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FX Series PLC User's Manual - Data Communication Edition
Inverter Communication
4 Wiring
4.3 Connection Cables
A
Common Items
B
N:N Network
C
Parallel Link
D
Computer Link
E
Inverter
Communication
F
Non-Protocol
Communication
(RS/RS2 Instruction)
G
Non-Protocol
Communication
(FX
2N
-232IF)
H
Programming
Communication
I
Remote
Maintenance
Apx.
Discontinued
models
4.3 Connection Cables
4.3.1 Ethernet (10BASE-T) cable
Ethernet cables used in the LAN wiring for a personal computer can be connected.
1. Selection procedure when purchasing
1) Cable type : Ethernet cable in accordance with 10BASE-T (Category 3 or 5)
2) Connection specifications : Straight type
3) Connector : RJ45 connector
2. Cautions on using commercial cables
Pay attention to the following point when purchasing commercial cables
• 5V DC is output to the PU connector in the inverters for supplying power to the PU.
It is necessary to cut pins No. 2 and 8 of commercial cables to prevent wiring to pins No. 2 and 8.
4.3.2 Twisted pair cable (recommended)
The table below shows recommended model names and manufacturers of cables used in wiring.
Use commercial three-pair type twisted pair cables of 0.3 mm
2
or more.
1. Recommended cable list
2. Cable structural drawing (reference)
3. Point of contact
For details on cables such as specifications and price, contact each cable manufacturer.
Manufacturer Model name Remarks
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
DPEV SB 0.3 × 3P
Three-pair cable of 0.3 mm
2
DPEV SB 0.5 × 3P
Three-pair cable of 0.5 mm
2
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. D-KPEV-SB 0.5 × 3P
Three-pair cable of 0.5 mm
2
Three-pair cable structural
drawing example