FP7

Seven Steps to Higher Efficiency
All about efficiencies for your manufacturing

UL/C-UL , CE , Korean KC , UKCA Approved
CE : Excluding AFPRP2□
UL : Excluding some models
Korean KC : Excluding some models
UKCA : Excluding some models

 November 2022
Part numbers for CPU units, add-on cassettes and serial communication units have been changed accompanying changes in appearance (changes to the silk screening on the front and claws).

Features

Click “Move”, “Collect”, “Store”, “Transfer” or “Check” in the below image to see the details of each item.

Compatible with industrial network Ethernet protocol

The FP7 supports EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT® and provides an integrated system through the control of sensors and servo motors, etc., and data transmission with high-order servers.
* EtherNet/IP is a trademark of ODVA, Inc.
* EtherCAT is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation Gmbh, Germany.

Cassette system reduces unit cost and footprint

With ease and at low cost, extend the serial communication and analog functionality of CPU units.

Moreover, when used as a serial communication unit, expansion to as many as 35 channels is possible. Reduces cost and footprint.

Equipped to deal with any protocol, it can be installed in existing facilities to enable collection of information.

To enable information collection, because the FP7 can deal with any protocol for Ethernet / serial communications, the FP7 can be installed in existing facilities.

Communicating with up to 220 equipment units

Communicate easily with many units, including automation control equipment such as PLCs and information equipment such as PCs.

Easy multiple concurrent logging

Logging set up is done via the configuration screen.
Moreover, it is possible to keep up to 16 files concurrently active.

・Various triggers:
periodic, cycle, bit,
startup, etc.

Use program and data register sharing to resolve data space shortage.No need repurchase expensive upgrade models.

Reference value: for 196 k steps type CPU unit (Note)

Program 234k
steps
221k
steps
196k
steps
145k
steps
52k
steps
Data
register
64k
words
128k
words
256k
words
512k
words
976k
words

Note:For data register (DT), data up to 256 k words can be backed up.

Information can be transferred to different types of media

Allows the PC to read the logging data in the FP7’s SD memory card and to write setting values and other parameters.

FTP(S) client function (SSL/TLS-compatible)

The FP7 can generate and write data files to an FTP server on a PC as well as read data files from the FTP server.
The sessions use SSL/TLS, protecting IDs and passwords.

HTTP(S) client function (SSL/TLS-compatible)
Transfer data from the FP7 to a web server for easy viewing with a browser. Send and receive data from multiple FP7 units on a schedule controlled by the FP7.
Communicate both inside the firewall on an intranet and outside the firewall to the wider world through the Internet.

Allow users from around the world to access the current state of their equipment.

Web server function
Monitor and control the FP7 without the use of custom software. Users can check the accumulated data in the FP7 with a browser.

Check available in two Web contents
Custom Web
Screens (content) that are setup as desired by the user with Control Web Creator are uploaded to the FP7. Then, the information in the FP7’s internal Web server can be monitored on a browser.

Control Web Creator
This is a graphics creation tool that allows you to easily design Web content that is published by the FP7. You can creatively design content by arranging Web components such as switches, lamps and meters on the screen and then setting the properties. Your content will be linked to information in the PLC without needing any knowledge of HTML.
・Same style of operation as the program display image creation tool
・Components can be arranged by dragging and dropping.
・Detailed component settings are easy using properties.
・Components don’t lose quality when enlarged or reduced, and you can color them as desired.
・Images can be pasted in.

System Web
This is the Web content that is contained as default in the CPU unit.
Status of the FP7 (settings, operation history, errors, etc.) can be checked.

Even without Control FPWIN GR7 ladder editing software, as long as you have a browser, you can check the FP7 status.
You can view the data register, etc., using a PC or smartphone.

Information updates viewable in e-mail.
The managers can receive and view e-mailed malfunction notifications and daily reports of equipment operations.
E-mail sending function (SSL-compatible)
Use instructions and timings controlled by the FP7 to send e-mails on a pre-set schedule or when a pre-set condition changes in the PLC. The e-mails can have data files attached and communication is SSL-capable to protect the e-mails.

Motion Control of Up to 64 axes in One Unit
A Single FP7 Motion Control Unit can Control 64 axes of MINAS A6B and 32 Virtual axes.
It is Now Easier to Perform Multiple axial Control.(Dedicated unit for MINAS A6B series)

*EtherCAT® is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.

