MITSUBISHI FX3U-80MT/ESS

The **MITSUBISHI FX3U-80MT/ESS** is a **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)** in the **FX3U series**, which is a part of Mitsubishi Electric's advanced PLC offerings designed for industrial automation. This model is specifically designed for compact, modular, and cost-effective control applications where flexibility, speed, and communication capabilities are essential.

### Key Features and Specifications of **MITSUBISHI FX3U-80MT/ESS**:

1. **Module Type**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** is a **programmable logic controller (PLC)** from the **FX3U series**.
   - It is an ideal solution for **small to medium-scale** industrial automation tasks requiring control, monitoring, and communication between various devices and sensors.

2. **I/O Capacity**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** is equipped with **80 I/O points** in total, with a configuration consisting of **48 digital inputs** and **32 digital outputs**.
   - It allows for the connection of a range of devices such as switches, sensors, actuators, and indicators, ensuring effective automation control in various industries.

3. **CPU**:
   - This PLC is powered by a high-performance **FX3U CPU**, designed to provide **high-speed processing** for control tasks.
   - The CPU can process a wide variety of instructions and handle demanding applications, offering fast response times for real-time control.

4. **Communication and Connectivity**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** is equipped with built-in **Ethernet** and **RS-232** communication ports, making it easy to integrate with other devices such as HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), I/O devices, and other PLCs.
   - It supports multiple communication protocols, such as **Modbus TCP/IP**, **MELSEC**, and **RS-485**, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of industrial systems.
   - Ethernet support enables remote monitoring, programming, and troubleshooting, increasing the efficiency and reducing the downtime for operators.

5. **Modular Expansion**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** is part of a **modular PLC system**, which allows for easy expansion of I/O points or addition of specialized modules like analog I/O, temperature control, or communication modules.
   - This modularity provides flexibility for evolving system needs, allowing the PLC to grow as the demands of the automation project increase.

6. **Programming and Configuration**:
   - The PLC can be programmed using Mitsubishi's **GX Works2** or **GX Developer** programming software.
   - The programming software supports various programming languages such as **Ladder Diagram (LD)**, **Function Block Diagram (FBD)**, and **Structured Text (ST)**, making it adaptable for different types of control applications.
   - It also provides debugging and simulation tools for efficient program testing and optimization.

7. **Advanced Features**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** offers a range of advanced control features, including **high-speed pulse control**, **positioning control**, and **high-speed counting**.
   - It supports **PID control** for closed-loop control systems, which is ideal for regulating temperature, speed, pressure, and other process variables.
   - The PLC is also designed to handle various industrial functions, such as **timing**, **sequencing**, and **data logging**.

8. **Power Supply**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** operates on a **24V DC power supply**, which is standard in industrial PLC systems.
   - It features energy-efficient operation while maintaining high-performance processing capabilities.

9. **Size and Mounting**:
   - The **FX3U-80MT/ESS** is compact and **DIN rail mountable**, making it suitable for installation in industrial control panels and enclosures with limited space.
   - Its compact size does not compromise its capabilities, allowing for a powerful PLC in small-scale control systems.

10. **Applications**:
    - **Industrial Automation**: Suitable for small to medium manufacturing plants, conveyors, automated production lines, and general industrial control tasks.
    - **Process Control**: Ideal for applications requiring precise control over variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, and more.
    - **Machine Control**: Perfect for controlling machinery, robotics, and other equipment in manufacturing and packaging systems.
    - **Building Automation**: Used in controlling HVAC systems, lighting, and energy management for buildings.

### Technical Specifications:

- **Type**: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- **CPU**: **FX3U Series CPU** for high-speed processing
- **I/O Points**: **80 I/O points** (48 digital inputs, 32 digital outputs)
- **Communication**:
  - **Built-in Ethernet** and **RS-232** ports for connectivity
  - Supports communication protocols such as **Modbus TCP/IP**, **RS-485**, and **MELSEC**.
- **Programming Software**: **GX Works2** or **GX Developer**
- **Programming Languages**: **Ladder Diagram (LD)**, **Function Block Diagram (FBD)**, and **Structured Text (ST)**
- **Power Supply**: **24V DC**
- **Mounting**: **DIN rail** mounting
- **Operating Environment**:
  - **Temperature**: Typically **0°C to 55°C**
  - **Humidity**: **10% to 90% RH** (non-condensing)
  - **Front Panel Protection**: IP20
- **Size**: **W 130 x H 90 x D 90 mm** (without modules)
- **Weight**: Approximately **0.5 kg** (without modules)

### Summary:

The **MITSUBISHI FX3U-80MT/ESS** is a compact, reliable, and versatile **PLC** designed for industrial automation, process control, and machine control applications. With **80 I/O points** and built-in **Ethernet** communication, it is ideal for small to medium-sized control systems where high-speed processing, flexibility, and modularity are required. It supports advanced control functions like **PID control**, **high-speed pulse control**, and **positioning control**, making it suitable for a wide variety of industries. Programmable via **GX Works2** or **GX Developer**, it offers multiple programming languages and easy integration with other industrial devices and systems.