Rated input current...
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Signal Signal Derating Chart Pin-Outs 1B20 1A20 2B20 2A20 1B19 1A19 2B19 2A19 1B18 1A18 2B18 2A18 1B17 1A17 2B17 2A17 ratio 24VDC 1B16 1A16 2B16 2A16 26.4VDC 1B15 1A15 2B15 2A15 28.8VDC 1B14 1A14 2B14...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.11 QX42-S1 DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX42-S1 Appearance Number of input points 64 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Signal Signal Derating Chart Pin-Outs 1B20 1A20 2B20 2A20 1B19 1A19 2B19 2A19 1B18 1A18 2B18 2A18 1B17 1A17 2B17 2A17 ratio 24VDC 1B16 1A16 2B16 2A16 26.4VDC 1B15 1A15 2B15 2A15 28.8VDC 1B14 1A14 2B14...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.12 QX50 DC (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type)/ AC Input Module DC (positive common/negative common shared type)/ AC input module Type QX50 Appearance Specifications DC Input AC Input Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler QX50 48VDC...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.13 QX70 DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Specifications QX70 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Insulation method Photocoupler 5VDC 12VDC Rated input voltage (+20/-10%, ripple ratio within 5%) (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) QX70...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.14 QX70H DC High-speed Input Module (Positive Common Type) Type DC high-speed input module (Positive Common Type) Specifications QX70H Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 5VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.15 QX71 DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Specifications QX71 Appearance Number of input points 32 points Insulation method Photocoupler 5VDC 12VDC Rated input voltage (+20/-10%, ripple ratio within 5%) (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) QX71...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.16 QX72 DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Type DC Input Module (Positive Common/Negative Common Shared Type) Specifications QX72 Appearance Number of input points 64 points Insulation method Photocoupler 5VDC 12VDC Rated input voltage QX72 (+20/-10%, ripple ratio within 5%) (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%)
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Signal Signal External Connections Pin-Outs For open collector (positive common) connection 1B20 1A20 2B20 2A20 1B19 1A19 2B19 2A19 1B20 1B18 1A18 2B18 2A18 1B17 1A17 2B17 2A17 Internal 1B16 1A16 2B16 2A16 circuit 1B15 1A15...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.17 QX80 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX80 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) QX80 Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.18 QX80-TS DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an input module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX80-TS Appearance...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.19 QX80H DC High-speed Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC high-speed input module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX80H Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Terminal Block Number Signal Name Derating Chart 26.4VDC 28.8VDC ratio 50 55 Ambient temperature External Connections TB10 COM1 TB11 TB12 TB13 TB14 24VDC Internal TB15 circuit TB10 TB16 TB17 TB17 TB18 COM2 TB18 24VDC 2 - 26 2 - 26...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.20 QX81 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX81 Appearance Number of input points 32 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.21 QX82 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX82 Appearance Number of input points 64 points Isolation method Photocoupler QX82 Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Rated input current...
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Signal Signal Derating Chart Pin-Outs 1B20 1A20 2B20 2A20 1B19 1A19 2B19 2A19 1B18 1A18 2B18 2A18 1B17 1A17 2B17 2A17 ratio 24VDC 1B16 1A16 2B16 2A16 26.4VDC 1B15 1A15 2B15 2A15 28.8VDC 1B14 1A14 2B14...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.22 QX82-S1 DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC Input Module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX82-S1 Appearance Number of input points 64 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
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2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q Signal Signal Signal Signal Derating Chart Pin-Outs 1B20 1A20 2B20 2A20 1B19 1A19 2B19 2A19 1B18 1A18 2B18 2A18 1B17 1A17 2B17 2A17 ratio 24VDC 1B16 1A16 2B16 2A16 26.4VDC 1B15 1A15 2B15 2A15 28.8VDC 1B14 1A14 2B14...
2 INPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 2.23 QX90H DC High-speed Input Module (Negative Common Type) Type DC high-speed input module (Negative Common Type) Specifications QX90H Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 5VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%) Rated input current Approx.