  • Up to 32 synchronous groups! (32 groups of 2 axes to 2 groups of 32 axes)
  • Industry’s fastest class with 0.5 ms* control cycle
  • Control system: Cyclic position control
  • Positioning table: 1,000 tables / axis

*4 axes (2-axis interpolation × 2 groups). Our company created send/receive allocation.

  • Supported Servo Motors
    MINAS A6B Series
    Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd.
    To learn more about servo motors, please contact Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd..
    >>MINAS A6B Seriesopen link in new window

Operational status of motor is remotely monitored.
More powerful preventative maintenance and historical management.

Through use of Web server function on FP7 CPU unit, remote monitoring is possible of things such as torque, speed and position of the motor. Also, with inclusion of peripheral sensor, total operation monitoring is achieved.

Smooth debugging at startup.
Unit equipped with SD memory card.
Communications log can be analyzed at startup which makes debugging easy.

*When logging during operation, be aware of communication lags on the EtherCAT side when data is being written.
*Please use the Ethernet function built-in type CPU units (AFP7CPS□E, AFP7CPS□ES).

Select the functions you need and control various devices! Multi Input/Output Unit.
Select the functions you need among the many available and achieve a wide range of control with one unit.

■For example
・Control possible of connected dedicated boards, custom-built jigs, and all types of sensors.

Can also be used for central control of devices with different voltage and as a converter for 5 V devices.

Capable of direct inspection in inspection lines for 5 V drive electronic components.

Direct Connection to FP7 Series Programmable Controller![SL-VFP7]

■I/O points:
32 to 512 points
(Settable in units of 32 points)
■No. of connected nodes:
Max. 256 nodes
■Transmission distance:
Max. 800 m 2624.672 ft

Up to 64 SL-VFP7 units can be connected to FP7 series programmable logic controller.
The FP7 series allows connection of up to 64 SL-VFP7 units so that a maximum of 32,768 I/O points (512 points × 64) or 16,384 nodes (256 nodes × 64) can be controlled.

* When AFP7CPS2R (sold separately) is used as the FP7 CPU unit, FP7 extension master / slave units (sold separately) cannot be used, so only up to 16 SL-VFP7 units can be mounted in that case.

Minimum wiring work means cost reduction and space saving.
Direct bus connection eliminates the need for PLC I/O connectors, S-LINK V controller or PLC I/O modules, thus realizing the reduction of the entire system cost and installation space.

Units

Part numbers for CPU units, add-on cassettes and serial communication units have been changed accompanying changes in appearance (changes to the silk screening on the front and claws) in November 2022. Note that, structurally, old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units.

CPU units

Compact design and class-leading high performance

  1. The function is expanded easily with cassette interface.
    The function extension is possible without increasing the width of the unit.
    The cassettes support RS232C, RS422 and RS485 for series communication, Ethernet communication and various analog input and output.
  2. High-capacity SD (SDHC) memory cards of up to 32 GB are supported.
    Enables large storage for log data
    *except for AFP7CPS2R
  3. High performance
    Scan times of 20 μs or less and minimum execution times of 1 ms at 60 k steps. System is designed so that frequent Ethernet communication has almost no effect on processing speed.
  4. All communications ports are safely isolated
    Confidently use any port – RS422 / RS485 and LAN ports, as well as USB and RS232C ports – each is isolated.
  5. High function types, increased security (encryption), are available.
    *When exporting to China, please use a CPU that does not have an encryption function.
Product name Standard
program
capacity
Max.
program
capacity
Operation
speed
Ethernet
function
(Note 2)
SD memory card function Encryption
function
(Note 3, 4)
Part No.
FP7
CPU
units
Standard
model
196 k steps 234 k steps From 11 ns Built-in Built-in
AFP7CPS4RE
120 k steps 120 k steps From 11 ns Built-in Built-in
AFP7CPS3RE
120 k steps 120 k steps From 11 ns Built-in
AFP7CPS3R
Security
enhanced
type
196 k steps 234 k steps From 11 ns Built-in Built-in Built-in
AFP7CPS4RES
120 k steps 120 k steps From 11 ns Built-in Built-in Built-in
AFP7CPS3RES
120 k steps 120 k steps From 11 ns Built-in Built-in
AFP7CPS3RS
Low cost type 64 k steps 64 k steps From 14 ns
AFP7CPS2R

Notes:
1) One End unit is attached to the CPU unit.
2) Ethernet function includes FTP server / client function, Web server function, HTTP client function, E-mail sending function and EtherNet/IP compatibility.
Ethernet is a registered trademark of Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. and Xerox Corporation.
3) When exporting to China, please use a CPU that does not have an encryption function.
4) For CPU units with encryption function, please use the security enhanced type programming tools.

