{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-r60ad8-g-melsec-iq-r-series-channel-isolated-analog-input-module","title":"Mitsubishi Electric R60AD8-G MELSEC iQ-R Series Channel Isolated Analog Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eProviding channel-to-channel electrical isolation for enhanced noise immunity, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric R60AD8-G\u003c\/strong\u003e is an 8-channel analog input module engineered for integration within the high-performance MELSEC iQ-R control architecture. This module enables the direct and precise acquisition of both voltage and current analog signals, safeguarding system integrity by preventing ground loops and signal cross-talk in electrically hostile industrial environments. With individual channel configuration and embedded signal processing functions, it delivers accurate process telemetry directly to the controller backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete electrical isolation between channels isolates external noise transients and prevents loop interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Signal Ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configurable per-channel for standard voltage inputs (-10 to 10 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC, 0 to 5 VDC, 1 to 5 VDC) and current inputs (0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packs 8 isolated channels into a single slot, reducing overall backplane footprint requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware-Based Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features onboard scaling, digital filtering, and primary logging functions to offload processing cycles from the main PLC CPU.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Software Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully parameterized through the standard GX Works3 environment without requiring complex ladder-logic initialization codes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-point thermal monitoring utilizing isolated transmitter loops in smelting and glass manufacturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChemical and petrochemical processes with high ground-potential differences between field transmitters and the control room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial wastewater treatment plants with long-distance, noise-prone analog signal lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVariable frequency drive (VFD) speed and torque feedback monitoring systems subject to high electromagnetic interference (EMI).\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; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eR60AD8-G\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eMELSEC iQ-R Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eChannel-Isolated Analog Input Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e8 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Voltage Ranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e-10 to 10 V, 0 to 10 V, 0 to 5 V, 1 to 5 V (DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Current Ranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA (DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOccupied I\/O Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e32 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInternal Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.33 A (at 5 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e40-pin Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e27.8 mm x 106 mm x 110 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.19 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.35 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStandards and Approvals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eCE, UL, cUL, EAC, ABS, BV, DNV GL, LR, NK, RINA\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 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen migrating legacy systems from the Q-Series (such as the Q68AD-G), please note that the programming parameters must be entirely reconfigured inside GX Works3. There is no direct parameters import tool for channel-isolated modules due to hardware backplane architecture differences in the iQ-R platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eKeep in mind that while the channels are isolated up to the rated limits, exposing the module to continuous inter-channel voltage differences exceeding 250 VAC\/VDC can cause long-term thermal breakdown of the optoelectronic isolation boundaries. Ensure all field-side shielding is connected to a single ground potential to avoid high common-mode voltage buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eFor unused channels on this module, configure them as \"Unused\" or \"Disable\" inside the module parameter settings block in GX Works3. Leaving an unused channel enabled without an active signal loop may trigger diagnostic error flags or cause processing cycle times to run slower as the A\/D converter continues searching for a valid reference loop.\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  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #9b2c2c; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAlways ensure the main rack power supply and all field loop power sources are fully disconnected and locked out before inserting or removing the module. Plugging or unplugging the 40-pin connector under active power can cause internal ASIC degradation or spark hazards in explosive environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003ePower down the iQ-R base rack and lock out all auxiliary 24 VDC process loop supplies powering the transmitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eMount the R60AD8-G module onto the backplane base unit slot, ensuring the module latching projection at the bottom is fully seated before locking the top fixing screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecurely wire the 40-pin external connector. Terminate the cable shields to the system's functional ground bar to maintain robust shielding performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102156317035,"sku":"R60AD8-G","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/r60ad8-g-tdptrdx1qls.png?v=1776138015","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fa\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-r60ad8-g-melsec-iq-r-series-channel-isolated-analog-input-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}