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What is FLEX?

■ What is FLEX? ● Control by I/O ● Control from a ● Control by Serial ● Control by FA
Computer or Communication Network
FLEX is the collective name for products Touch Screen
CPU Positioning
that support I/O control, Modbus (RTU) Power Module Not Power CPU Power CPU
Supply I/O Required Supply Serial Supply FA Network
control, and FA network control via network Communication Unit
Unit
converters. These products enable simple
connection and simple control, and shorten
the total lead time for system construction.
The logo in the series name indicates
Network
the applicable products. Converter
(Sold
separately)
I/O Signal Modbus (RTU) Modbus (RTU) RS-485
■ Advantages

Because operation data is set and stored in
FLEX-Compatible Products
the driver (positioning function is built-in), a
PLC positioning module is not required, and A driver capable of setting the travel amount and speed (Same function
as PLC positioning unit)
system confi guration is simple for multi-axis
[Data Setting Method] ● Set from FA networks through a network converter

control. ● Setting can be done by data setting software or RS-485
communication.

A Tool to Make All Data Setting Easy

Easy to use, even for people
with no electrical design
● Support Software MEXE02 (Free Download) experience
Fundamental settings, such as editing operation data and parameter settings, can be performed
easily from a computer.
Sequence control is possible, which allows for easy system confi guration without a host sequence.
This is a function that allows the
traveling amount, speed, etc.
to be displayed and input in the
designated units

Simplifi ed program with
simple sequence function

Settings can be copied and
backed up
Easy to understand and easy to use Teaching can be Built-in waveform monitor that
Intuitive usability performed from a PC can check signal input status

● Control Module OPX-2A (Sold Separately) ● Touch Screen (Commercially Available)
Startup data setting and operation checks can be Operating data can be directly overwritten from the
performed, even without a computer. Suitable for on-site I/O touch screen normally used for monitoring. This is
check operation monitoring and setting changes. useful for monitoring operation status and when settings
must be changed due to set-up changes.

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