{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-fx5-20pg-d-melsec-iq-f-series-2-axis-pulse-train-positioning-module","title":"Mitsubishi Electric FX5-20PG-D MELSEC iQ-F Series 2-axis Pulse Train Positioning Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered to deliver high-speed, high-precision motion control, the Mitsubishi Electric FX5-20PG-D provides dedicated 2-axis pulse train positioning capabilities within the compact MELSEC iQ-F control platform. This module features differential line driver outputs, making it ideal for noise-sensitive, high-frequency positioning tasks involving servo amplifiers and stepping motors. By offloading complex trajectory calculations from the main CPU, it ensures deterministic system response times for packaging, material handling, and assembly operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndependent or simultaneous 2-axis control with linear interpolation capabilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDifferential line driver output design for superior electrical noise immunity and extended transmission distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-speed pulse output rates up to 5 Mpps (mega-pulses per second) for ultra-precise motor indexing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDedicated external inputs for limit switches, near-point dogs, and stop signals to ensure robust hardware-level positioning safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect integration with GX Works3 software for streamlined parameter configuration and monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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-speed multi-axis pick-and-place gantry systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForm-fill-seal packaging machinery feed axes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision rotary index tables and conveyor alignment stations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemiconductor material handling and positioning stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eFX5-20PG-D\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eControl Axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2 axes (independent or simultaneous)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eDifferential line driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum Pulse Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e5 Mpps\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eExternal Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 24 V DC (+20%, -15%)\"\u003e24 V DC (+20%, -15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInternal Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e165 mA (at 24 V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Current Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e5 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput ON Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3 mA or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput OFF Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1.7 mA or less\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1.5 kg\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; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe FX5-20PG-D model utilizes \u003cstrong\u003edifferential line driver outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which must be distinguished from the FX5-20PG-P model that uses transistor\/open collector outputs. While the \"-P\" variation is limited to shorter physical cable runs and lower pulse speeds, the \"-D\" model is specifically optimized for high-speed tracking and extended wiring up to 10 meters without signal degradation. Ensure your servo amplifier or drive interfaces support differential inputs (such as RS-422 standards) before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen routing pulse train signals at high frequencies (up to 5 Mpps), electrical noise coupling is the most frequent cause of lost steps or positional drift. Avoid routing the FX5-20PG-D output cables in parallel with high-power AC motor lines or variable frequency drive (VFD) power cables. Ensure a minimum physical separation of 100 mm inside the control cabinet, and run the signal cables in dedicated, grounded metal conduits if they must cross high-current pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eFor reliable differential signal integrity, always use shielded twisted-pair (STP) cabling for the pulse and direction lines. Ground the cable shield only at the receiver end (servo amplifier chassis) to prevent ground loops. During software configuration in GX Works3, verify that the active state (pulse logic polarity) matches your drive parameter configuration; incorrect polarity setup typically manifests as immediate overtravel faults or axes moving in the opposite direction during homing sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 1px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTurn off all external power supplies before mounting, wiring, or configuring the FX5-20PG-D positioning module. Failure to de-energize the entire system may cause electrical shock, driver circuit damage, or erratic, hazardous machine movements during commissioning.\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; flex-shrink: 0; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eEnsure the base PLC system (CPU and extension modules) is fully powered down and the residual charges in internal capacitors are discharged.\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; flex-shrink: 0; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eMount the module firmly onto a standard DIN rail (DIN46277, 35 mm wide) or direct surface mount using the designated screw tabs, ensuring adequate ventilation clearances.\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; flex-shrink: 0; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eConnect the extension cable from the FX5-20PG-D to the preceding extension module or the main FX5 CPU module, securing the physical interlocking connector slide.\u003c\/p\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; flex-shrink: 0; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eComplete signal and power wiring using high-quality terminals. Verify the external 24 V DC power supply connection matches the specified limits (+20%, -15%) before powering on the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102276772203,"sku":"FX5-20PG-D","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fx5-20pg-d-2j3p0qdnhlf.png?v=1776137551","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-fx5-20pg-d-melsec-iq-f-series-2-axis-pulse-train-positioning-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}