{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-fx5-enet-melsec-iq-f-series-network-module","title":"Mitsubishi Electric FX5-ENET MELSEC iQ-F Series Network Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDelivering expanded Ethernet connectivity to MELSEC iQ-F controllers, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric FX5-ENET\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as a dedicated, high-performance network interface module. This module enables host PLCs to integrate seamlessly into complex plant-wide architectures by providing an independent Ethernet port that supports simultaneous multi-protocol communications. It allows industrial engineers to isolate network traffic by routing local HMI and supervisory SCADA systems through separate physical subnets, preventing data bottlenecks on the CPU's primary port. Designed for reliable data transmission, the module natively processes \u003cstrong\u003eCC-Link IE Field Network Basic\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSLMP (Seamless Message Protocol)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and standard socket communication protocol configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Subnet Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables a second, independent IP routing path to separate machine-level I\/O from factory-level networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Protocol Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concurrently processes CC-Link IE Field Basic, SLMP, MC Protocol, FTP client\/server, and SNTP time synchronization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Capacity Data Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports up to 32 simultaneous connection sockets for complex SCADA and database applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features front-facing LED status indicators for quick visual troubleshooting of link activity, transmission speeds, and system errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct hardware setup and parameter mapping completed entirely within the GX Works3 engineering software environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-density packaging machinery requiring independent HMI and SCADA communication links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive assembly cell integration utilizing CC-Link IE Field Network Basic for remote station control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater and wastewater remote telemetry systems using FTP file transfers for daily logging reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial handling systems interfacing with third-party vision systems and barcode readers via raw TCP\/UDP socket communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 8px; 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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFX5-ENET\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eMELSEC iQ-F Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eEthernet Network Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eData Transmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 Mbps \/ 10 Mbps (Auto-negotiation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCommunication Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFull-Duplex \/ Half-Duplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eRJ45 connector (1 port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum Cable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 meters (segment length)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e32 connections (total destination nodes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInternal Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e110 mA at 24 V DC (supplied from system bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCompatible Controllers\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFX5U CPU, FX5UC CPU (requires bus conversion module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAmbient Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.35 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePackage Dimensions (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e12.5 cm x 11.0 cm x 6.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhile the base FX5U CPU contains an onboard RJ45 Ethernet port, the \u003cstrong\u003eFX5-ENET\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically applied when network security mandates physically separated subnets or when your project exceeds the base CPU's native connection limits. Note that when mounting the FX5-ENET to an ultra-compact FX5UC CPU, you must install an FX5-CNV-BUS or FX5-CNV-BUSC bus conversion module prior to attaching this network block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen configuring CC-Link IE Field Network Basic, verify that the total cyclic transmission load does not saturate your network bandwidth. Because the FX5-ENET relies on the internal system bus for power, ensure that the total current draw of all connected extension modules does not exceed the remaining capacity of the 24 V DC service power supply integrated within the host CPU module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent high-frequency industrial noise from interrupting communication packets, always use double-shielded category 5e (STP) or higher Ethernet cabling. Ground the shield at the switch side, and confirm that the main PLC base unit is securely grounded to a Class D ground (grounding resistance of 100 ohms or less) via a dedicated, short copper grounding strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\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=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0.5rem 0 0 0; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eAlways disconnect and isolate all external AC and DC power supplies feeding the PLC rack before mounting, demounting, or wiring the FX5-ENET module. Failure to de-energize the entire system may result in permanent electronic component degradation, processor fault-states, or unexpected machinery startup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eEnsure the CPU module and all extension blocks are mounted on a clean, vibration-free, standard 35 mm DIN rail inside an IP54-rated metal enclosure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eSlide the FX5-ENET system bus connector firmly into the extension port of the preceding module until the locking tabs click fully into place.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eInsert the RJ45 industrial Ethernet cable connector into the port located on the lower-front section of the module until it is securely latched.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003eApply system power, open your GX Works3 configuration workspace, detect the newly attached module via the Module Configuration window, and write your network parameters directly to the CPU.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102153695595,"sku":"FX5-ENET","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fx5-enet-fxklgdplwpg.png?v=1776137559","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fa\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-fx5-enet-melsec-iq-f-series-network-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}