Mitsubishi Electric ERNT-ASLTX40 User manual

Mitsubishi Electric Programmable Controller
Renewal Tool
Conversion Adapter
Model
ERNT-ASLTX40
ERNT-ASLTX80
User’s Manual
50CM-D180176-E(1612)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 
(Always read these precautions prior to use.)
Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and pay full attention to safety to ensure that
the product is used correctly.
The precautions presented in this manual are concerned with this product only. For Programmable
Controller system safety precautions, refer to the user’s manual of the MELSEC-L series CPU module to
be used.
In this manual, the safety precautions are ranked as “WARNING” and “CAUTION.”
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in death or severe injury.
WARNING
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in medium or minor injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION
Note that failure to observe the CAUTION level instructions may lead to a serious consequence
according to the circumstances. Always follow the precautions of both levels because they are important
to personal safety.
Please keep this manual in an easy-to-access location for future reference, and be sure to provide the
manual to the end user.
[Precautions before using]
CAUTION
When making a switch from the MELSEC-AnS Series to the MELSEC-L Series, be sure to
consult user's manual supplied with individual module under the MELSEC-L Series to confirm
differences in various aspects including performance, function, CPU input/output signals and
buffer memory addresses between the two series.
[Installation Precautions]
CAUTION
Use the Conversion Adapter in the environmental conditions that are specified in the general
specification. If the Products are used in any environment beyond the bounds of the general
specification, electric shock, fire, malfunction, or damage to or degradation of the Products will
result.
Do not directly touch any conductive parts of Conversion Adapter. Contact will cause
malfunction or failure in the system.
Fasten the Conversion Adapter and the Mounting Bracket securely with retaining screws, and
tighten the screws by applying torque within specified limits. Loose screws can lead to the
dropping of the Conversion Adapter or Mounting Bracket, possibly causing breakage thereof.
Excessive tightness of the screws can lead to breakage of the screws, Conversion Adapter,
Mounting Bracket, or MELSEC-L Series Module, possibly causing the dropping, shorting, and
malfunction thereof.
Always check for correct match between MELSEC-L Series and the Conversion Adapter.
Incorrect match can cause damage to the MELSEC-L Series Module.
When installing the Conversion Adapter, take care not to get your hand snagged on the
Mounting Bracket or the like. Injury may result.
When installing or removing the MELSEC-L Series Module complete with a Converter
Adapter, be sure to hold it with both hands. Dropping may lead to breakage.
[Wiring Precautions]
WARNING
Before attempting to install the Unit or carry out the necessary wiring, make certain that the
external power supply, used in the system, is shut off on all three phases. Failure to do so may
result in electric shock or damage to the product.
After installation and wiring, close the terminal block cover before turning on the module for
operation. Failure to do so may result in electric shock.
[Wiring Precautions]
CAUTION
Carry out wiring for the Conversion Adapter correctly after checking the specification and
terminal arrangement for the module used. Connecting a power supply with a different voltage
rating or incorrect wiring may cause a fire or failure.
Tighten the MELSEC-AnS Series terminal installation screws and terminal screw securely by
applying torque within the specified limits. Loose screws will cause short circuit, fire or
malfunction. Excessive tightening will damage the screws or the Conversion Adapter which in
turn will cause dropping of parts, short circuit or malfunction.
Use care to prevent foreign materials including cuttings and wiring debris from entering the
Conversion Adapter or the MELSEC-L Series Module. These will be cause for fire, failure or
malfunction.
[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
WARNING
Do not touch live terminals. There is a danger of electric shock or malfunction.
Shut off the external power supply for the system in all phases before cleaning or
retightening the terminal screws. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or cause the
MELSEC-L Series module to fail or malfunction. Loose screws can lead to dropping,
shorting, and malfunction. Excessive tightness of the screws can lead to breakage of the
screws, Conversion Adapter, Mounting Bracket, or MELSEC-L Series Module, possibly
causing the dropping, shorting, and malfunction thereof.
