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Smarter equipment
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Explore four MELSEC series, from compact machines to modular systems, and compare their control architectures.

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MELSEC MX / MX-RMELSEC MX-R 控制器
SequenceMotionNetwork
MELSEC MXMELSEC iQ-RMELSEC-QMELSEC iQ-FComparison ↗

FOUR SERIES / ONE CONTROL PORTFOLIO

Different architectures for different applications

Start with control tasks and expansion requirements, then select the CPU, modules and network configuration.

01Integrated control

MELSEC MX

Sequence, motion and network control in one controller platform.

  • Sequence + motion + network

    Multicore processing coordinates the three control functions for multi-axis equipment.

  • MX-R / MX-F architectures

    MX-R uses iQ-R modules; MX-F uses compatible iQ-F expansion modules.

  • Engineering and diagnostics

    GX Works3 engineering and operation recording, subject to model and options.

Selection consideration

Projects that require coordinated machine logic and multi-axis motion.

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02Modular system control

MELSEC iQ-R

A scalable control system built around a modular, multi-CPU architecture.

  • Multiple CPU coordination

    Combine PLC, motion and C controller CPUs for specialized tasks.

  • Dedicated modules

    Configure digital I/O, analog, temperature and network modules.

  • Engineering and synchronization

    GX Works3 configuration and inter-module synchronization with compatible modules.

Selection consideration

Systems with varied I/O, complex control tasks and modular expansion.

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03Established modular platform

MELSEC-Q

Multiple CPU options and a broad module range for existing control systems.

  • CPU options

    Select PLC, process, motion or C controller CPUs for the application.

  • Modular expansion

    Base units accommodate I/O, analog, temperature and communication modules.

  • Existing engineering projects

    GX Works2 is the main PLC engineering tool. Check CPU, module and program compatibility for upgrades.

Selection consideration

Maintenance, spare parts and upgrade assessment for existing Q systems.

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04Compact machine control

MELSEC iQ-F

A compact PLC platform for standalone and networked machines.

  • Compact with built-in functions

    FX5 CPUs offer built-in functions and I/O expansion, varying by model.

  • Positioning and motion expansion

    Positioning control with dedicated motion or positioning modules for additional requirements.

  • Parameterized engineering

    GX Works3 parameters and module function blocks support machine development.

Selection consideration

Compact machines focused on sequence and positioning control.

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SERIES COMPARISON

Four series at a glance

Series-level comparison. Application considerations are guidance; performance, axes and functions depend on the CPU, modules and options.

ComparisonMELSEC MXMELSEC iQ-RMELSEC-QMELSEC iQ-F
ArchitectureIntegrated sequence, motion and networkModular / multiple CPUModular / multiple CPUCompact / expansion modules
ExpansionMX-R: iQ-R; MX-F: iQ-FBase units and dedicated modulesBase units and function modulesI/O and function expansion modules
Motion controlIntegrated motion controlMotion CPU / compatible modulesMotion CPU / compatible modulesPositioning / compatible motion modules
PLC engineeringGX Works3GX Works3GX Works2GX Works3
Selection considerationsCoordinated logic and multi-axis motionComplex systems and modular expansionExisting system maintenance and upgradesCompact machines and positioning
Four inputs for your selection

I/O and signal types · Motion axes and synchronization · Networks · Cabinet space and expansion plans

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Turn control requirements into a practical configuration

Discuss your machine, I/O, axes and networks with our engineers.

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