Description
Facilitating seamless industrial network communications, the QJ71E71-100 serves as a high-performance Ethernet interface module for the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q Series PLC platform. This module enables direct, reliable connections between Q-Series programmable controllers and host systems, supervisory personal computers, or other Ethernet-enabled automation devices. Operating at speeds up to 100 Mbps, it supports simultaneous open connections and robust, secure data transmission across complex manufacturing cells and plant-wide industrial networks. By offloading processing overhead from the main CPU, it ensures optimized system-level performance.
Features
- Dual-rate transmission support accommodating 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX interfaces.
- Supports up to 16 simultaneously open connections for parallel host and peer-to-peer communications.
- Compact single-slot footprint designed for seamless integration within standard MELSEC-Q backplanes.
- Direct configuration and parametric setup utilizing standard GX Works2 or GX Developer programming software.
- Front-panel diagnostic LEDs providing immediate physical feedback on link, run, and communication error status.
Applications
- Industrial supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) network integration.
- High-speed peer-to-peer inter-PLC data exchange.
- Centralized database connectivity and remote machine telemetry monitoring.
- Manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) system integration.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Mitsubishi Electric |
| Part Number / Model |
QJ71E71-100 |
| Series |
MELSEC-Q Series |
| Product Type |
Ethernet Interface Module |
| Data Transmission Rate |
100 Mbps / 10 Mbps |
| Transmission Method |
Baseband |
| Maximum Segment Length |
100 m (between hub and node) |
| Maximum Nodes per Connection |
Cascade connection: Maximum 2 (for 100BASE-TX) |
| Simultaneous Open Connections |
16 |
| Number of Occupied I/O Points |
32 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent function module) |
| Internal Current Consumption (5V DC) |
0.50 A |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
27.4 mm x 98 mm x 90 mm |
| Weight |
0.11 kg |
Installation Guidelines
- Always isolate the main power supply to the MELSEC-Q base unit before mounting or removing the communication module to prevent module damage or electric shock.
- Ensure the module is securely seated in the base unit slot and the module fixing screw is tightened to the recommended torque specification.
- Utilize shielded twisted pair (STP) cabling rated Category 5 or higher for 100BASE-TX configurations to maximize noise immunity.
- Route communication cables physically isolated from high-voltage power lines and motor drive wiring to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).