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.2 QY10-TS Contact Output Module This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an output module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type Contact Output Module Specifications QY10-TS Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.4 QY22 TRIAC Output Module Type TRIAC Output Module Specifications QY22 Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 100 to 240VDC 50/60Hz Load voltage distortion rate Within 5% Maximum load voltage 264VAC Maximum load current 0.6A/point, 4.8A/common...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.5 QY40P Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY40P Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.1A/point, 1.6A/common Maximum inrush current 0.7A, 10ms or less Leakage current at OFF...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.6 QY40P-TS Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an output module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY40P-TS Appearance...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.7 QY41P Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY41P Appearance Number of output points 32 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.1A/point, 2A/common Maximum inrush current 0.7A, 10ms or less QY41P...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.8 QY42P Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY42P Appearance Number of output points 64 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.1A/point, 2A/common Maximum inrush current 0.7A, 10ms or less QY42P...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.9 QY50 Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY50 Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.5A/point, 4A/common Maximum inrush current 4A, 10ms or less QY50...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.11 QY70 Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Sink Type) Specifications QY70 Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 5/12VDC (+25/-10%) Maximum load current 16mA/point, 256mA/common Maximum inrush current 40mA, 10ms or less QY70...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.13 QY80 Transistor Output Module (Source Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Source Type) Specifications QY80 Appearance Number of output points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.5A/point, 4A/common Maximum inrush current 4A, 10ms or less QY80...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.14 QY80-TS Transistor Output Module (Source Type) This module is a spring clamp terminal block type and an output module that has indicators for checking the insertion state of wire. Type Transistor Output Module (Source Type) Specifications QY80-TS Appearance...
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3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q External Connections Terminal Block Number Signal Name Internal circuit TB16 TB10 TB11 Fuse TB17 Constant TB12 voltage circuit 12/24VDC TB13 TB18 TB14 TB15 TB16 TB17 TB18 3 - 15 3 - 15...
3 OUTPUT MODULE SPECIFICATIONS MELSEC-Q 3.15 QY81P Transistor Output Module (Source Type) Type Transistor Output Module (Source Type) Specifications QY81P Appearance Number of output points 32 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Maximum load current 0.1A/point, 2A/common Maximum inrush current 0.7A, 10ms or less QY81P...
COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 4. COMBINED I/O MODULE 4.1 QH42P I/O Module • When using the main module, use the constructions listed in Section 1.2.3 (2). • This module uses same I/O numbers for input and output. For I/O numbers of combined I/O modules, refer to Section 1.2.3. (1) DC Input Specification (Positive Common Type) Type QH42P I/O Module (Input Specification)
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COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q External Connections Derating Chart 1B20 Internal “ à • ” ‰ ñ ˜ H circuit 1A05 Left side 1B01,1B02 (first half) Indication 24VDC selector Right side circuit (latter half) 28.8VDC 2B20 (°C) Ambient temperature Internal circuit 2A05 2B01,2B02 Constant...
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COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (2) Transistor Output Specification (Sink Type) Type QH42P I/O Module (Output Specification) Appearance Specifications Number of output points 32 points QH42P Insulation method Photocoupler 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7...
COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 4.2 QX41Y41P I/O Module • When using the main module, use the constructions listed in Section 1.2.3 (2). • This module uses sequential I/O numbers for input and output. For I/O numbers of combined I/O modules, refer to Section 1.2.3. (1) DC Input Specification (Positive Common Type) Type QX41Y41P I/O Module (Input Specification)
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COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q External Connections Derating Chart 1B20 Internal “ à • ” ‰ ñ ˜ H circuit 1A05 1B01,1B02 Left side (first half) Indication 24VDC selector Right side circuit (latter half) 28.8VDC 2B20 (°C) Ambient temperature Internal circuit 2A05 2B01,2B02 Constant...
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COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (2) Transistor Output Specification (Sink Type) Type QX41Y41P I/O Module (Output Specification) Appearance Specifications Number of output points 32 points QX41Y41P Insulation method Photocoupler 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7...
COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q 4.3 QX48Y57 I/O Module • When using the main module, use the constructions listed in Section 1.2.3 (2). • This module uses sequential I/O numbers for input and output. For I/O numbers of combined I/O modules, refer to Section 1.2.3. (1) DC Input Specification (Positive Common Type) Type QX48Y57 I/O Module (Input Specification)
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COMBINED I/O MODULE MELSEC-Q (2) Transistor Output Specifications (Sink Type) Type QX48Y57 I/O Module (Output Specification) Specifications Number of output points 7 points Insulation method Photocoupler Rated load voltage 12-24VDC (+20/-15%) Max. load current 0.5A/point, 2A/common Max. rush current 4A/10ms or less Leakage current at OFF 0.1mA or lower Max.
5 INTERRUPT MODULE MELSEC-Q 5. INTERRUPT MODULE 5.1 QI60 Interrupt Module For usage of the main module, refer to the QCPU User's Manual (Function Explanation/Program Fundamentals). Type Interrupt Module Specifications QI60 Appearance Number of input points 16 points Isolation method Photocoupler Rated input voltage 24VDC (+20/-15%, ripple ratio within 5%)
6 BLANK COVER MODULE MELSEC-Q 6. BLANK COVER MODULE This chapter provides the specifications of the blank cover module used to protect the vacant slot (between I/O modules) of the base module from dust. Table 6.1 Blank Cover Module Specifications Type QG60 Item...
