YOKOGAWA FA-M3 Embedded Machine Controller

YOKOGAWA FA-M3 Embedded Machine Controller

Core system configuration

（1） System architecture

1. Basic components

Core components: Basic module, power module, CPU module, I/O module, special module (analog, communication, positioning, etc.), expansion module (fiber FA bus, Ethernet, etc.)

Topology structure: Main unit (No. 0, including 1 main CPU module, supporting up to 3 extended CPU modules)+Slave units (No. 1-7, without CPU modules), supporting a maximum of 8192 I/O points per system

Expansion methods: Fiber FA bus type 2 module (single segment up to 500m), FA bus type 2 module (shielded twisted pair, up to 70m)

2. Module installation restrictions

The power module must be installed in the leftmost slot

The main CPU module is installed in slot 1, and slots 2-4 can accommodate expansion CPU modules or I/O modules

When installing multiple CPU modules, I/O modules cannot be inserted between CPU modules

A single main unit can install up to 4 CPU modules (1 main CPU+3 expansion CPUs)

（2） Core module specifications

1. Basic module (slot carrier)

Model, number of slots, compatible with power module weight

F3BU04-0N 4 (1 power supply+3 I/O/CPU) F3PU10/16 series 150g

F3BU06-0N 6 (1 power supply+5 I/O/CPU) F3PU10/16 series 210g

F3BU05-0D 5 (1 power supply+4 I/O/CPU) F3PU20/26/30/36 series 210g

F3BU09-0N 9 (1 power supply+8 I/O/CPU) F3PU20/26/30/36 series 340g

F3BU13-0N 13 (1 power supply+12 I/O/CPU) F3PU20/26/30/36 series 470g

F3BU16-0N 16 (1 power supply+15 I/O/CPU) F3PU20/26/30/36 series 550g

2. Power module (power core)

Divided into two categories: AC input and DC input, the core specifications are as follows:

Type Model Series Input Voltage Rated Output Compatible Basic Module

AC input F3PU10-0N/0S 100-240V AC 5V DC, 2.0A F3BU04/06

AC input F3PU20-0N/0S 100-240V AC 5V DC, 4.3A F3BU05/09/13/16

AC input F3PU30-0N/0S 100-240V AC 5V DC, 6.0A F3BU05/09/13/16

DC input F3PU16-0N/0S 24V DC 5V DC, 2.0A F3BU04/06

DC input F3PU26-0N/0S 24V DC 5V DC, 4.3A F3BU05/09/13/16

DC input F3PU36-0N/0S 24V DC 5V DC, 6.0A F3BU05/09/13/16

Key features: Supports 20ms instantaneous power-off tolerance, leakage current ≤ 3.5mA (AC type), insulation resistance ≥ 5M Ω, with FAIL signal contact output (24V DC, 0.3A)

3. CPU module (control core)

Covering four major categories: sequential CPU, BASIC CPU, OS free CPU, and IEC61131-3 CPU, with core parameter examples:

Type Model Example Program Capacity Basic Instruction Execution Time Core Functions

Sequence CPU F3SP21-0N 10K ladder step 0.18-0.36 μ s/step basic logic control

Sequential CPU F3SP59-7S 254K trapezoidal step 0.0175-0.07 μ s/step large capacity high-speed control

BASIC CPU F3BP30-0N 510KB BASIC - Supports BASIC programming language

OS free CPU F3RP70-2L - No operating system, flexible customization

IEC61131-3 CPU F3NP5 □□□□ - Compatible with IEC61131-3 standard

Expansion features: Some models support network functions (Ethernet, PROFIBUS-DP), ROM package expansion storage

4. I/O module (signal interaction)

Covering three major categories: digital quantity, analog quantity, and special functions, the core sub modules are as follows:

Digital input module: F3XH04-3N (high-speed 4-point), F3XA08-1N (AC 8-point), F3XD series (DC 8-64 points, supporting drain/source input)

Digital output module: F3YA08-2N (bidirectional thyristor 8-point), F3YC series (relay output), F3YD series (transistor output, with short-circuit protection)

Analog module: F3AD series (input 4-8 points, 12-16 bit accuracy), F3DA series (output 2-8 points, 12-16 bit accuracy)

Special modules: F3CT series (temperature control), F3XP series (high-speed counter), F3NC series (positioning control, supporting 1-15 axes)

Key features: Isolation method includes optocoupler/mechanical/transformer isolation, with a withstand voltage of 1500V AC (optocoupler/mechanical) or 500V AC (transformer)

5. Expansion and Communication Module

Communication modules: Ethernet (F3LE series, 10/100Mbps), PROFIBUS-DP (F3LB01-0N), DeviceNet (F3LD series) Modbus（F3LC31-2F）

Remote I/O modules: YHSLS main module (F3LH series, 12Mbps, up to 252 slave stations), fiber FA bus module (F3LR series, 10Mbps)

（3） Auxiliary components

ROM package: RK series, stores programs/data, supports 5K-254K ladder steps, compatible with serial CPUs and BASIC CPUs

Cable: Programming tool cable (KM11 series), fiber optic cable (KM60/KM61 series), terminal block cable (KM55 series)

Terminal blocks: TA40-0N (40 points, European type), TA50 series (40 points, DIN rail installation), TA60-0N (40 points, compact type)

Key technical parameters

（1） Environmental and physical parameters

Category specifications

Working temperature 0-55 ℃ (some modules require a narrower range), storage temperature -20-75 ℃

Relative humidity 10-90% RH (non condensing)

Installation requirements for indoor use, metal panel enclosure (protection level IK08 or above)

The highest altitude is 2000m

Anti vibration 10-57Hz amplitude 0.075mm, 57-150Hz acceleration 9.8m/s ² (10 times in X/Y/Z directions)

Anti impact acceleration of 147m/s ² (98m/s ² for DIN rail installation), 3 times in X/Y/Z directions each

（2） Electrical parameters

Power supply fluctuation: AC power supply 85-264V, DC power supply 15.6-31.2V