You can upgrade to the latest firmware of the CPU unit by “FP7 CPU unit Upgrade Tool”.
“FP7 CPU unit Upgrade Tool” is available for download free of charge from our website.
*If you use the new features or new unit, please upgrade the firmware to the latest version of the CPU unit.

Expansion units

Expansion unit capable of bus expansion and distributed installation

Connect a maximum of 3 blocks and a total of 64 units
Three blocks can be expanded on one CPU unit.

Product name Specifications Part No.
FP7 expansion master unit Expansion of up to 3 slave units possible AFP7EXPM
FP7 expansion slave unit
(Note 1)
Up to 16 units can be connected to 1 slave unit. AFP7EXPS
Expansion cables Length: 0.5 m 1.640 ft AFP7EXPCR5
Length: 1 m 3.281 ft AFP7EXPC01
Length: 3 m 9.843 ft AFP7EXPC03
Length: 10 m 32.808 ft AFP7EXPC10

Notes :
1) One End unit is attached to the Expansion slave unit.
2) Expansion unit cannot be used with the AFP7CPS2R CPU unit.

Add-on cassettes (communication cassettes)

For communication with programmable displays or PCs and for data exchange between PLCs

  1. Serial communication and Ethernet communication can be added to the CPU unit.
    6 types are available including cassettes that support any combination of RS-232C, RS-422, RS-485 and Ethernet.
    [Configuration example].

    *Ethernet function (including FTP server / client function, HTTP client function, Web server function and E-mail sending function) cannot be used in the AFP7CCRET1.
  2. Protocol supports MODBUS-RTU.
    Communication can easily be accomplished using comfortable communication instructions.
    * The AFP7CCRET1 supports MODBUS-RTU as well, and does not support MODBUS-TCP.
Product name Specifications Part No.
FP7 communication cassettes RS232C, 1 channel (insulated)
AFP7CCRS1
RS232C, 2 channels (insulated)
AFP7CCRS2
RS422 or RS485, 1 channel (insulated)
AFP7CCRM1
RS422 or RS485, 2 channels (insulated)
AFP7CCRM2
RS232C, 1 channel (insulated) and RS485, 1 channel (insulated)
AFP7CCRS1M1
Ethernet 100Base-TX / 10Base-T
AFP7CCRET1
Add-on cassettes (function cassettes)

Add Analog I/O, temperature input function

  1. Analog I/O and temperature input functions can be added to the CPU unit.
    Low cost expansion of the CPU unit with an analog function is easy and installation space can be reduced.

    *Ethernet function (including FTP server / client function, HTTP client function, Web server function and E-mail sending function) cannot be used in the AFP7CCRET1.
  2. Low cost addition of functions
    Reduced cost and space are realized compared to the analog input and output unit.
Product name Specifications Part No.
FP7 function cassettes Analog input, 2 channels, voltage / current
AFP7FCRAD2
Analog input and output, input: 2 channels, output: 1 channel
AFP7FCRA21
Thermocouple input, 2 channels K / J
AFP7FCRTC2
Input and output units

I/O points can be added as necessary.

