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FA-M3 Range-free Multi-controller
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FA-M3 Range-free Multi-controller

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The FA-M3R is a compact, high-performance controller designed for industrial automation, featuring a fast scan time of 200μs and supporting up to 192 points, making it ideal for space-constrained environments.
Specifications
The FA-M3R supports up to 8192 I/O points and 344K words, with customizable modules. It includes an SD memory card slot for up to 1 GB of data storage and a 4 MB RAM disk for volatile data storage.
Modular Design
The system's modular design allows for the combination of different modules such as power supply, CPU, and communication modules, supporting a range of base modules from 4-slot to 16-slot types for flexible system configuration.
Networking and Communication
The FA-M3R integrates control and communication functions, supporting Ethernet and various network protocols, including FTP client and server functions for data transfer and remote maintenance over the internet.
Performance and Control
Capable of executing 20,000 ladder program steps per millisecond, the FA-M3R reduces I/O response time and supports high-speed sensor control, eliminating the need for external controllers.
Remote Operation and Maintenance
The system supports remote operation, maintenance, and engineering via Ethernet, enabling efficient troubleshooting and system monitoring through email notifications and remote access.
Open Network Compatibility
Compatible with open network standards such as FL-net and DeviceNet, the FA-M3R facilitates multi-vendor system integration, enhancing productivity and maintainability.
Communication Modules Overview
The document details various communication modules and systems used in industrial automation, including ASi, PROFIBUS-DP, DeviceNet, and YHLS, highlighting their capabilities and applications.
ASi Master Module
Compliant with AS-interface V2.1, this module controls up to 62 ASi slaves at a transmission rate of 167kbps over 100m, simplifying connections without cable cutting.
PROFIBUS-DP Interface Module
Acts as a master in a PROFIBUS-DP network, supporting up to 125 slaves with transmission rates up to 12Mbps over 1200m, allowing multi-master configurations.
DeviceNet Specifications
Offers selectable transmission rates of 125/250/500Kbps, supporting a maximum cable length of 500m and up to 64 nodes.
YHLS (Yokogawa Hi-speed Link System)
A high-speed remote I/O communication system supporting up to 63 slaves and 2016 I/O points, featuring high-speed scanning and easy maintenance.
GP-IB Communications Module
Facilitates high-speed measurement and control within a compact system, enabling simple communications with GP-IB devices.
Personal Computer Link Module
Connects PCs or displays via RS-232-C or RS-422-A/485 interfaces, allowing data exchange with FA-M3R devices.
Ladder Communications Module
Enables control of remote devices using RS-232C, RS-422-A, or RS-485 communications, supporting both point-to-point and multi-point connections.
RS-232-C and RS-422 Communications Modules
Designed for specific CPU modules, these modules support data transmission over varying distances and speeds.
FA-M3R Programming Tool - WideField2
Enhances program development efficiency through modularization and integration with Windows applications.
Temperature Control and Monitoring
Describes high-speed, high-accuracy temperature control modules with features like dynamic auto-tuning and universal input support.
Positioning Modules
Details high-speed, high-accuracy positioning control modules for servo and stepping motors, supporting up to 15 axes.
Data Acquisition and Output Modules
Covers high-speed data acquisition modules with features like four built-in A/D converters and high-resolution ADC.
Communication and Expansion
FA Bus Type 2 Module and FA Link H Module facilitate high-speed communication and remote I/O system configuration.
Specifications
Includes limit values, resistance requirements, signal ranges, conversion speed options, and temperature accuracy.
Procedures
Describes user-definable offset settings and maintenance support without programming.
Norms and Recommendations
Highlights the Open Partnership program for developing custom I/O modules and the system's support for a wide range of applications.
Key Features
Includes memory card module capabilities, online media insertion, and various connector terminal blocks.
Performance Specifications
Details ladder sequence device support, programming languages, and system functions like error log save and program protection.
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Fast 20,000 steps within 1ms FA-M3R features a minimum scan time of 200ìs, and is faster than microcomputer boards. Post Card Size Truly compact and light, FA-M3R takes up a space of only 147(W) X 100(H) X 88(D) mm, yet allows up to 192 points. Compact

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FA-M3R features a minimum scan time of 200..s, and is faster than microcomputer boards. Truly compact and light, FA-M3R takes up a space of only 147(W)X100(H)X88(D)mm, yet allows up to 192 points. FA-M3R is the result of a quest for high performance and advanced functions. It offers high cost performance, too. Smart Max. 8192 Points,344K Words FA-M3R is the result of a quest for high performance and advanced functions. It offers high cost performance, too. _02 Introduction _04 Range Free _06 Let's Network! Integrate Control & Communications! _08 Remote OME on Internet _12 Program Reuse _14 Superior,...