CAUTION
Do not modify the Conversion Adapter or take it apart. Doing so will cause failure,
malfunction, personal injury, or fire.
Do not drop the Conversion Adapter and Mounting Bracket or do not give a strong impact
to it. This will cause damage.
[Disposal Precautions]
CAUTION
When disposing of the product, treat it as industrial waste.
EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES
Compliance to the EMC Directive, which is one of the EU Directives, has been a legal obligation
for the products sold in European countries since 1996 as well as the Low Voltage Directive
since 1997.
Manufacturers who recognize their products are compliant to the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives are required to declare that print a "CE mark" on their products.
Authorized representative in Europe
Authorized representative in Europe is shown below.
Name: Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V.
Address: Mitsubishi-Electric-Platz 1, 40882 Ratingen, Germany
1．Overview
This manual describes specifications, handling and other information about the Conversion Adapter
“ERNT-ASLTX40, ERNT-ASLTX80” available as Renewal Tools for the Mitsubishi Electric
Programmable Controller.
The Conversion Adapter is a product for effecting conversion to transcend difference in pin
assignment between the MELSEC-AnS Series and the MELSEC-L Series.
Before attempting to make a switch from MELSEC-AnS Series to MELSEC-L Series in your
installation, consult the user's manual supplied with individual module under the latter series to learn
about how they differ in various aspects including performance and function.
Once you have opened the packaging, verify that it contains the following products.
Product Shape Quantity
Conversion Adapter
1
Mounting bracket 1
Mounting bracket fixing screws (M3.5 x 6) 1
Terminal block cover
1
This manual －1
2．General Specifications
Item Specifications
Operating ambient
temperature 0 to 55℃(Maximum surrounding air temperature 55℃)
Storage ambient
temperature -25 to 75℃
Operating ambient
humidity 5 to 95%RH，non-condensing
Storage ambient
humidity
Vibration
resistance
Compliant with
JIS B 3502
and
IEC 61131-2
Frequency
Constant
acceleration
Half
amplitude Sweep count
Under
intermittent
vibration
5 to 8.4Hz －3.5mm
10 times each in
X, Y, Z directions
8.4 to 150H
z
9.8m/s2－
Under
continuous
vibration
5 to 8.4Hz －1.75mm
－
8.4 to 150H
z
4.9m/s2－
Shock resistance Compliant with JIS B 3502 and IEC 61131-2
(147 m/s2, 3 times each in 3 directions X, Y, Z)
Operating atmosphere No corrosive gases
Operating altitude *1 0 to 2000m
Installation location Inside a control panel
Overvoltage category *2 II or less
Pollution degree *3 2
*1：Do not use or store under pressure higher than the atmospheric pressure of altitude 0m.
*2：This indicates the section of the power supply to which the equipment is assumed to be connected between the
public electrical power distribution network and the machinery within premises.
Category II applies to equipment for which electrical power is supplied from fixed facilities.
*3：This index indicates the degree to which conductive material is generated in terms of the environment in which
the equipment is used.
Pollution level 2 is when only non-conductive pollution occurs. A temporary conductivity caused by condensing
must be expected occasionally.
3．Product Specifications
For detail specifications which do not appear in the specification comparison charts contained herein,
see the user's manual supplied with the MELSEC-L Series module you use. Those parts of the
specification that differ between the MELSEC-AnS Series and the MELSEC-L Series are where a switch
from the first series to the second is subjected to specification-related restrictions. Check the
specification of the devices to be connected for more details.
Furthermore, it is recommended to refer to the “Transition from MELSEC-AnS/QnAS (Small Type)
Series to L Series Handbook (Fundamentals): L (NA)-08258ENG” issued by Mitsubishi Electric.
