Digital-Analog

Converter Module

Mitsubishi

General-Purpose PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER

User’s Manual

(Hardware)

Q62DAN

Q64DAN

Q68DAVN

Q68DAIN

Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi general-purpose programmable logic controller MELSEC-Q Series

Prior to use, please read this manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the product.

Mitsubishi Programmable

Logic Controller

MODEL

MODEL

CODE

Q-D/A-N-U-H/W

13JP80

IB(NA)-0800321-A(0508)MEE

2005 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

z SAFETY PRECAUTIONS z

(Read these precautions before using.)

When using Mitsubishi equipment, thoroughly read this manual and the associated manuals introduced in the manual. Also pay careful attention to safety and handle the module properly.

These precautions apply only to Mitsubishi equipment. Refer to the user’s manual of the CPU module to use for a description of the PLC system safety precautions.

These "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" classify the safety precautions into two categories: "DANGER" and "CAUTION".

DANGER

Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition and cause death or serious injury, if not carried out properly.

CAUTION

Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition and cause superficial to medium injury, or physical damage only, if not carried out properly.

Depending on circumstances, procedures indicated by CAUTION may also be linked to serious results.

In any case, it is important to follow the directions for usage.

Store this manual in a safe place so that you can take it out and read it whenever necessary. Always forward it to the end user.

[DESIGN PRECAUTIONS]

CAUTION

z Do not bunch the control wires or communication cables with the main circuit or power wires, or install them close to each other.

They should be installed 100 mm (3.94 inch) or more from each other.

Not doing so could result in noise that may cause malfunction.

z At power ON/OFF, voltage or current may instantaneously be output from the output terminal of this module. In such case, wait until the analog output becomes stable to start controlling the external device.

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[INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS]

CAUTION

z Use the PLC in an environment that meets the general specifications given in the User's Manual of the CPU module being used.

Using this PLC in an environment outside the range of the general specifications may cause electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to or deterioration of the product.

z When installing the module, securely insert the module fixing tabs into the mounting holes of the base unit while pressing the installation lever located a t the bottom of the module downward.

Improper installation may result in malfunction , breakdown or the module coming loose and dropping.

Securely fix the module with screws if it is subject to vibration during use.

z Tighten the screws within the range of specified torque.

If the screws are loose, it may cause the module to fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.

If the screws are tightened too much, it may cause damage to the screw and/or the module, resulting in fallout, short circuits or malfunction.

z Be sure to shut off all phases of the external power supply used by the system before mounting or removing the module.

Not doing so may cause damage to the module.

z Do not directly touch the conductive area or electronic components of the module.

Doing so may cause malfunction or failure in the module.

[WIRING PRECAUTIONS]

CAUTION

z Always ground the FG terminal for the PLC.

There is a risk of electric shock or malfunction.

z When turning on the power and operating the module after wiring is completed, always attach the terminal cover that comes with the product.

There is a risk of electric shock if the terminal cover is not attached.

z Tighten the terminal screws within the range of specified torque.

If the terminal screws are loose, it may result in short circuits or malfunction.

If the terminal screws are tightened too much, it may cause damage to the screw and/or the module, resulting in short circuits or malfunction.

z Be careful not to let foreign matters such as sawdust or wire chips get inside the module.

These may cause fires, failure or malfunction.

z The top surface of the module is covered with protective film to prevent foreign objects such as cable offcuts from entering the module when wiring.

Do not remove this film until the wiring is complete.

Before operating the system, be sure to remove the film to provide adequate heat ventilation.

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REVISIONS

Print Date

The manual number is given on the bottom right of the top cover.

*Manual Number

Aug.,2005 IB(NA)-0800321-A First edition

Revision

This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor dose it confer any patent licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.

 2005 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

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CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................. A-1

REVISIONS ................................................................................................... A-3

CONTENTS ................................................................................................... A-4

About the Manuals ......................................................................................... A-4

Conformance to the EMC Directive/Low Voltage Directive ............................. A-4

1. OVERVIEW....................................................................................................1

2. SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................2

3. PART NAMES................................................................................................4

4. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................................6

5. WIRING..........................................................................................................6

5.1 Wiring Precautions....................................................................................6

5.2 External Wiring .........................................................................................7

5.3 Switch setting for intelligent functional module..........................................9

6. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS...........................................................................11

About the Manuals

The following manuals are related to this product.

Referring to this list, please request the necessary manuals.

Detailed Manual

Manual Number

(Model Code)

Manual Name

Digital-Analog Converter Module User's Manual

Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q62DA/

Q64DA/Q68DAV/Q68DAI/GX Configurator-DA

(SW2D5C-QDAU-E)

SH-080054

(13JR02)

Conformance to the EMC Directive/Low Voltage Directive

When incorporating the Mitsubishi PLC into other machinery or equipment and keeping compliance with the EMC and low voltage directives, refer to Chapter

3, "EMC Directives and Low Voltage Directives" of the User's Manual

(Hardware) included with the CPU module or base unit used.