7 CONNECTORS MELSEC-Q 7. CONNECTORS The 40-pin connectors and 37-pin D-sub connectors used with the input and output modules are to be user-prepared. The following tables list the connector types and applicable models, and introduce crimp-contact and pressure-displacement tools. (1) 40-pin connectors (a) 40-pin connectors Type Model Name...
8 SPECIFICATIONS OF CONNECTOR/TERMINAL BLOCK CONVERTOR MODULES MELSEC-Q 8. SPECIFICATIONS OF CONNECTOR/TERMINAL BLOCK CONVERTOR MODULES 8.1 Specifications of Connector/Terminal Block Convertor Modules This chapter explains the specifications of connector/terminal block convertor modules. (1) Connector/Terminal Block Convertor Module Specifications Applicable Applicable Type Details Weight...
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8 SPECIFICATIONS OF CONNECTOR/TERMINAL BLOCK CONVERTOR MODULES MELSEC-Q POINT (1) The number of connectable I/O points is 32 for all connector/terminal block convertor modules. Two connector/terminal block convertor modules and two cables for connector/terminal block convertor modules are required for 64-point I/O modules.
9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q 9. SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK This chapter describes a spring clamp terminal block. 9.1 Spring Clamp Terminal Block I/O Module The spring clamp terminal block I/O module is an I/O module of spring clamp terminal block type.
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9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q (2) Cable Installation Strip off about 6.5mm of the cable tip to install the bar solderless terminal to the stripped part. Connect the cable either by the (a) method or by the (b) method described below.
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9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q (b) Use of spring clamp terminal block tool Insert the spring clamp terminal block tool into the corresponding square shaped hole until it stops. While the tool is inside the hole, insert the wire into the corresponding square hole until the connection check indicator comes out, and pull the tool out of the hole completely.
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9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q POINT • If the stripped wire is inserted into the corresponding hole without installing the bar solderless terminal, the connection check indicator does not come out. Do not use the stripped wire without installing the bar solderless terminal. •...
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The tools and the bar solderless terminals used for wiring the spring clamp terminal block I/O module are listed below. Manufacturer Name of product Model name Applicable wire size Mitsubishi Electric System & Service Co., Ltd. Spring clamp terminal block KD-5339 ― tool 0.3 to1.65mm Mitsubishi Electric Engineering Co., Ltd.
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9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q 9.2 Spring clamp terminal block (Q6TE-18S) The Q6TE-18S shall be used attached to a Q Series terminal block type I/O module or an intelligent function module. Since the Q6TE-18S uses a spring clamp it does not require screw tightening, which greatly reduces the number of wiring procedures.
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9 SPRING CLAMP TERMINAL BLOCK MELSEC-Q (4) Installation of Q6TE-18S Mount Q6TE-18S onto the module and tighten the terminal block mounting screws within the specified torque range. Module Q6TE-18S Terminal block mounting screw (5) Cable Installation Insert the tool into the square shaped hole, which corresponds to the terminal you wish to use.
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I/O module are listed below. Manufacturer Name of product Model name Applicable wire size Spring clamp terminal block ― Mitsubishi Electric System & Service Co., Ltd. KD-5339 tool 0.5 mm TE 0.5 0.75 mm TE 0.75 Bar solderless terminal 0.9 to 1.0 mm...
10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q 10. NAMES OF MODULE PARTS This chapter explains the names of the I/O module parts. Terminal block type (other than high-speed input 40-pin connector type module) QX10 QX41 QX42 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F...
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10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q 37-pin D-sub connector type QX81 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F QX81 24VDC Name...
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10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q Terminal block type (High-speed input module) 8) 9) Name Description 1) Module fixing hook Hook used to fix the module to the base unit. (Single-motion installation) 2) I/O indicator LED Indicates the ON/OFF status of I/O and lit when I/O is ON. 3) Terminal block Used to connect power and I/O signal wires.
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10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q Spring clamp terminal block type Name Description Hook used to fix the module to the base unit. Module fixing hook (Single-motion installation) I/O indicator LED Indicates the ON/OFF status of I/O and lit when I/O is ON Wire insertion slot Hole inserted a wire to in wiring (Circular hole) Tool insertion slot...
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10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q A6TB A6TB Name Description Panel mounting hole Used for mounting to panel (for M4 screw). Terminal block Used to connect power and signal wires. Designed for 32-point module and used to connect power and 40-pin connector I/O signal wires.
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10 NAMES OF MODULE PARTS MELSEC-Q A6TBX70 Name Description Panel mounting hole Used for mounting to panel (for M4 screw). Terminal block Used to connect power and signal wires. Designed for 32-point module and used to connect power and 40-pin connector I/O signal wires.
11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q 11. I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter explains possible problems with I/O circuits and their corrective actions. 11.1 Input Circuit Troubleshooting This section describes possible problems with input circuits and their corrective actions. Table 11.1 Input Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions Condition Cause Corrective Action...
