Mitsubishi FX2N-4AD-TC User Manual

This manual contains text, diagrams and explanations which will guide the reader in the correct
installation and operation of the FX
before attempting to install or use the unit.
Further information can be found in the FX PROGRAMMING MANUAL(ΙΙ) and FX
SERIES HARDWARE MANUAL.
Guidelines for the Safety of the User and Protection of the FX
special function block.
This manual should be used by trained and competent personnel. The definition of such a person or
persons is as follows:
a) Any engineer using the product associated with this manual, should be of a competent nature,
trained and qualified to the local and national standards. These engineers should be fully aware of
all aspects of safety with regards to automated equipment.
b) Any commissioning or service engineer must be of a competent nature, trained and qualified to
the local and national standards.
c) All operators of the completed equipment should be trained to use this product in a safe and
coordinated manner in compliance to established safety practices.
Note: The term 'completed equipment' refers to a third party constructed device which contains or uses
the product associated with this manual.
Notes on the Symbols Used in this Manual
At various times throughout this manual certain symbols will be used to highlight points of information
which are intended to ensure the users personal safety and protect the integrity of equipment.
1) Indicates that the identified danger WILL cause physical and property damage.
2) Indicates that the identified danger could POSSIBLY cause physical and property
damage.
• Under no circumstances will Mitsubishi Electric be liable or responsible for any consequential damage
that may arise as a result of the installation or use of this equipment.
• All examples and diagrams shown in this manual are intended only as an aid to understanding the
text, not to guarantee operation. Mitsubishi Electric will accept no responsibility for the actual use of
the product based on these illustrative examples.
• Owing to the very great variety in possible applications for this equipment, you must satisfy yourself as
to its suitability for your own specific application.
1. INTRODUCTION
• The FX -4AD-TC analog block amplifies the signal from four thermocouple sensors (Type K or J) and
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converts the data into 12 bit reading's stored in the main unit. Both Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit
(°F) can be read.
Reading resolution is 0.4°C/0.72°F of Type K and 0.3°C/0.54°F of Type J.
• The FX -4AD-TC can connected to the FX
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Controllers (PLC).
• All data transfers and parameter settings are adjusted via software control of the FX
use of the TO/FROM applied instructions in the PLC.
• The FX -4AD-TC occupies 8 I/O points on the PLC expansion bus. The 8 I/O points can be allocated
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from either inputs or outputs. The FX
powered extension unit.
• Thermocouples with the following specifications can be used: Type K (JIS 1602-1981)
FX -4AD-TC SPECIAL FUNCTION BLOCK
2N
-4AD-TC special function block and should be read and understood
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, FX
0N
-4AD-TC draws 40mA from the 5V rail of the main unit or
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USER'S GUIDE
JY992D65501B
, FX and the FX
1N 2N
Type J (JIS 1602-1981)
/FX /FX /FX
0N 1N 2N
-4AD-TC
2N
series Programmable
2NC
-4AD-TC; by
2N
2NC