The CE logo is printed on the rating plate on the main body of the PLC that conforms to the EMC directive and low voltage instruction.

By making this product conform to the EMC directive and low voltage instruction, it is not necessary to make those steps individually.

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1. Overview

This manual explains specifications and the names of the components for the following modules which are used in combination with the MELSEC-Q Series

CPU module.

• the Q62DAN type D/A converter module (hereafter Q62DAN)

• the Q64DAN type D/A converter module (hereafter Q64DAN)

• the Q68DAVN type D/A converter module (hereafter Q68DAVN)

• the Q68DAIN type D/A converter module (hereafter Q68DAIN)

In this manual, the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN and Q68DAIN are referred to as D/A converter modules.

After unpacking, confirm that the following products are enclosed.

Model code

Q62DAN

Q64DAN

Q68DAVN

Q68DAIN

Product name

Q62DAN Model Digital-Analog Converter module

Q64DAN Model Digital-Analog Converter module

Q68DAVN Model Digital-Analog Converter module

FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting

Q68DAIN Model Digital-Analog Converter module

FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting

Quantity

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

2. Specifications

The specifications for the D/A converter module are shown in the following table.

For general specifications, refer to the operation manual for the CPU module being used.

Model name

Item

Number of analog output points

Digital input

Analog output

Voltage

Current

Q62DAN Q64DAN Q68DAVN Q68DAIN

2 points

(2 channels)

4 points

(4 channels)

8 points

(8 channels)

16-bit signed binary (normal resolution mode: -4096 to 4095, high resolution mode: -12288 to 12287, -16384 to 16383)

–10 to 10 V DC (External load resistance value: 1 k to 1M )

—

0 to 20 mA DC

(External load resistance value: 0 to 600 )

—

0 to 20 mA DC

(External load resistance value:

0 to 600 )

I/O characteristics,

Maximum resolution

Analog output range

Voltage

Current

0 to 5V

1 to 5V

-10 to

10V

User range setting

0 to

20 mA

4 to

20 mA

User range setting

Normal resolution mode

Digital input value

Maximum resolution

1.25 mV

0 to

4000

1.0 mV

-4000 to

4000

0 to

4000

-4000 to

4000

2.5 mV

0.75 mV

5

4

1.5

A

A

A

High resolution mode

Digital input value

Maximum resolution

0 to

12000

0.416

mV

0.333

mV

-16000 to

16000

-12000 to

12000

0.625

mV

0.333

mV

1.66 A

0 to

12000

1.33 A

-12000 to

12000

0.83 A

Accuracy

(Accuracy in respect to maximum analog output value)

Ambient temperature

25 ± 5 °C

Ambient temperature

0 to 55 °C

Conversion speed

Absolute Voltage maximum output Current

E

2

PROM write count

Output short circuit protection

Within ± 0.1 % (Voltage: ±10 mV, Current: ± 20

Within ± 0.3 % (Voltage: ± 30 mV, Current: ± 60

21 mA

± 12 V

80 s/channel

—

Max. 100 thousand times

Available

A)

A)

—

21 mA

2

Item

Dielectric withstand voltage

Insulation resistance

I/O occupied points

Connected terminals

Applicable wire size

Applicable solderless terminal

Internal current consumption (5 V DC)

Weight

Model name

Insulation method

External supply power

Q62DAN Q64DAN Q68DAVN Q68DAIN

Between the I/O terminal and PLC power supply : Photocoupler isolation

Between output channels : No isolation

Between external supply power and analog output : Transformer isolation

Between the I/O terminal and PLC power supply : 500VAC for 1 minute

Between external supply power and analog output : 500VAC for 1 minute

Between the I/O terminal and PLC power supply : 500VDC 20M or more

Between external supply power and analog output : 500VDC 20M or more

16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)

18-points terminal block

0.3 to 0.75 mm

2

R1.25-3

(A solderless terminal with sleeve cannot be used)

FG terminal:

R1.25-3, 1.25-YS3, RAV1.25-3,

V1.25-YS3A

Other terminals than FG:

R1.25-3 (A solderless terminal with sleeve cannot be used)

Inrush current:

2.5 A, within 250

0.15 A s

24 V DC + 20 %, – 15 %

Ripple, spike 500 mV P-P or less

Inrush current:

2.5 A, within 260 s

0.24 A

Inrush current:

2.5 A, within 230

0.20 A s

Inrush current:

2.5 A, within 230

0.27 A s

0.33 A 0.34 A 0.38 A 0.38 A

0.19 kg 0.20 kg 0.20 kg 0.20 kg

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3. Part Names

This section explains the names of the components for the D/A conversion module.