3.1 ERNT-ASLTX40
Conversion Adapter
Model
Before replacement
MELSEC-AnS Series
Module Model
No. of
Input
points
After replacement
MELSEC-L Series
Module Model
Conversion
Adapter
Weight (g)
No. of
modules
ERNT-ASLTX40
A1SX40
A1SX40-S1
A1SX40-S2
16 LX40C6 1 75
Internal circuit diagram of ERNT-ASLTX40
A1SX40
A1SX40-S1
A1SX40-S2
Terminal Block
LX40C6
Terminal Block
TB2
TB4
TB6
TB8
TB10
TB12
TB14
TB16
TB18
TB20
TB1
TB3
TB5
TB7
TB9
TB11
TB13
TB15
TB17
TB19
Terminal
No.
TB1
TB2
TB3
TB5
TB6
TB7
TB8
TB9
TB10
TB11
TB12
TB13
TB14
TB15
TB16
TB17
TB18
TB19
TB20
TB4
Signal
Name
X00
X01
X02
X03
X04
X05
X06
X07
COM
X08
X09
X0A
X0B
X0C
X0D
X0E
X0F
Open
Open
COM
Terminal
No.
TB1
TB2
TB3
TB5
TB6
TB7
TB8
TB9
TB10
TB11
TB12
TB13
TB14
TB15
TB16
TB17
TB18
TB4
Signal
Name
X00
X01
X02
X03
X04
X05
X06
X07
X08
X09
X0A
X0B
X0C
X0D
X0E
X0F
COM
Open
TB2
TB4
TB6
TB8
TB10
TB12
TB14
TB16
TB18
TB1
TB3
TB5
TB7
TB9
TB11
TB13
TB15
TB17
24VDC
-+
12VDC
12VDC not
available
*1
Precautions for wiring
If your system is set to run on a rated input voltage of 12VDC when you make a switch from
A1SX40 to LX40C6, it must be reset to run on 24VDC.
< Specification Comparison >
Model
Specifications
MELSEC-AnS Series MELSEC-L Series
A1SX40
(Sink type)
A1SX40-S1
(Sink type)
A1SX40-S2
(Sink type)
LX40C6
(Positive common
/Negative common
available)
No. of input points 16 points 16 points 16 points
Isolation method Photocoupler isolation Photocoupler isolation Photocoupler
isolation
Rated input voltage 12VDC 24VDC 24VDC 24VDC
Rated input current Approx.
3mA
Approx.
7mA Approx.7mA 6mA TYP.
ON voltage
/ON current
8VDC or higher
/2mA or higher
14VDC or higher
/4mA or higher
14VDC or higher
/3.5mA or higher
15VDC or higher
/4mA or higher
OFF voltage
/OFF current
4VDC or lower
/1mA or lower
6.5VDC or lower
/1.7mA or lower
8VDC or lower
/2mA or lower
Input resistance Approx.3.3ｋΩApprox.3.3ｋΩ3.8ｋΩ
Response
time
OFF→ON 10ms or less
(24VDC)
0.1ms or less
(24VDC)
10ms or less
(24VDC) 1/5/10/20/70ms or less
ON→OFF 10ms or less
(24VDC)
0.2ms or less
(24VDC)
10ms or less
(24VDC) 1/5/10/20/70ms or less
Internal current consumption 50mA
(TYP. all points ON)
50mA
(TYP. all points ON)
90mA
(TYP. all points ON)
Wiring method for common 16 points, 1 common 16 points, 1 common 16 points, 1 common
External connection system 20-point terminal block 20-point terminal block 18-point terminal block
Make sure the section of the above table meets the specification of the machines and
equipment connected to the MELSEC-L Series module.
3.2 ERNT-ASLTX80
Conversion Adapter
Model
Before replacement
MELSEC-AnS Series
Module Model
No. of
Input
points
After replacement
MELSEC-L Series
Module Model
Conversion
Adapter
Weight (g)
No. of
modules
ERNT-ASLTX80
A1SX80
A1SX80-S1
A1SX80-S2
16 LX40C6 1 75
Internal circuit diagram of ERNT-ASLTX80
A1SX80
A1SX80-S1
A1SX80-S2
Terminal Block
LX40C6
Terminal Block
TB2
TB4
TB6
TB8
TB10
TB12
TB14
TB16
TB18
TB20
TB1
TB3
TB5
TB7
TB9
TB11
TB13
TB15
TB17
TB19
Terminal
No.
