{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-fx3u-64mt-es-a-melsec-fx3u-series-plc-main-unit","title":"Mitsubishi Electric FX3U-64MT\/ES-A MELSEC FX3U Series PLC Main Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered for high-performance automation, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric FX3U-64MT\/ES-A\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as a high-speed PLC main unit within the MELSEC FX3U family, integrating 32 digital inputs and 32 transistor outputs. This controller addresses complex machine control applications by combining a highly compact form factor with advanced execution speeds and a 64,000-step program memory. Optimized for positioning and motion control, the unit features built-in high-speed counters and pulse outputs capable of managing multi-axis configurations directly from the base module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Bus Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables simultaneous expansion using traditional FX series blocks and high-speed ADP adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated High-Speed I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 32 inputs and 32 transistor (Sink) outputs designed for rapid response and pulse train generation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Program Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64,000 steps of internal RAM\/Flash memory to accommodate sophisticated application code and data logging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning Capabilities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in 3-axis independent pulse output (up to 100 kHz) for step and servo drive control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in programming port with expansion capacity for RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Axis Packaging Machinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synchronized labeling, sorting, and wrapping operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Handling Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conveyor control, palletizing, and automated storage\/retrieval systems (ASRS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Assembly Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick-and-place indexing tables and pneumatic sequencing networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumping and HVAC Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex analog loop integration when paired with dedicated expansion modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eModel Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMELSEC FX3U\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePart Number \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eFX3U-64MT\/ES-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e100 to 240 V AC (+10% \/ -15%), 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e45 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eTotal Digital I\/O Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e64 points (built-in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDigital Input Specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e32 points, 24 V DC (Sink or Source selectable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDigital Output Specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e32 points, Transistor (Sink type)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eInput: Approx. 10 ms; Output: 0.2 ms or less (for high-speed operations)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eBuilt-in Communication Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eRS-422 (Mini-DIN 8-pin programming interface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eAmbient Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e1.20 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePackage Dimensions (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e220 mm x 110 mm x 105 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eTerminal Group\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWiring Assignment and Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eL, N, PE\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMain AC Power Input (100-240 V AC) and Protective Earth connection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e24+ \/ S\/S\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eAuxiliary 24 V DC power supply (output) and input configuration sink\/source selector terminal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eX0 to X37\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e24 V DC Digital Inputs (X0-X7 support high-speed hardware counter configurations).\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eY0 to Y37\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eTransistor Output Terminals. Y0, Y1, and Y2 support up to 100 kHz pulse outputs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCOM1 to COM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eCommon reference terminals for transistor outputs (grouped output design).\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen migrating legacy systems from the FX2N-64MT to the FX3U-64MT\/ES-A, review your physical panel footprint. The FX3U incorporates a dual-bus architecture, which increases the physical casing width slightly. Programming code from GX Developer can be automatically ported within GX Works2, though high-speed counter pointer modifications and pulse-output instruction formats must be manually verified to match the FX3U hardware instruction set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eBecause this unit features \u003cstrong\u003eSink\u003c\/strong\u003e transistor outputs (MT\/ES-A), the load must be connected between the positive terminal of the power supply and the digital output terminal. Attempting to source current directly from the output pin will damage the internal optical couplers. For inductive loads, such as DC solenoids or auxiliary relays, install an external flyback diode across the load to prevent back-EMF voltage spikes from degrading the output transistors over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe built-in 24 V DC auxiliary output power terminal on the CPU can support up to 450mA of current. Do not exceed this budget when powering multiple proximity sensors or encoders. For pulse positioning systems, keep the wiring length between the transistor outputs (Y0-Y2) and the motor drive amplifier below 2 meters and utilize shielded twisted-pair cabling to mitigate high-frequency electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eCRITICAL SAFETY WARNING\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eIsolate all electrical power sources before attempting terminal connection or module expansion. Double-check that the supply voltage matches the 100-240 V AC designation; applying high voltage to the DC signal terminals will cause immediate component failure and physical hazards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the controller horizontally on standard 35 mm DIN rail or directly to a backplate using structural mounting screws, leaving at least 50 mm of clearance around the top and bottom of the unit for natural convection cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect the power supply line to the L and N terminals, ensuring the Protective Earth (PE) terminal is tied directly to the system's low-impedance copper ground busbar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConfigure the S\/S terminal according to your input sensor types: link S\/S to 24+ for Sink input configurations, or link S\/S to 0V for Source input configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eSecure all terminal blocks using the integrated screws to a torque of 0.5 to 0.8 N-m to prevent contact degradation under mechanical vibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102144979307,"sku":"FX3U-64MT\/ES-A","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/FX3U-64MTES-A-kcwvhawldpu.png?v=1776137545","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fa\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-fx3u-64mt-es-a-melsec-fx3u-series-plc-main-unit","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}