1)

2)

3)

Q6 DAN

RUN

ERROR

IN 24VDC

(FG)

D/A

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

9

10

7

8

5

6

1

2

3

4

Terminal number

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

7

8

5

6

3

4

1

2

Signal name

Q62DAN Q64DAN

CH1

V+

COM

I+

Vacant

CH2

V+

COM

I+

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

Vacant

24 V

24 G

FG

CH1

V+

COM

I+

Vacant

CH2

V+

COM

I+

Vacant

CH3

V+

COM

I+

Vacant

V+

CH4 COM

I+

1)

2)

3)

4)

Q68DA N

RUN

ERROR

IN 24VDC

11

12

13

14

15

8

9

10

16

17

18

1

2

3

6

7

4

5

FG

Terminal number

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

6

7

4

5

1

2

3

Signal name

Q68DAVN Q68DAIN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

COM

V+

COM

V+

COM

V+

COM

V+

COM

V+

COM

V+

COM

V+

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

V+

COM

24 V

24 G

CH8

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

COM

I+

4

Number

1)

2)

3)

4)

Name

RUN LED

ERROR LED

External power supply terminal

FG terminal

Description

Displays the operating status of the D/A converter module.

On : Normal operation

Flashing : During offset/gain setting mode

Off : 5V power supply interrupted or watch dog timer error

Displays the error status of the D/A converter module.

On

Off

: Error

: Normal operation

Flashing : Error in switch settings

Switch No. 5 of the intelligent function module has been set to a value other than "0".

This is the terminal for connecting the 24 V DC external power supply.

Terminal for frame ground

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4. Handling Precautions

(1) Do not drop the module or cause it to receive strong impact.

(2) Tighten the terminal screws for the module to the specified torque shown below.

Insufficient tightening torque could result in shorts, failures or malfunction.

Screw location

Module mounting screw (M3 screw)

Terminal block terminal screw (M3 screw)

Terminal block mounting screw (M3.5 screw)

FG terminal screw (M3 screw) *

* Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN only

Tightening torque

0.36 to 0.48 N·m

0.42 to 0.58 N·m

0.66 to 0.89 N·m

0.42 to 0.58 N·m

5. Wiring

5.1 Wiring precautions

In order to optimize the functions of the D/A converter module and ensure system reliability, external wiring that is protected from noise is required.

Please observe the following precautions for external wiring:

(1) Use separate cables for the AC control circuit and the external input signals of the D/A converter module to avoid the influence of the AC side surges and inductions.

(2) Do not mount the cables close to or bundle them with the main circuit line, a high-voltage cable or a load cable from other than the PLC. This may increase the effects of noise, surges and induction.

(3) Perform a one-point grounding for shielded lines and the shields of sealed cables.

(4) A solderless terminal with insulating sleeve cannot be used for the terminal block. Covering the cable- connection portion of the solderless terminal with a marked tube or an insulation tube is recommended.

Point

When using Q68DAVN or Q68DAIN, If it is difficult to wire FG terminals due to the limited installation space, use FG terminal L-shaped metal fitting.

6

5.2 External wiring

(1) For Q62DAN and Q64DAN

(a) For voltage output

D/A conversion

+15 V

A.G

--15V

DC/DC converter

+24 V

Filter

V+

COM

*1

24V

24G

24 V DC

FG

*2

Motor drive module, etc.

GND

1 k

Ω to

1 M

Ω

A.G

(b) For current output

D/A conversion

+15V

+24V

Filter

I+

COM

*1

24V

24G

FG

24 V DC

*2

Motor drive module, etc.

GND

0

Ω to

600

Ω

A.G

–15V

DC/DC converter

A.G

*1 Use a twisted two core shielded wire for the power wire.

*2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to

0.47 F25V condenser between the V+/I+ terminal and COM.

7

(2) For Q68DAVN

D/A conversion

+15 V

A.G

--15 V

DC/DC converter

+24 V

Filter

V+

COM

*1

24V

24G

FG

24 V DC

*2

Motor drive module, etc.

GND

1 k

Ω to

1 M

Ω

A.G

(3) For Q68DAIN

D/A conversion

+15V

DC/DC converter

+24V

Filter

I+

COM

*1

24V

24G

FG

24 V DC

*2

Motor drive module, etc.

GND

0

Ω to

600

Ω

A.G

–15V

A.G

*1 Use a twisted two core shielded wire for the power wire.

*2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to

0.47 F25V condenser between the V+/I+ terminal and COM.

8

5.3 Switch setting for intelligent functional module

The settings for the intelligent function module are performed using the I/O allocation settings for the GX Developer. When the intelligent function module switches are not set, the default value for switches 1 to 5 is 0.

