{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-q173cpun-t-melsec-q-series-motion-controller","title":"Mitsubishi Electric Q173CPUN-T MELSEC Q Series Motion Controller","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  Managing complex multi-axis synchronization, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric Q173CPUN-T\u003c\/strong\u003e provides robust motion control capabilities within the MELSEC Q Series PLC platform. This specialized module mounts directly to the system backplane to handle multi-axis coordination and path planning calculations independently of the primary sequence PLC CPU. Supporting up to \u003cstrong\u003e32 axes\u003c\/strong\u003e of motion control, it is optimized for high-performance machine automation. The module integrates support for hand-held teaching units, allowing commissioning technicians and engineers to carry out on-site positioning tests, adjustments, and diagnostics without relying entirely on external computer interfaces.\n\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 style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eSimultaneous, high-speed coordination of up to 32 independent motion axes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eDirect hardware compatibility with external hand-held teaching units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eHigh-speed backplane integration for low-latency command processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eRobust metal-framed structural housing optimized for industrial chassis deployment.\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 style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eHigh-speed packaging, cartoning, and vertical form fill seal machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eMulti-axis material handling, palletizing, and gantry pick-and-place lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003ePrecision sheet-fed or rotary printing press operations requiring tight registration control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAutomated assembly lines with complex mechanical synchronization profiles.\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 #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue \/ Rating\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: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\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: 500;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eQ173CPUN-T\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eMELSEC Q Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eDevice Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eMotion Controller CPU Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eNumber of Controlled Axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e32 Axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eCurrent Consumption (5 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1.56 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eTeaching Unit Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eUsable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e11.43 cm x 2.74 cm x 9.80 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0.24 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: 500;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3.00 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  The Q173CPUN-T module requires a compatible MELSEC Q multi-CPU backplane configuration. It is designed to operate in tandem with a main PLC CPU module (such as the Q02H, Q06H, or newer Universal models). Always verify the firmware revision compatibility of both CPUs to prevent synchronization faults during initial power-up cycles.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  Because this module draws a substantial current load of \u003cstrong\u003e1.56 A at 5 VDC\u003c\/strong\u003e from the system backplane, engineers must perform a complete power budget calculation for the rack power supply module (e.g., Q61P, Q63P). An over-current condition on the 5 VDC rail will trigger a power supply fault, stopping both the PLC logic processing and all active multi-axis motion control loops simultaneously.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  When integrating a teaching unit with the module, ensure the connecting interface is seated fully and locked. Route high-speed external motion network and feedback cables inside isolated metallic conduits separated from heavy motor power lines to reduce the coupling of electro-magnetic interference into the controller's logic circuits.\n\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=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    Isolate all primary line voltage and auxiliary power sources feeding the controller chassis and servo-drive systems before mounting or demounting this module. Failure to de-energize equipment prior to physical manipulation risks catastrophic system backplane damage, internal circuit destruction, and severe electrical shock hazards.\n  \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; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eEnsure the base unit is level and the mounting slots are completely clear of dust or foreign materials.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003eAlign the bottom projection of the module with the guide groove on the backplane base unit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 2px;\"\u003ePivot the module firmly upward and snap the lock into place. Secure the module mounting screw to guarantee solid structural grounding and prevent vibration-induced signal dropouts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102130659691,"sku":"Q173CPUN-T","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/q173cpun-t-3s0fiavrq50.png?v=1776137932","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-q173cpun-t-melsec-q-series-motion-controller","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}