Mitsubishi PLC: When We Pick FX and When the Project Calls for iQ-R
Mitsubishi at our shop historically lands with two customer segments. First, Ukrainian workshops that put in FX1N/FX1S 10-15 years ago and now want a one-for-one replacement. Second, new packaging and food lines where the engineer deliberately picks FX3U or FX5U over Siemens because of GX Works habit. Both groups buy the compact FX range, so we keep that on stock. L series and iQ-R we order to project, 7-10 days lead time.
How we ship it. Up to 30 I/O points we take FX1S (budget, no expansion). From 14 to 60 points with growth headroom: FX1N or FX3G. If you need positioning, high-speed counters or pulse output for a stepper, jump straight to FX3U-32MR-UA1 (compact flagship, 0.065 us per bit instruction, up to 3 axes). Programming is GX Works2 for FX series, GX Works3 for iQ-R and FX5U. Licence note: GX Works3 is paid; for FX2N/FX3U the free GX Developer is often enough.
FX1S, FX1N, FX3G or FX3U: Which Series Fits Your Project
Before placing an order we ask the customer three things. First: how many I/O points you need today and whether expansion is on the roadmap tomorrow. Second: site power (24 DC for panel-mounted systems, 100-240 AC for stationary installations). Third: output load type (relay MR for switching up to 2 A, transistor MT for fast switching of steppers or servos). Top-5 models by our sales:
| Model | Series | Inputs/Outputs | Power Supply | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FX1S-10MT-DSS | FX1S | 6/4 | 24 DC | Small conveyors, ventilation, lighting |
| FX1N-14MR-ES-UL | FX1N | 8/6 | 100-240 AC | Pump stations, packaging lines |
| FX1N-24MR-DS | FX1N | 14/10 | 24 DC | Machine tool automation, dosing |
| FX3U-32MR-UA1 | FX3U | 16/16 | 100-240 AC | Production lines, positioning |
| FX3G-24MR/DS | FX3G | 14/10 | 24 DC | FX1N upgrade path, mid-range systems |
FX1S — the most affordable option for tasks up to 30 I/O. FX1N — mid-range with expansion capability. FX3G — FX1N successor with built-in high-speed counters. FX3U — compact PLC flagship with up to 3-axis positioning support and 0.065 us per logic instruction processing speed.
PLC Manufacturers in Our Catalogue
In addition to Mitsubishi Electric, we offer industrial controllers from other leading brands for comparison and optimal solution selection:
- Delta Electronics PLC — DVP series, budget solutions with CANopen and Modbus support
- Siemens PLC — LOGO! and S7-1200, the European standard for industrial automation
Browse the full industrial controller catalogue to compare all available solutions.
Mitsubishi PLC by Specifications
Mitsubishi Electric controllers are available in a wide range of configurations for various manufacturing tasks:
- By series: FX1S (6-30 I/O), FX1N (14-60 I/O), FX3G (14-60 I/O), FX3U (16-128 I/O), Alpha 2 (14-24 I/O), L (modular)
- By power supply: 24 DC — for panel mounting and mobile systems; 100-240 AC — for stationary installations
- By output type: relay (MR) — switching up to 2A AC/DC, transistor (MT) — fast switching for stepper motors
- By I/O count: from 10 (FX1S-10) to 128 (FX3U-128) discrete points, expandable with modules
Warranty and Support
All Mitsubishi Electric controllers are supplied with official manufacturer warranty. We provide technical consultation for configuration selection, assistance with expansion module and communication adapter choices. Delivery across Ukraine via Nova Poshta in 1-3 days. Bank transfer payment available for businesses. Custom terms and priority support for large-scale projects.