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11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q Table 11.1 Input Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions (Continued) Condition Cause Corrective Action • Drive by switch with LED indicator. Input signal • Connect a register which will make the voltage is not between the input module terminal and DC input (Positive common) turned...
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11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q <Calculation example of Example 4> Consider a switch with LED indicator connected to the QX40, giving a leakage current of 4mA when a 24VDC power is turned on. QX40 Leakage Input module current 4mA 3.6K 24VDC (1) The 1.7mA OFF current of the QX40 is not satisfied.
11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q 11.2 Output Circuit Troubleshooting This section describes possible problems with output circuits and their corrective actions. Table 11.2 Output Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions Condition Cause Corrective Action When the • Load is half-wave rectified inside (in some •...
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11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q Table 11.2 Output Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions (Continued) Condition Cause Corrective Action • The load current is lower than the minimum • Connect a resistor to both ends of a load so The load is not turned load current.
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11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q Table 11.2 Output Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions (Continued) Condition Cause Corrective Action When the (1) When the external power turns ON/OFF, Erroneous output due to the stray capacitance (C) between external power check that the external power supply rising collector and emitter of hotocoupler.
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11 I/O MODULE TROUBLESHOOTING MELSEC-Q Table 11.2 Output Circuit Problems and Corrective Actions (Continued) Condition Cause Corrective Action The load [2] which was turned OFF may be turned ON Take action in the following (1) or (2). The load due to back electromotive force at the time of power- (1) To prevent the generation of the back which was off [1] if an inductive load is used.
APPENDICES MELSEC-Q APPENDICES Appendix 1 External Dimensional Drawings Appendix 1.1 I/O modules (1) Terminal block connector type (a) Other than QY22 APP. QX10 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 100VAC 8mA60Hz 7mA50Hz 27.4 (1.08)
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APPENDICES MELSEC-Q (2) 40-pin connector type (a) 32-point I/O module QX41 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 APP. 8 9 A B C D E F QX41 24VDC 2 (0.08)
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APPENDICES MELSEC-Q (3) 37-pin D-sub connector type 32-point I/O module QX81 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F QX81 24VDC 2 (0.08)
APPENDICES MELSEC-Q Appendix 1.2 Connectors, connector/terminal block converter modules (1) 40-pin connectors (a) A6CON1 soldering type, A6CON2 crimp-contact type 40-pin connector 14 (0.55) or less 6.9 (0.27) 8 (0.31) (1.81) (0.24) 72.72 (2.86) (0.55) Unit: mm (inch) (b) A6CON3 pressure-displacement type 40-pin connector 69.48 (2.74) 8.25 (0.33) Flat cable...
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APPENDICES MELSEC-Q (c) A6CON4 soldering type 40-pin connector (straight/diagonal out type) 6.9 (0.27) 8 (0.31) (0.24) (0.55) Unit: mm (inch) If the cable diameter is thinner than the clamp portion, wind tape, etc. to secure the cable so that it will not come off the cable clamp portion. If the cable is made of slippery material, it is recommended to take anti-slip measures by winding rubber-based tape, etc.
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APPENDICES MELSEC-Q (2) 37-pin D-sub connectors (a) A6CON1E soldering type 37-pin D sub-connector (straight out type) A6CON2E crimp-contact-type 37-pin D sub-connector (straight out type) 20.3 (0.80) 20.3 16.5 (0.80) 46 (1.81) 69.5 (2.74) Unit: mm (inch) (b) A6CON3E pressure-displacement type 37-pin D-sub connector (flat cable type) 69.4 (2.73) 12.6 (0.5)
APPENDICES MELSEC-Q Appendix 1.4 Spring Clamp Terminal Block (1) Q6TE-18S Installed on a module (Example: QX10) Q6TE -18S (1.06) (0.91) (3.54) Unit: mm(inch) *: The depth of the module installed with a Q6TE-18S is equivalent with the factory default dimensions for that module.
APPENDICES MELSEC-Q Appendix 2 Compatibility with MELSEC-AnS Series I/O modules Note that the MELSEC-Q series I/O modules and MELSEC-AnS series I/O modules are different in external terminal block configuration. Differences in terminal block configuration are indicated below. (1) Input modules...
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MELSEC-Q series I/O module. The 37-pin D-sub connector used with the MELSEC-AnS series I/O module is the same in wiring as, but opposite in cable pulling direction to, the MELSEC-Q series I/O module. (The conventional cable for A6TB cannot be used.)
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6. Failure caused by reasons unpredictable by scientific technology standards at time of shipment from Mitsubishi. 7. Any other failure found not to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi or that admitted not to be so by the user. 2. Onerous repair term after discontinuation of production (1) Mitsubishi shall accept onerous product repairs for seven (7) years after production of the product is discontinued.