  1. Input/output mixed units are available.
    The necessary I/O points can be efficiently obtained, resulting in a compact PLC at reduced cost.
  2. The 64 points transistor output unit is designed for 300 mA current capacity.
    The 64 points transistor output unit is equipped with 8 contact points with 300 mA current capacity. Large indicator lamps, magnetic contacts, etc. can be driven directly.
  3. The noise countermeasure is possible by an adjustment of the input time constants.
    Response time can be selected from 0.1 ms, 0.5 ms, 1 ms, 5 ms, 10 ms, 20 ms or 70 ms, depending on the output equipment to be used.
Product name Type Number of
points
Connection
method
Specifications Part No.
FP7
input units
DC input 16 points Terminal block 12 to 24 V DC, common polarity:
+/- common, input time constant setting
AFP7X16DW
32 points MIL connector 24 V DC, common polarity:
+/- common, input time constant setting
AFP7X32D2
64 points MIL connector 24 V DC, common polarity:
+/- common, input time constant setting
AFP7X64D2
FP7
output units
Relay output 16 points Terminal block 2 A/point, 5 A/common,
16 points/common (without relay socket)
AFP7Y16R
Transistor
output,
sink (NPN)
16 points Terminal block Load current: 1.0 A, 5 A/common, 16 points/common AFP7Y16T
32 points MIL connector Load current: 0.3 A, 3.2 A/common, 32 points/common AFP7Y32T
64 points MIL connector Load current: 0.3 A / 0.1 A, mixed 3.2 A /common,
32 points/common
AFP7Y64T
Transistor
output,
source (PNP)
16 points Terminal block Load current: 1.0 A, 5 A/common, 16 points/common AFP7Y16P
32 points MIL connector Load current:
0.3 A, 3.2 A/common, 32 points/common
AFP7Y32P
64 points MIL connector Load current:
0.3 A / 0.1 A, mixed 3.2 A /common, 32 points/common
AFP7Y64P
FP7
input and
output
mixed units
DC input
transistor output,
sink (NPN)
Input: 32 points
Output: 32 points
MIL connector Input: 24 V DC, 32 points/common
Output: load current:
0.3 A / 0.1 A, mixed 3.2 A/
common, 32 points/common
AFP7XY64D2T
DC input
transistor output,
source (PNP)
Input: 32 points
Output: 32 points
MIL connector Input: 24 V DC, 32 points/common
Output: load current:
0.3 A / 0.1 A, mixed 3.2 A/common, 32 points/common
AFP7XY64D2P
Analog input and output units

Channel insulation is switchable to support various devices

  • 20 times faster conversion than in previous model
    A conversion rate of 25 μs/channel is possible, 20 times faster than the previous model‘s 500 μs/channel conversion speed. The system‘s production efficiency can be improved due to precise control. High speed sampling can be achieved, independent of the PLC‘s scan time.[Dependent on scan of CPU unit]
    The scan gets delayed when the CPU unit slows down due to other processes and sampling becomes sporadic.

    [Sampling in the analog unit]
    Accurate sampling possible with fixed cycle.
  • High-accuracy control
    High-accuracy of ± 0.05 % (at +25℃ +77℉) of full scale can be achieved. The high-resolution performance allows users to achieve reliable control.
  • Noise-resistant with isolated channels.
    Channel insulation can be activated to guard against interference from other channels.
    No need to worry about the power supply system of the objects being measured.
Product name Specifications Number of
channels
Part No.
FP7 analog input unit
(high-speed and multi-channel type)
Voltage / current, conversion rate:
25 μs/channel, resolution: max. 16 bits,
accuracy:
±0.1 % F.S. or less (at 25 ℃ 77 ℉)
8 channels AFP7AD8
FP7 analog input unit
(High-speed and high-accuracy type)
Voltage / current, conversion rate:
25 μs/channel, resolution: max. 16 bits,
accuracy:
±0.05 % F.S. or less (at 25 ℃ 77 ℉) /
insulation between channels
4 channels AFP7AD4H
FP7 analog output unit
(High-speed and high-accuracy type)
Voltage / current, conversion rate:
25 μs/channel, resolution: max. 16 bits,
accuracy:
±0.05 % F.S. or less (at 25 ℃ 77 ℉) /
insulation between channels
4 channels AFP7DA4H
Temperature input units

High-speed, high-accuracy and multi-channel input

  1. Easy to perform high-accuracy measurement
    Equipped with a variety of functions required for temperature measurement Easy to obtain measurement results

