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QA68B-E Mitsubishi MELSEC-Q Series Extension base
Discontinued by Mitsubishi Electric (Factory Automation) — we can still source the original QA68B-E (new, used or refurbished, subject to availability). Request a quote below.
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | Mitsubishi MELSEC-Q Series – Base |
| Lifecycle | Discontinued |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
Can I still buy the QA68B-E now that it is discontinued?
Yes. Mitsubishi Electric (Factory Automation) has discontinued the QA68B-E, but sourcing discontinued parts is what PartnerPLC specialises in — new old stock, used and refurbished units. Request a quote and we'll confirm availability, condition and lead time.
When can QA68B-E be shipped?
QA68B-E 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 QA68B-E 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?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for QA68B-E and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for QA68B-E, subject to availability and destination.
The Mitsubishi Electric QA68B-E is a extension base in the MELSEC-Q Series. 8 slots, A Series power supply module required, for A Series modules (English manual included). Mitsubishi Electric has discontinued it (2018/06 Discontinued); PartnerPLC sources discontinued Mitsubishi parts on the surplus market for maintenance of existing machines. Specifications and manuals below are Mitsubishi Electric's own data.
Specifications
Product
| Series | MELSEC-Q Series |
| Category | Extension base |
| Type | QA type |
| Sales status | 2018/06 Discontinued (Mitsubishi Electric) |
| Outline | 8 slots, A Series power supply module required, for A Series modules (English manual included) |
Specifications
| Number of mountable I/O modules | 8 |
| Possibility of extension | Extendable |
| Applicable module | MELSEC-A series modules |
| Applicable power supply module | MELSEC-A series power supply module |
| Internal current consumption (5 V DC) | 0.12 A |
| Mounting hole size | M5 screw hole or ø5.5 hole (for M5 screw) |
| External dimensions: Height | 250 mm |
| External dimensions: Width | 466 mm |
| External dimensions: Depth | 46.6 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
| DIN rail mounting adapter type | ― |
Specifications
| General specifications | Refer to the general specifications of the CPU module. |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from Mitsubishi Electric (Factory Automation), downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
| QCPU User's Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection) (SH-080483ENG-BC) | PDF · 11.02MB |
| QA65B/QA68B Extension Base Unit User's Manual (IB-0800157E-G) | PDF · 0.27MB |
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