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Mitsubishi FX5-8AD
by Mitsubishi Electric
Read verified buyer reviews ↓OverviewElevate your industrial automation capabilities with the Mitsubishi Electric FX5-8AD, an advanced 8-channel analog input unit engineered for seamless integration with MELSEC iQ-F FX5U and FX5UC programmable logic controller systems. This module is designed to provide exceptional accuracy in analog signal acquisition, featuring a high-resolution 16-bit converter. Supporting both standard voltage (0–10V) and current (4–20mA) input types, the FX5-8AD offers extensive versatility for a broad range of demanding industrial measurement, control, and monitoring applications. Experience robust performance and dependable data capture essential for optimizing processes and improving system efficiency.Key Features 8 High-Precision Analog Inputs: Capture data from numerous sensors concurrently, optimizing your system design. Versatile Input Compatibility: Accommodates both 0–10V DC and 4–20mA DC, supporting diverse sensor outputs without extra conversion hardware. Superior 16-bit Resolution: Ensures highly accurate and granular analog-to-digital conversion for vital measurements. Individual Channel Configuration: Provides flexible input mode selection for each channel, enabling customized application setups. Compact DIN Rail Mounting: Facilitates simple and space-saving installation within industrial control panels. Real-time LED Indicators: Offers immediate visual feedback on input status, aiding in rapid diagnostics and system oversight. Rapid Response Time: Delivers dependable and swift signal acquisition, crucial for dynamic industrial processes and real-time control. Technical Specifications Model: FX5-8AD Series Compatibility: Exclusively for the MELSEC iQ-F FX5U and FX5UC PLC series. Voltage Input Range: 0–10V DC (Input impedance: ≥ 200 kΩ), ensuring compatibility with a wide array of voltage-output sensors. Current Input Range: 4–20mA DC (Input impedance: approximately 250 Ω), ideal for robust, interference-resistant current-loop field devices. Conversion Speed: Approximately 0.7 ms per channel, ensuring efficient and timely data processing for demanding applications. Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C, maintaining performance reliability in typical industrial environments. Weight: Approximately 0.25 kg (0.55 lbs), contributing to lighter and more manageable control panel designs. Mounting: Standard DIN rail mounting for secure and straightforward integration. Certifications: CE and UL certified, guaranteeing compliance with essential safety and quality standards for international deployment. Applications Industrial Process Monitoring: Precisely monitor and regulate critical parameters in manufacturing, chemical processing, and other industries. Analog Sensor Integration: Ideal for connecting a variety of analog sensors measuring pressure, flow, liquid level, temperature, and more. Factory Automation Systems: Enhance the capabilities of automated production lines by incorporating precise analog data acquisition. Equipment Diagnostics: Collect thorough analog data for predictive maintenance, fault detection, and performance analysis of machinery. Data Acquisition and Logging: Implement robust systems for collecting, storing, and analyzing analog process data to improve decision-making and ensure compliance. Why ChooseThe Mitsubishi Electric FX5-8AD is an excellent choice for expanding the analog input capabilities of your FX5U/FX5UC PLC system. Its precision measurement, supported by 16-bit resolution, guarantees the accuracy required for critical industrial applications. The module's flexible input support for both voltage and current signals eliminates the necessity for multiple specialized modules, simplifying procurement and inventory. Beyond its technical strengths, the FX5-8AD offers scalable integration, allowing you to seamlessly expand your control system as operational needs evolve. Designed to meet the challenges of modern industrial control environments, its compact and reliable construction ensures long-term performance.Order NowReady to upgrade your system? Add the Mitsubishi Electric FX5-8AD to your setup today for enhanced data acquisition and control.FAQWhat PLC series is the FX5-8AD compatible with?The FX5-8AD is exclusively designed for the MELSEC iQ-F FX5U and FX5UC PLC series.What input types does the module support?It supports both 0–10V DC and 4–20mA DC input types, offering broad compatibility with various industrial sensors.What is the resolution of the analog-to-digital converter?The FX5-8AD features a high-resolution 16-bit converter for precise signal acquisition.How is the module mounted?It utilizes standard DIN rail mounting for secure and straightforward integration into control panels.What are the primary applications for this module?It is ideal for industrial process monitoring, analog sensor integration, factory automation, equipment diagnostics, and data acquisition/logging.