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4 Simply Combine Modules to Suit Your Applications! Power supply module High-speed counter module High-speed data acquisition module Memory CPU module card module Positioning modules FL-net interface module PROFIBUS-DP interface module ASi master module DeviceNet interface module GP-IB communications module RS-232-C communications module Ethernet interface module Power supply module 64-point input module 8-point relay output module 16-point input module CPU module 64-point output module Personal computer link module Analog input output module FA link H module Fiber-optic FA bus module Temperature...

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5 The FA-M3R accommodates up to four sequence CPU modules. This feature is convenient when improving operating ratios of selected system components, integrating basic program data with data of other programs, dividing processing control, or selecting CPUs according to system scale or program size. What's more, you can freely intermix sequence CPU modules and other types of CPU modules. Main Unit and Sub-Unit The FA-M3R offers a variety of CPU modules, including sequence and BASIC modules. This capability to intermix different CPU module types in a single unit enhances the existing PLC concept,...

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6 Built-in SD Memory Card Slot and RAM Disk Up to 1 GB SD memory cards are supported for storing data, programs and log records as files. Off-the-shelf SD memory cards can be used. Redundancy of the file control area (FAT) reduces risk of file system damage due to power outage or card removal during writing. 4 MB RAM disk included for storing data and log records as files. (volatile memory) FTP Client and Server Functions Data is transferred from CPU to host PC or server autonomously with no need for programming on the host PC or server. (client function) Data can be transferred from CPU to higher-level...

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9 The ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendor Association, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization established by equipment vendors with the primary objective of maintaining and promoting the DeviceNet specifications. It has more than 240 members, including Yokogawa Electric Corporation. Build a multi-vendor system with ease No. of systems Transmission rate/medium Transmission protocol No. of nodes Connectors Communications method Cyclic transmission Messaging 2* 10Mbps/IEEE 802.3 compliant UDP/IP 254 max. AUI,10BASE-T Token without master Item Specifications 9.6kbps 19.2kbps 1200m 93.75kbps 187.5kbps 1000m 500kbps...

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10 16 DC inputs (positive common), 24 V DC, MIL 16 TR outputs (sink-type, with short-circuit protection), 24 V DC 0.1 A, MIL 16 DC inputs (negative common), 24 V DC, MIL 16 TR outputs (source-type, with short-circuit protection), 24 V DC 0.1 A, MIL 16 DC inputs (positive common), 24 V DC, MIL 16 DC inputs (negative common), 24 V DC, MIL 16 TR outputs (sink-type, with short-circuit protection), 24 V DC 0.1 A, MIL 16 TR outputs (source-type, with short-circuit protection), 24 V DC 0.1 A, MIL High-speed remote I/O providing flexibility for development, production and maintenance Features YHLS’ high...

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11 Optimal solution for automation of inspection system. GP-IB Communications Module F3GB01-0N Performs both measurement and control within a compact body. Delivers a high-speed inspection system. Enables simple, high-speed communications with GP-IB devices. Enables system configuration using only the BASIC language. Enables communications with GP-IB devices using only ladder sequences. F3LC11-1F / F3LC12-1F / F3LC11-2F Personal Computer Link Module Ideal for connecting to PCs or displays This communications module implements PC link functions to a display or an upper-level computer, such as...

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13 Easy data exchange with Windows applications Better use of design assets WideField2 provides OLE support and other functions that allow you to tap the convenience of the Windows environment. For instance, device and comment data can be copied from MS Excel and pasted into WideField2. Similarly, circuits can be copied from WideField2 into Microsoft word for preparation of design documents. Moreover, comment data can be imported from or exported to standard CSV-format files, allowing efficient organization of translation and design data. When a user is entering devices, this function speeds...

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15 SF661-ECW Toolbox for Temperature Control and Monitoring Module Easy Setup of Operation Parameters This software is a parameter setup tool for use with the FA-M3R Temperature Control and PID Modules and the Temperature Monitoring Module. It supports a range of functions from initial setup to action testing, and simplifies the tedious tuning process by enabling graphical display of monitored values. User-friendly setup screens On-line help information on module parameters simplifies parameter setup. Setup screens can be customized with the required parameters displayed in the appropriate order...

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16 Relentless Pursuit of Higher Speed and Richer Functionality Drastically Reduced Tact Time Versatile positioning control can be implemented using efficient setup tool F3NC32-0N / F3NC34-0N Positioning Module (model with Pulse Output) For fast, accurate, high-resolution and versatile position control This positioning module is amply powered to control high-speed, high-accuracy and highresolution position-command type servo-motors/drivers, and stepping motors/drivers. Its rich set of positioning control functions enables a much shorter tact time, coupled with higher productivity and product quality....

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