    Averaging
    processing
    Number of times, time, moving
    Insulation Channels are insulated from one another and from the internal circuit.
    Simple
    setting
    Initial settings can be completed on the configuration screen.
  2. Capable of high-speed and high-accuracy temperature input
    High-speed
    conversion
    High-accuracy
    Thermocouple
    multiple analog
    input unit
    5 ms/channel
    (high-speed mode)
    25 ms/channel
    (normal mode)
    ±0.1%F.S.
    (at +25℃ +77℉)
    ±0.3%F.S.
    (at 0 to +55℃ +32 to +131℉)
    Resistance
    temperature
    detector
    input unit
    25 ms/channel
    (normal mode)
  3. Multi-channel input
    One unit can control the input of up to 8 channels.
    With so many channels, the unit eliminates the need to purchase additional units, reducing required space and costs.
    The thermocouple multiple analog input unit can also control voltage and current inputs.
Product name Specifications Part No.
Thermocouple multiple analog input unit 8ch
・[Thermocouple(resolution: 0.1℃32.18℉)] K/J/T/N/R/S/B/E/PLⅡ/WRe5-26
・[Voltage/Current] Resolution: max. 16 bits
AFP7TC8
Resistance temperature detector input unit 8ch
・[Resistance
temperature detector(resolution: 0.1℃32.18℉)]Pt100/JPt100/Pt1000
AFP7RTD8
Multi Input/Output Units

Multifunctional Control Achieved in One Unit!

  1. Multifunctional Control Achieved in One Unit.

    *1 Trapezoidal control with acceleration / deceleration not yet supported
  2. CPU unit can be expanded with maximum of 16 units

    Total of 512 inputs and outputs possibleTotal 256 inputsTransistor input: Max. 256 points
    High-speed counter: Max. 64 channels
    Interrupt input: Max. 128 channelsTotal 256 outputsTransistor output: Max. 256 points
    Pulse output: Max. 64 channels
    PWM output: Max. 64 channels
    Comparison output: Max. 128 channels
  3. Settings executed with FPWIN GR7
    Unit settings easily performed using configuration screen.
Product name Number
of
points
Connection
method
Specifications Part No.
Multi
input/output
unit
Input: 16 points
Output: 16 points
MIL connector Input: Total 16 points
•DC input: Max. 16 points
•High-speed counter: Max. 4 channels(1 channel: 4 points)
•Interrupt input: Max. 8 points
Output: Total 16 points
•Transistor output: Max. 16 points
•Pulse output: Max. 4 channels (Note) (1 channel: 2 points)
•PWM output: Max. 4 channels (1 channel: 1 points)
•Comparison output: Max. 8 points
AFP7MXY32DWD

Note: Trapezoidal control with acceleration / deceleration not yet supported.

High-speed counter units

One of the fastest in industry added in lineup

  1. Industry-leading class speed of 16 Mpps
    (for differential input and 2-phase, 4-multiple)

    Accurate, real-time surveillance of inverter and motor rotation speed variation
  2. Supports 5 / 12 / 24 V DC and differential input.
    Supports wide range of interface from 12 to 24 V DC, 5 V DC and differential input with one unit.
  3. Powerful application support
    Input pulse string frequency (period) can be measured inside the unit with built in periodical pulse counter function. Built-in ring counter function can easily detect index table position. Line speed adjustment and work length measurement are available with built-in clock that allows accurate time measurement.
  4. Various functions can be used without a ladder program
    Capture function of count value, Finite difference calculation of capture value, Interrupt using comparison match, Comparison match and band comparison, Measurement of frequency and number of revolution, Reset of Z number and preset, Reset and preset of external signal, Built-in clock selection
Product name Specifications Part No.
Input time
constant
Number of
counters
Counter type Input type
FP7
high-speed
counter
units
Selection
type
2 channels Liner counter /
ring counter
Individual input: 1 multiple, 2-multiple
Direction discrimination input: 1 multiple, 2-multiple
2-phase input: 1 multiple, 2-multiple, 4-multiple
AFP7HSC2T
4 channels AFP7HSC4T
Motion control units

A Single FP7 Motion Control Unit can Control 64 axes

August 2017 it has been upgraded
<Main added functions>

  • SL-VGU1-EC, S-LINK V gateway controller for open network, and MINAS A6B will be available for slave units.
  • Available for SDO/PDO communication by users’ program.
  • Available for time chart monitor (logging data for multiple axes).
  1. It is Now Easier to Perform Multiple axial Control.
    • A Single FP7 Motion Control Unit can Control 64 axes of MINAS A6B and 32 Virtual axes.
    • Up to 32 synchronous groups! (32 groups of 2 axes to 2 groups of 32 axes)
    • Industry’s fastest class with 0.5 ms* control cycle.
    • Control system: Cyclic position control
    • Positioning table: 1,000 tables/axes

    *4 axes (2-axis interpolation × 2 groups). Our company created send/receive allocation.