Setting item

Switch 1

Switch 2

Output range setting

(CH1 to CH4)

CH4CH3CH2CH1

H

Output range setting

(CH5 to CH8)

Analog output range

4 to 20 mA

0 to 20 mA

1 to 5 V

0 to 5 V

– 10 to 10 V

User range setting

Output range setting value

0H*

1

1H

2H

3H

4H

FH

CH8CH7CH6CH5

H

For Q62DAN and Q64DAN

CH4CH3CH2CH1

H

Switch 3

For Q68DAVN and Q68DAIN b15

0 to b8

0 b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0

CH8CH7CH6CH5CH4CH3CH2CH1

HOLD/CLEAR function setting

0 H : CLEAR

1 to F H

(numeric value other than 0

H

)*

: HOLD

HOLD/CLEAR function setting

0 : CLEAR

1 : HOLD

H

Switch 4

00

H

01 to FF

H

(numeric

: Normal mode (non-synchronized) value other than 00

H

)* : Synchronized output mode

0

H

1 to F

H

(numeric

: Normal resolution mode value other than 0

H

)* : High resolution mode

0

H

: Normal mode (D/A conversion processing)

1 to F

H

(numeric value other than 0

H

)* : Offset/gain setting mode

Switch 5 0 : Fixed

* Setting any value within the setting range will provide the same operation.

When the setting range is 1 to F H , set 1 for example.

9

Point

(1) Depending on the type of module used, the settings for D/A module output range are shown below.

• Q62DAN, Q64DAN .... 0

H

to 4

H

, F

H

• Q68DAVN .................. 0

H

, 2

H

to 4

H

, F

H

1: When the setting is 0

H

, the output operating range swill be 1 to 5 V.

• Q68DAIN.................... 0

H

, 1

H

, F

H

(2) For Q62DAN and Q64DAN, leave the switch2 vacant.

(3) For Q68DAVN and Q68DAIN, the switch 3 will set in binary.

Setting will be easy if the input format is changed to binary number.

Example) For setting CH3, CH5 and CH8 to HOLD.

Input format

Setting value

Binary

10010100

Hexadecimal

94 H

(4) If the offset/gain setting mode is set using intelligent function module switch 4, other settings by switch 4 (settings for resolution mode and synchronous output mode) will be ignored.

(5) Perform the offset/gain settings after checking the RUN LED flashes in offset/gain setting mode. If the RUN LED does not flash, check to see if the switch 4 setting is correct.

(6) Since the analog output value will differ considerably, depending on the resolution mode setting, thoroughly check the settings for the intelligent function module switches before performing the analog output processing.

Example) Analog output value when the setting range is -10 to 10V and the digital input value is set to 4000.

Analog output value

High resolution mode

About 2.5 V

Normal resolution mode

About 10.0 V

10

6. External Dimensions

(1) Q62DAN

(2) Q64DAN

90 (3.54)

112 (4.41)

90 (3.54)

112 (4.41)

11

Q62DAN

RUN

ERROR

7

8

9

5

6

3

4

1

2

14

15

16

17

10

11

12

13

18

27.4 (1.08)

Unit: mm (in.)

Q64DAN

RUN

ERROR

15

16

17

18

11

12

13

14

7

8

9

10

3

4

5

6

1

2

27.4 (1.08)

Unit: mm (in.)

(3) Q68DAVN

Q68DAVN

RUN

ERROR

11

12

13

8

9

10

5

6

3

4

7

1

2

14

15

16

17

18

M3 screw (accessory)

63 (2.48)

71.5 (2.81)

90 (3.54)

112 (4.41)

M3 screw (accessory)

FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting

(accessory)

27.4 (1.08)

Unit: mm (in.)

(4) Q68DAIN

M3 screw (accessory)

63 (2.48)

71.5 (2.81)

90 (3.54)

112 (4.41)

12

M3 screw (accessory)

FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting

(accessory)

Q68DAIN

RUN

ERROR

C

H

1

I +

COM

C

H

2

I +

COM

C

H

3

I +

COM

C

H

4

I +

COM

C

H

5

I +

COM

C

H

6

I +

COM

C

H

7

I +

COM

C

H

8

I +

COM

I N 24VDC

4

5

6

1

2

3

7

8

9

10

14

15

16

11

12

13

17

18

FG

27.4 (1.08)

Unit: mm (in.)

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For safe use y This product has been manufactured as a general-purpose part for general industries, and has not been designed or manufactured to be incorporated in a device or system used in purposes related to human life.

y Before using the product for special purposes such as nuclear power, electric power, aerospace, medicine or passenger movement vehicles, consult with Mitsubishi.

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