{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-q172dscpu-melsec-q-series-motion-controller","title":"Mitsubishi Electric Q172DSCPU MELSEC-Q Series Motion Controller","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQ172DSCPU\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as a high-performance motion CPU module designed specifically for the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q Series PLC platform. Operating as a dedicated motion controller, this unit manages up to 16 axes of synchronized motion, executing complex positioning, interpolation, and speed-torque control profiles. By integrating directly onto the MELSEC-Q series backplane, the \u003cstrong\u003eQ172DSCPU\u003c\/strong\u003e coordinates seamlessly with sequence CPUs in a multi-CPU configuration, optimizing processing throughput for automated systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a dedicated motion operating system, this module supports advanced programming capabilities including virtual mechanical systems, electronic cams, and electronic gears. The module features integrated hardware interfaces for high-speed synchronization, including a built-in emergency stop input and general-purpose input signals, ensuring deterministic response times and robust safety control directly at the hardware layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoordinates up to 16 axes of motion control per CPU module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides a servo program capacity of 16k steps for complex motion profiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports up to 3200 positioning points with direct or indirect specification capabilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEquipped with photocoupler-isolated general-purpose inputs (4 points) and emergency stop input (1 point) for localized safety execution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrates within the MELSEC-Q series multi-CPU architecture, supporting up to 256 I\/O points and 256 analog points per CPU.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnects to up to 7 extension base stages for scalable system layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-axis packaging and wrapping machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-precision semiconductor and flat-panel display manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomated assembly systems and pick-and-place robotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive metal stamping and transfer lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eQ172DSCPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMELSEC-Q Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMotion Controller (Motion CPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eControlled Axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum 16 axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eServo Program Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 k steps\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePositioning Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3200 points (indirect specification possible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax I\/O Points per CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e256 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax Analog Points per CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e256 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeneral Purpose Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 points (Photocoupler Isolated, Plus\/Minus Common)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRated Input Voltage\/Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 V DC \/ approx. 5 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Wire Size (General Input)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAWG 18 to AWG 22\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEmergency Stop Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 point (Photocoupler Isolated, Sink\/Source)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEmergency Stop Input Voltage\/Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 V DC \/ approx. 2.4 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e20.4 V DC to 26.4 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInternal Current Consumption (5 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.44 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExtension Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUp to 7 extension base stages\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e27.4 mm x 120.5 mm x 120.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.38 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSignal Group\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePin Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWiring Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeneral Purpose Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4-point standard digital input for system integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAWG 18 to AWG 22\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEmergency Stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDedicated safety stop signal input (sink\/source compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAWG 22 recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBase Unit Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePlugs directly into the MELSEC-Q CPU slot on the main base unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBackplane bus connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMount the module securely onto a compatible MELSEC-Q series main base unit. Ensure the locking latch engages correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvide adequate ventilation clearance around the CPU unit, keeping at least 30 mm of clearance above and below the module rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure correct grounding of the base unit's LG and FG terminals using a dedicated class D ground (ground resistance of 100 ohms or less).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoute external I\/O and emergency stop signal lines away from high-voltage motor power cables to prevent electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCE Marked (EMC and Low Voltage Directives)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUL \/ cUL Listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKC (Korean Certification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102127710571,"sku":"Q172DSCPU","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/q172dscpu-cauwmhzwn4n.png?v=1776137929","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/id\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-q172dscpu-melsec-q-series-motion-controller","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}