TB1
TB2
TB3
TB5
TB6
TB7
TB8
TB9
TB10
TB11
TB12
TB13
TB14
TB15
TB16
TB17
TB18
TB19
TB20
TB4
Signal
Name
X00
X01
X02
X03
X04
X05
X06
X07
COM
X08
X09
X0A
X0B
X0C
X0D
X0E
X0F
Open
Open
COM
Terminal
No.
TB1
TB2
TB3
TB5
TB6
TB7
TB8
TB9
TB10
TB11
TB12
TB13
TB14
TB15
TB16
TB17
TB18
TB4
Signal
Name
X00
X01
X02
X03
X04
X05
X06
X07
X08
X09
X0A
X0B
X0C
X0D
X0E
X0F
COM
Open
TB2
TB4
TB6
TB8
TB10
TB12
TB14
TB16
TB18
TB1
TB3
TB5
TB7
TB9
TB11
TB13
TB15
TB17
24VDC
-+
-+
12VDC
12VDC not
available
*1
Precautions for wiring
If your system is set to run on a rated input voltage of 12VDC when you make a switch from
A1SX80 to LX40C6, it must be reset to run on 24VDC.
< Specification Comparison >
Model
Specifications
MELSEC-AnS Series MELSEC-L Series
A1SX80
(Sink/Source
available)
A1SX80-S1
(Sink/Source
available)
A1SX80-S2
(Sink/Source
available)
LX40C6
(Positive common
/Negative common
available)
No. of input points 16 points 16 points 16 points
Isolation method Photocoupler isolation Photocoupler isolation Photocoupler isolation
Rated input voltage 12VDC 24VDC 24VDC 24VDC
Rated input current Approx.
3mA
Approx.
7mA Approx.7mA 6mA TYP.
ON voltage
/ON current
8VDC or higher
/2mA or higher
17VDC or higher
/5mA or higher
13VDC or higher
/3.5mA or higher
15VDC or higher
/4mA or higher
OFF voltage
/OFF current
4VDC or lower
/1mA or lower
5VDC or lower
/1.7mA or lower
6VDC or lower
/1.7mA or lower
8VDC or lower
/2mA or lower
Input resistance Approx.3.3ｋΩApprox.3.3ｋΩ3.8ｋΩ
Response
time
OFF→ON 10ms or less
(24VDC)
0.4ms or less
(24VDC)
10ms or less
(24VDC)
1/5/10/20/70ms or less
ON→OFF 10ms or less
(24VDC)
0.5ms or less
(24VDC)
10ms or less
(24VDC)
1/5/10/20/70ms or less
Internal current consumption 50mA
(TYP. all points ON)
50mA
(TYP. all points ON)
90mA
(TYP. all points ON)
Wiring method for common 16 points, 1 common 16 points, 1 common 16 points, 1 common
External connection system 20-point terminal
block
20-point terminal block 18-point terminal block
Make sure the section of the above table meets the specification of the machines and equipment
connected to the MELSEC-L Series module.
*1
*1

5．Part Names and Installation Method
【Installation with the Base Adapter】
MELSEC-L Series
Module
Mounting bracket
(supplied with
Conversion Adapter)
Mounting bracket fixing screw M3.5×6
(supplied with Conversion Adapter)
MELSEC-AnS Series
terminal block
Terminal block cover
(supplied with Conversion Adapter)
4
23
5
6
Conversion
Adapter
MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block installation screw (M4)
Conversion adapter installation screw M3×25
Precaution
Base Adapter
1
MELSEC-L Series
System
（DIN rail portion）
【Installation with the DIN rail】
4
23
5
6
DIN rail
1
Precaution
MELSEC-L Series
Module
Mounting bracket
(supplied with
Conversion Adapter)
Mounting bracket fixing screw M3.5×6
(supplied with Conversion Adapter)
MELSEC-AnS Series
terminal block
Terminal block cover
(supplied with Conversion Adapter)
Conversion
Adapter
MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block installation screw (M4)
Conversion adapter installation screw M3×25
MELSEC-L Series
System
5.1 Installation Method
Installation with the Base Adapter Installation with the DIN rail
Remove the existing MELSEC-AnS
Series base unit, and install the base
adapter ERNT-ASLB.