    Control method No. of used axes Communication
    cycle
    Single axis control
    Interpolation control
    Synchronous control
    16 axes 1 ms
    32 axes 2 ms
    64 axes 4 ms

    * Communication cycle was changed from the firmware Ver.1.2

  2. Operational status of motor is remotely monitored.
    More powerful preventative maintenance and
    historical management.

    Through use of Web server function on FP7 CPU unit, remote monitoring is possible of things such as torque, speed and position of the motor. Also, with inclusion of peripheral sensor, total operation monitoring is achieved.
  3. Easy support of motion settings and test runs using dedicated software tool (Control Motion Integrator).
    Control Motion Integrator facilitates setting of EtherCAT transmission settings and parameters such as the unit’s motion control parameter. Tool can be run during tests, so operation can be easily checked during startup.

    Refer to option page for “Control Motion Integrator”.
    >>FP7 Option
Product name Number of axis Part No.
Real axis Virtual axis
FP7 Motion Control Unit EtherCAT type 16 8 AFP7MC16EC
32 16 AFP7MC32EC
64 32 AFP7MC64EC

Notes:
1) EtherCAT® is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.
2) One CPU unit can be expanded with up to 14 motion control units. However, number of expanded units is limited by the power supply used and the ambient temperature.

Positioning units

Combined multi-axle control can be achieved at reduced cost.

  1. Equipped with electronic cam and electronic gear functions
    Ladder program is capable of controlling electronic cams and gears. Virtual axes are supported and operable without connecting to external encoders.
  2. Organized wiring to servo amplifier
    A servo ON output terminal is provided that allows simple and neat wiring to the servo amplifier. Also, wiring from the I/O unit is unnecessary, and a test run is possible by only a positioning soft tool.
  3. Dedicated configuration tool
    Start positioning dedicated configuration tool using Control FPWIN GR7. Parameter and positioning operation settings can be made easily. Test operation is also supported.
    Positioning operations can be checked even-while the CPU unit is in program mode
Product name Specifications Part No.
Output
type
Number of
axes controlled
Operation
speed
Functions
FP7
positioning
units
Transistor 2 axes 1 pps to 500 kpps Electronic cam and electronic gear functions, linear interpolation, circular interpolation AFP7PP02T
4 axes AFP7PP04T
Line driver 2 axes 1 pps to 4 Mpps AFP7PP02L
4 axes AFP7PP04L
Pulse output units

Super high-speed positioning control achieved

  1. High-speed startup
    The pulse output request is received from the CPU unit and the startup speed up to output of the pulse is supper high-speed of 1 μs. Tact time is reduced with repeat of short-distance positioning operations, etc.
  2. Neater wiring to servo and amplifier
    Equipped with a servo ON output terminal, wiring to the servo amplifier is neater.
  3. Replacement from FP2 series is easy
    Usage is same as the previous FP2 positioning unit (multi-function type). Program transfer is easy.
Product name Specifications Part No.
Output type Number of
axes controlled
Operation speed
FP7
pulse output
units
Transistor 2 axes 1 pps to 500 kpps AFP7PG02T
4 axes AFP7PG04T
Line driver 2 axes 1 pps to 4 Mpps AFP7PG02L
4 axes AFP7PG04L
Power supply units
Product name Input specifications Output specifications Other functions Part No.
FP7 power supply units 100 to 240 V AC 24 V DC, 1.0 A System error alarm output contact AFP7PSA1
100 to 240 V AC 24 V DC, 1.8 A System error alarm output contact and remaining lifespan counter AFP7PSA2
Product name Specifications Part No.
Output type Number of
axes controlled
Operation speed
FP7
pulse output
units
Transistor 2 axes 1 pps to 500 kpps AFP7PG02T
4 axes AFP7PG04T
Line driver 2 axes 1 pps to 4 Mpps AFP7PG02L
4 axes AFP7PG04L
Serial communication units

Lineup of serial communication unit that can be expanded with a serial communication cassette.

  1. Two serial communication add-on cassettes can be installed
    A total of five types of cassettes can be freely combined in a combination of RS-232C, RS-422 or RS-485. Up to 4 channels can be supported in one unit.
  2. High expandability
    The number of serial communication channels can be increased by connecting a CPU unit. A CPU unit can be connected to maximum of 8 serial communications units.Note: To connect serial communication unit, the CPU unit has to have firmware Ver. 1.2 or later, and to be running FPWIN GR7 Ver. 1.3 or later.
Item Specifications Part No.
Number of communication cassette installations Max. 2 cassettes
AFP7NSCR
Number of installations to CPU unit Max. 8 units

Note: Communication cassette AFP7CCET1 is not supported.

