FX3U-2HC Mitsubishi MELSEC iQ-F Series High-speed counter module
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | Mitsubishi MELSEC iQ-F Series – High-speed counter Module |
| Lifecycle | Active mature |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
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When can FX3U-2HC be shipped?
FX3U-2HC is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up FX3U-2HC in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
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The Mitsubishi Electric FX3U-2HC is a high-speed counter module in the MELSEC iQ-F Series. Connector type High speed counter: 2ch Input type: Open collector, differential line driver. Mitsubishi Electric has announced its discontinuation (2028/03 To be end of order) — plan spares now; PartnerPLC also sources it on the surplus market after the end of order. Specifications and manuals below are Mitsubishi Electric's own data.
Specifications
Product
| Series | MELSEC iQ-F Series |
| Category | High-speed counter module |
| Sales status | 2028/03 To be end of order (Mitsubishi Electric) |
| Outline | Connector type High speed counter: 2ch Input type: Open collector, differential line driver |
Specifications
| Applicable PLC | FX5U, FX5UC, FX3U (V2.20 and later), FX3UC (V2.20 or later) [Connecting to the FX5U, FX5UC CPU module] FX5-CNV-BUS or FX5-CNV-BUSC is required to connect to the FX5U/FX5UC CPU module. Select one of the modules according to the system configuration. [Connecting to the connector-type PLC] The FX2NC-CNV-IF or FX3UC-1PS-5V is required to connect the FX3UC. |
| Number of occupied I/O points | 8 point (Count either the input or output points of the PLC.) |
| Mass (weight) | 0.2 kg |
| Range | When 32-bit is specified: -2,147,483,648 to +2,147,483,647 When 16-bit is specified: 0 to 65,535 (upper limit is set up by BFM #3, #2, #43, #42.) |
| Counter mode | Automatic UP/DOWN (However, when on 1-phase 1-input mode, UP/DOWN is determined by the following.) [Hardware UP/DOWN] Up/down count is decided by OFF/ON of the A-phase input terminal. [Software UP/DOWN] Up/down count is decided by the current value (K0/K1) of BFM #1, #41. |
| LED | φA, φB, DIS, PRE, YH1, YH2, POWER, UP, DOWN |
| No. of input channels | 2 ch |
| Input type | Open collector, differential line driver (The differential line driver output type encoder is connected to 5 V terminal.) |
| Input voltage | 5 V DC, 12 V DC, or 24 V DC can be selected with the connection terminal. |
| Max. response frequency: 1-phase 1-input | 200 kHz or less |
| Max. response frequency: 1-phase 2-input | 200 kHz or less |
| Max. response frequency: 2-phase input | 200 kHz or less (1 edge count), 100 kHz or less (2 edge count), 50 kHz or less (4 edge count) |
| Match output (comparison) | When the present value and the comparison set value of the counter are equal, the comparison output is set (ON) within 30 ms and is cleared (OFF) within 100 ms by the reset command. |
| Output type | Open collector output 2 points 5 V to 24 V DC, 0.5 A |
Power supply specifications
| Power supply | 5 V DC, 245 mA (internal power supply from PLC main unit) |
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | 0 to 55°C (32 to 131 °F) when operating and -25 to 75°C (-13 to 167 °F) when stored |
| Ambient humidity | 5 to 95%RH (no condensation) when operating |
| Vibration resistance: Installed on DIN rail: Frequency: 10 to 57 Hz | Half amplitude: 0.035 mm Sweep Count for X, Y, Z: 10 times (80 min in each direction) |
| Vibration resistance: Installed on DIN rail: Frequency: 57 to 150 Hz | Acceleration: 4.9 m/s 2 Sweep Count for X, Y, Z: 10 times (80 min in each direction) |
| Vibration resistance: Direct installing: Frequency: 10 to 57 Hz | Half amplitude: 0.075 mm Sweep Count for X, Y, Z: 10 times (80 min in each direction) |
| Vibration resistance: Direct installing: Frequency: 57 to 150 Hz | Acceleration: 9.8 m/s 2 Sweep Count for X, Y, Z: 10 times (80 min in each direction) |
| Shock resistance | 147 m/s 2 Acceleration, Action time: 11 ms, 3 times by half-sine pulse in each direction X, Y, and Z |
| Noise resistance | By noise simulator at noise voltage of 1,000 Vp-p, noise width of 1 μs, rise time of 1 ns and period of 30 to 100 Hz |
| Dielectric withstand voltage | Between batch of all terminals and ground terminal: 500 V AC for 1 min |
| Insulation resistance | Between batch of all terminals and ground terminal: 5 MΩ or higher by 500 V DC insulation resistance tester |
| Grounding | Class D grounding (grounding resistance: 100 Ω or less) (Common grounding with a heavy electrical system is not allowed) Ground the PLC independently or jointly. |
| Working atmosphere | Free from corrosive or flammable gas and excessive conductive dusts |
| Working altitude | 2000 m or less Do not use the PLC under pressure higher than the atmospheric pressure. Doing so may damage the PLC. |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from Mitsubishi Electric (Factory Automation), downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
| FX3U-2HC USER'S MANUAL (JY997D36701-H) | PDF · 0.51MB |
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