For how to install the base adapter,
refer to the base adapter manual.
Install the DIN rail on the control panel.
For how to install the DIN rail, refer to the user's
manual of the MELSEC-L CPU module.
Remove the terminal block attached with the MELSEC-L Series module after loosening the
terminal block installation screw (1 place).
The MELSEC-L series terminal block is not used.
Terminal block installation screw
Terminal block
Open the terminal cover and loosen
the terminal block installation screw. Press the terminal block fixing holes until
the lower part of the terminal block is
disengaged from the module, and then
remove the terminal block.
Terminal block
fixing holes
1 2
Terminal block
cover
Secure the mounting bracket to the MELSEC-L Series module using the mounting bracket
fixing screws (M3.5 × 6). (1 place)
Serial number
display
Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket fixing screw
M3.5×6
Position the mounting bracket to the
serial number display area at the bottom
of the MELSEC-L Series module.
Tighten the Mounting bracket
fixing screw (M3.5×6).
1 2
(bottom)
Install the Conversion Adapter to the MELSEC-L Series module, and secure it using the
Conversion Adapter installation screws (M3 × 25). (1 place)
Conversion Adapter installation
screw M3×25
Fully insert the projections on the
top of the Conversion adapter into
the terminal block fixing holes.
Press the Conversion adapter
until it snaps into place.
Tighten the Conversion
Adapter installation screw
(M3×25).
projections
Terminal block
fixing holes
1 2 3
Precaution
Before tightening the installation screws, check that the Conversion Adapter has been
securely installed on the MELSEC-L Series module. Tightening the screws in floating-off
state or tilting state will damage the Conversion Adapter installation screws and the
mounting bracket.
Install the MELSEC-L Series system to the base adapter (DIN rail portion) or the DIN rail.
Secure the MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block to the Conversion Adapter with the supplied
MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block installation screw (M4). (2 places, top and bottom.)
Remove the terminal block cover from the MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block and fit the
terminal block cover supplied with the Conversion Adaptor in place.
5.2 Tightening Torque
Tighten the installation screws to the specified torque below. An inappropriate tightening torque could
cause the product to fall or result in a short circuit, product failure or malfunction.
Screw Location Tightening Torque Range
Mounting bracket fixing screw (M3.5×6) 0.68 to 0.92N･m
Conversion Adapter installation screw (M3×25) 0.43 to 0.57N･m
MELSEC-AnS Series terminal block installation screw (M4 screw) 0.78 to 1.18N･m
6．External Dimensions
102
31.5
28
Terminal block
cover
Mounting bracket
Unit：mm
Conversion adapter
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MELSEC is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.
4．Mounting and Installation
4.1 Handling Precautions
(1) Before attempting to install the Unit or carry out the necessary wiring, make certain that the
external power supply, used in the system, is shut off on all three phases. Failure to do so may
result in electric shock or damage to the product.
(2) Do not touch live terminals. There is a danger of electric shock or malfunction.
(3) Do not modify the Conversion Adapter or take it apart. Doing so will cause failure, malfunction,
personal injury, or fire.
(4) Do not touch the energized part of the Conversion Adaptor directly. Contact will cause
malfunction or failure in the system.
(5) Fasten the Conversion Adapter and the Mounting bracket securely with retaining screws, and
tighten the screws by applying torque within specified limits. Loose screws can lead to the
dropping of the Conversion Adapter, or Mounting bracket, possibly causing breakage thereof.
Excessive tightness of the screws can lead to breakage of the screws, Converter Adaptor,
Mounting bracket, or MELSEC-L Series Module, possibly causing the dropping, shorting, and
malfunction thereof.