Multi-wire link unit

Use for additional connection or replacement in existing multi-wire link networks.
Note: Some functions of the FP7 are not compatible with conventional products.

Item Specifications Part No.
FP7
Multi-wire link unit
For PLC links
Compatible with MEWNET-W / MEWNET-W2 / MEWNET-F
AFP7MW
Product name Specifications Controllable I/O points Part No.
FP I/O Terminal Board 24 V DC input /
0.2 A Transistor output
Input: 16 points,
Output: 16 points
AFP87446
FP I/O Terminal Board
[Terminal block type]
24 V DC input /
0.2 A Transistor output
Input: 16 points,
Output: 16 points
AFP87444
24 V DC input /
2 A Relay output
Input: 16 points,
Output: 8 points
AFP87432
FP I/O Terminal Unit Serves as a slave controller.
Expandable up to 32 points.
(Operating voltage: 24 V DC)
FP I/O
Terminal
Unit
(basic)
Input unit 24 V DC input Input 8 points AFP87421
Input 16 points AFP87422
Output unit 0.5 A
Transistor output
Output 8 points AFP87423
Output 16 points AFP87424
FP I/O
Terminal
Expansion
Unit
Input unit 24 V DC input Input 8 points AFP87425
Input 16 points AFP87426
Output unit 0.5 A
Transistor output
Output 8 points AFP87427
Output 16 points AFP87428
PHLS (remote I/O) unit

Master unit

Product name Max. points Communication
speed
Total distance Max. number
of connections
Part No.
FP7 PHLS master unit 1,008 points 6 Mbps / 12 Mbps 200 m 656 ft (at 6 Mbps) / 100 m 328 ft (at 12 Mbps) 63 slaves AFP7PHLSM

Slave units

Product
name
Shape Connection
method
Type Number of points Specifications Part No.
FP7
PHLS
slave units
Standard
type
Screw-type
terminal
block
DC input 8 points 24 V DC, common polarity:
+, 8 points/common
AFPRP1X08D2
16 points 24 V DC, common polarity:
+, 16 points/common
AFPRP1X16D2
Transistor
output
(sink)
16 points Load current: 0.1 A,
common polarity: -, 0.4 A/common, 16 points/common
AFPRP1Y16T
DC input
transistor
output
(sink)
Input: 8 points
Output: 8 points
Input: 24 V DC,
common polarity: +, 8 points/common
Output: load current: 0.1 A, common polarity: -, 0.4 A/common, 8 points/common
* Input / output common is shared.
AFPRP1XY16D2T
Compact
type
e-CON DC input 8 points 24 V DC, common polarity: +, 8 points/common AFPRP2X08D2E
Connector-type
terminal
block
DC input 16 points 24 V DC, common polarity: +, 16 points/common AFPRP2X16D2
Transistor
output
(sink)
16 points Load current: 0.1 A,
common polarity: -, 0.8 A/common, 16 points/common
AFPRP2Y16T
Input: 8 points
Output: 8 points
Input: 24 V DC, common polarity: +, 8 points/common
Output: load current: 0.1 A, common polarity: -, 0.8 A/common, 8 points/common
* Input / output common is shared.
AFPRP2XY16D2T
Item Specifications Part No.
FP7
Multi-wire link unit
For PLC links
Compatible with MEWNET-W / MEWNET-W2 / MEWNET-F
AFP7MW
Introduction of remote analog units

Our PHLS (remote I/O) unit complies with HLS (Hi-speed Link System) specification.
This product is used when you want to connect analog units from other manufacturers that comply with the HLS specification.

Notes:
1) When using another company’s HLS-compliant product, be sure to verify that the units operate correctly with the installed target equipment. Please contact the respective manufacturers for product details.
2) Units other than the analog units shown above can also be connected. The following shows the communication specifications of our PHLS (remote I/O) master unit. Please select a unit that meets the specifications.