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Mitsubishi FX5-8AD
Overview
This is a genuine Mitsubishi Electric component from the MELSEC PLCs family. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.
Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.
Key Features
- Genuine Mitsubishi Electric catalog part
- Tested before shipment
- Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
- Cross-reference and revision assistance available
- Compatible with the broader Mitsubishi Electric automation ecosystem
- Engineered to integrate inside MELSEC PLCs installations
Compatibility
When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your Mitsubishi Electric equipment. Where applicable, confirm:
- Input/output voltage and current rating
- Communication protocol and network role
- Mounting form factor and footprint
- Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
- Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)
Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.
Replacement Information
Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:
- Exact replacement — same Mitsubishi Electric catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
- Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
- Engineered migration — current-generation Mitsubishi Electric platform with documented conversion notes for the MELSEC PLCs family
Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.
Technical Specifications
- Model: FX5-8AD
- Series Compatibility: Exclusively for the MELSEC iQ-F FX5U and FX5UC PLC series.
- Voltage Input Range: 0–10V DC (Input impedance: ≥ 200 kΩ), ensuring compatibility with a wide array of voltage-output sensors.
- Current Input Range: 4–20mA DC (Input impedance: approximately 250 Ω), ideal for robust, interference-resistant current-loop field devices.
- Conversion Speed: Approximately 0.7 ms per channel, ensuring efficient and timely data processing for demanding applications.
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C, maintaining performance reliability in typical industrial environments.
- Weight: Approximately 0.25 kg (0.55 lbs), contributing to lighter and more manageable control panel designs.
- Mounting: Standard DIN rail mounting for secure and straightforward integration.
- Certifications: CE and UL certified, guaranteeing compliance with essential safety and quality standards for international deployment.
Applications
- Industrial Process Monitoring: Precisely monitor and regulate critical parameters in manufacturing, chemical processing, and other industries.
- Analog Sensor Integration: Ideal for connecting a variety of analog sensors measuring pressure, flow, liquid level, temperature, and more.
- Factory Automation Systems: Enhance the capabilities of automated production lines by incorporating precise analog data acquisition.
- Equipment Diagnostics: Collect thorough analog data for predictive maintenance, fault detection, and performance analysis of machinery.
- Data Acquisition and Logging: Implement robust systems for collecting, storing, and analyzing analog process data to improve decision-making and ensure compliance.
Why Choose the FX5-8AD?
The Mitsubishi Electric FX5-8AD is an excellent choice for expanding the analog input capabilities of your FX5U/FX5UC PLC system. Its precision measurement, supported by 16-bit resolution, guarantees the accuracy required for critical industrial applications. The module's flexible input support for both voltage and current signals eliminates the necessity for multiple specialized modules, simplifying procurement and inventory. Beyond its technical strengths, the FX5-8AD offers scalable integration, allowing you to seamlessly expand your control system as operational needs evolve. Designed to meet the challenges of modern industrial control environments, its compact and reliable construction ensures long-term performance.
Availability & Shipping
- ▸In stock: FX5-8AD ready for immediate dispatch from our Florida warehouse.
- ▸Free USA shipping: FedEx Priority (2–5 business days) and UPS Ground (3–5 business days). Expedited options available at checkout.
- ▸Worldwide delivery: FedEx International Priority (1–5 days), UPS International Priority (3–5 days), and USPS International (5–10 days) — rates calculated at checkout.
- ▸Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
- ▸Buy with confidence: Every FX5-8AD ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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