(6) Use care to prevent foreign materials including cuttings and wiring debris from entering the
Conversion Adapter or the MELSEC-L Series Module. These will be cause for fire, failure or
malfunction.
(7) Do not drop the Conversion Adapter and Mounting Bracket or do not give a strong impact to it.
This will cause damage.
4.2 Use Precautions
Item Use Precautions
Width dimension
of module
Because the module is reduced in width dimension (34.5mm→28.5mm) and
thus in area available for wiring, check dimensional data before installing the
module.
34.5mm 28.5mm
<MELSEC-AnS Series> <MELSEC-L Series>
The wiring may interfere with the adjacent module. Use of the Mitsubishi
Electric LG69 space module is recommended.
34.5mm 28.5mm
<MELSEC-AnS Series> <MELSEC-L Series>
16.5mm
Space
Module
LG69
45mm
Depth and Height
dimension
Installation with the Base Adapter
Because the module is increased in depth dimension, check dimensional
data before installing the module.
110mm 161.3mm
MELSEC-AnS
Conversin
Adapter
Base Adapter
51.3mmUP
MELSEC-L
Installation with the DIN rail
Because the module is increased in depth and height dimension, check
dimensional data before installing the module.
106mm 144.5mm
38.5mmUP
5.2mmUP
70.2mm
65mm
4mm
MELSEC-AnS
MELSEC-L
Conversin
Adapter
Terminal block
cover
The terminal block cover for MELSEC-AnS Series is bigger than the width of
the MELSEC-L Series Module. Therefore, it is necessary to replace it with
the terminal block cover supplied with the converter adapter.
34.5mm 28.5mm
<MELSEC-AnS Series> <MELSEC-L Series>
Terminal block cover for
the MELSEC-AnS Series Replace the terminal
block cover with the
one supplied with the
Conversion Adapter.
4.3 Installation Environment
The installation environment is the same as MELSEC-L series CPU Module to use. Refer to the user's
manual of the MELSEC-L Series CPU Module to be used.
Product Warranty Details
Please confirm the following product warranty details prior to product use.
Gratis Warranty Terms and Gratis Warranty Range
If any fault or defect (hereinafter referred to as “Failure”) attributable to Mitsubishi Electric Engineering
Company Limited (hereinafter referred to as “MEE”) should occur within the gratis warranty period,
MEE shall repair the product free of charge via the distributor from whom you made your purchase.
Gratis Warranty Period
The gratis warranty period of this product shall be one (1) year from the date of purchase or
delivery to the designated place.
Note that after manufacture and shipment from MEE, the maximum distribution period shall be
six (6) months, and the gratis warranty period after manufacturing shall be limited to eighteen
(18) months.
In addition, the gratis warranty period for repaired products shall not exceed the gratis warranty
period established prior to repair.
Gratis Warranty Range
The gratis warranty range shall be limited to normal use based on the usage conditions, methods
and environment, etc., defined by the terms and precautions, etc., given in the instruction
manual, user’s manual and caution labels on the product.
Warranty Period after Discontinuation of Production
(1) MEE shall offer product repair services (fee applied) for seven (7) years after production of the
product has been discontinued. Discontinuation of production shall be reported via distributors.
(2) Product supply (including spare parts) is not possible after production has been discontinued.
Exclusion of Opportunity Loss and Secondary Loss from Warranty
Liability
Regardless of the gratis warranty period, MEE shall not be liable for compensation for damages
arising from causes not attributable to MEE, opportunity losses or lost profits incurred by the user due
to Failures of MEE products, damages or secondary damages arising from special circumstances,
whether foreseen or unforeseen by MEE, compensation for accidents, compensation for damages to
products other than MEE products, or compensation for other work carried out by the user.
Changes in Product Specifications
The specifications given in the catalogs, manuals and technical documents are subject to change
without notice.
This document is a new publication, effective December 2016. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Developed December 2016
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