Reliable Connectivity for Mitsubishi FX Controllers
This driver is only available as part of the following TOP Server driver suites:
PLCs per COM Port (RS-485 Multi-Drop)
Channels Supported
FX Series Supported (FX/FX0N/FX2C/FX2N/FX3U)
Memory Types Supported
The Mitsubishi FX NET Serial driver works in conjunction with TOP Server® to provide data exchange between OPC UA, OPC DA, SuiteLink and DDE clients and Mitsubishi FX Series PLCs connected via FX NET over serial connections or ethernet/serial converters.
This driver supports communication with devices using the Mitsubishi Format 1 protocol via the FX-485PC-IF module on the PLC. Data acquisition is optimized based on upstream client demand while data integrity is ensured using extensive error handling.
Proven benefits for Mitsubishi FX NET multi-drop connectivity
Connect up to 16 PLCs to a single COM port via RS-485 multi-drop
Single RS-485 bus replaces individual point-to-point serial connections
Purpose-built for FX, FX0N, FX2C, FX2N, and FX3U PLCs
Serial over Ethernet via converters for remote installations
Automatic dial configuration and multiple phone number management for remote sites
Ideal for MES, SCADA, production monitoring, and smart manufacturing
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Everything you need for reliable Mitsubishi FX NET connectivity
FX NET RS-485 multi-drop support — connect 16 PLCs to one COM port
Interfaces to PLCs via the FX-485PC-IF module using Mitsubishi Format 1 protocol
Automatic dial configuration and multiple phone number management
Serial protocols over Ethernet/Serial converters, device servers, or terminal servers
Adjustable RTS flow timing for radio modem communications
Extensive communication and server diagnostics including OPC, communications, and event logging
Protocol
Mitsubishi Format 1 (FX NET)
Network
Serial RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet Encapsulated Serial
Max Channels
100 channels, 16 devices per channel
PLC Series
FX, FX0N, FX2C, FX2N, FX3U
Interface Module
FX-485PC-IF module on PLC
Memory Types
X, Y, M, S, TS, T, CS, C, D
Client Interfaces
OPC UA, OPC DA, SuiteLink, DDE
License Type
Perpetual (via suite purchase)
Note: Compatible with Mitsubishi FX Series PLCs via FX-485PC-IF module. Don't see your device listed? Contact us.
Note: Mitsubishi FX NET Serial Supported Protocols / Networks
Everything you need to get started, configure, and troubleshoot your driver
Complete driver documentation for Mitsubishi FX NET connectivity
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