Communication method Transmission speed Connection method
Half-duplex communication
(incompatible with full-duplex communication)
6 Mbps / 12 Mbps Terminal block
(connection via screw terminal)
S-LINK V controller
Designation Model No. Description
FP7 series bus direct connection
S-LINK V controller
SL-VFP7 Directly connects with FP7 series to control the S-LINK V system.
Discontinued products [Order accepted till September, 2023]

Discontinued product Recommended substitute
Product name Product number/Part number Last time buy Product number/Part number Product name Remark
FP I/O Terminal Board Product number: AFP87445
Part number: AFP87445
September 29, 2023

Product number: –

Part number: –




Sorry, no suggested alternative products.
FP7 PHLS (Remote I/O) unit Product number: AFPRP2Y04R
Part number: AFPRP2Y04R
September 29, 2023

Product number: –

Part number: –




Sorry, no suggested alternative products.
Discontinued products [Order accepted till March, 2023]

* Substitute products will not guarantee the specifications of discontinued products. Please check the specification details from catalog before use.

Discontinued product Recommended substitute
Product number/Part number Last time buy Product number/Part number Product name Remark
Product number:
AFP7CPS21Part number:AFP7CPS21
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS2R

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS2R

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS31Part number:AFP7CPS31
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS3R

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS3R

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS31EPart number:AFP7CPS31E
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS3RE

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS3RE

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS31ESPart number:AFP7CPS31ES
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS3RES

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS3RES

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS31SPart number:AFP7CPS31S
March 31, 2023

 

Product number:

AFP7CPS3RS

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS3RS

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS41EPart number:AFP7CPS41E
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS4RE

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS4RE

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Product number:
AFP7CPS41ESPart number:AFP7CPS41ES
March 31, 2023

Product number:AFP7CPS4RES

 

Part number:

AFP7CPS4RES

 

 

FP7

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Discontinued product Recommended substitute
Product name Product number/Part number Last time buy Product number/Part number Product name Remark
Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCET1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCET1

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRET1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRET1

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCM1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCM1

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRM1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRM1

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCM2

 

Part number:

AFP7CCM2

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRM2

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRM2

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCS1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCS1

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRS1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRS1

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCS1M1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCS1M1

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRS1M1

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRS1M1

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7CCS2

 

Part number:

AFP7CCS2

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7CCRS2

 

Part number:

AFP7CCRS2

 

Add-on
cassettes
(communication
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7FCA21

 

Part number:

AFP7FCA21

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7FCRA21

 

Part number:

AFP7FCRA21

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7FCAD2

 

Part number:

AFP7FCAD2

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7FCRAD2

 

Part number:

AFP7FCRAD2

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

Product number:

AFP7FCTC2

 

Part number:

AFP7FCTC2

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7FCRTC2

 

Part number:

AFP7FCRTC2

 

Add-on
cassettes
(function
cassettes)

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

FP7
Serial
communication
units

Product number:

AFP7NSC

 

Part number:

AFP7NSC

March 31, 2023

Product number:

AFP7NSCR

 

Part number:

AFP7NSCR

 

FP7
Serial
communication
units

 

 

Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units. The programs are compatible.

 

Discontinued products [Order accepted till September, 2022]

* Substitute products will not guarantee the specifications of discontinued products.
Please check the specification details from catalog before use.

Discontinued product Recommended substitute
Product name Product number/Part number Last time buy Product number/Part number Product name Remark
Multi input/output unit Product number: AFP7MXY32DWDH
Part number: AFP7MXY32DWDH
September 30, 2022 Product number:-
Part number:-

FP7

Suggested alternative products may be different under the conditions of use.

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For recommended substitutes, please use the combination of FP7 multi input / output unit (AFP7MXY32DWD) and FP7 positioning unit (AFP7PP0□□).
*The program is not compatible.

Discontinued products [Order accepted till September, 2015]

* Substitute products will not guarantee the specifications of discontinued products.
Please check the specification details from catalog before use.

Discontinued product Recommended substitute
Product number Part number Last time buy Product number Series Remark
AFP7CPS3 AFP7CPS3 September 30, 2015
To be discontinued
AFP7CPS3R FP7 Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units.
AFP7CPS3E AFP7CPS3E September 30, 2015
To be discontinued
AFP7CPS3RE FP7 Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units.
AFP7CPS4E AFP7CPS4E September 30, 2015
To be discontinued
AFP7CPS4RE FP7 Old add-on cassettes cannot be installed on new CPU units and serial communication units. Also, the new add-on cassettes cannot be installed on old CPU units and serial communication units.