Panasonic LC4H, LT4H, and HF series panel counters are mid-tier multi-function counting instruments stocked by Flextech Industrial Supplies for Malaysian system integrators and plant engineers who require counting, time measurement, and RS485 communication in a single panel instrument – without the programming complexity of a PLC.
Panasonic Industrial occupies the mid tier in the Malaysian automation market. Panasonic counters carry higher feature density than value-tier Autonics CT or Delta CTA products: 50 kHz input frequency capability on the LC4H, combined count-and-time display, and Modbus RTU communication enabling PLC or SCADA integration. For Malaysian Panasonic FP-series PLC plants, LC4H counters provide single-vendor instrumentation continuity. Flextech quotes Panasonic counters within 24-48 hours from our Puchong, Selangor facility.
About Panasonic Industrial: Mid-Tier Automation OEM
Panasonic Industrial is the industrial automation division of Panasonic Corporation of Japan, producing PLCs (FP series), servo drives (MINAS series), servo motors (MSM/MDM/MHM), sensors, and panel instrumentation including the LC4H, LT4H, and HF counter series for global industrial markets.
Panasonic Industrial occupies the mid tier in Malaysian automation - above Korean and Taiwanese value-tier brands (Autonics, Delta) in ecosystem depth, service continuity, and documentation quality; below Siemens and Mitsubishi Electric in Malaysian integrator coverage and premium feature sets. Panasonic's strength in the Malaysian counter market lies in multi-function instruments: the LC4H delivers count, time, and rate measurement in a single housing that would otherwise require three separate instruments.
Panasonic Counter Product Lines
| Series | Format | Input Freq. | Function | Communication | Tier |
| LC4H | 96×96 mm | Up to 50 kHz | Count + time | RS485 Modbus (select) | Mid |
| LT4H | 96×96 mm | Up to 30 kHz | Timer + count | RS485 Modbus (select) | Mid |
| HF series | 96×48 mm | Up to 50 kHz | Count + rate + time | Ethernet, RS485 | Mid-Premium |
Panasonic LC4H is the most widely specified Panasonic counter in Malaysian manufacturing. The LC4H combines preset counting and elapsed-time display in a single 96×96 mm DIN instrument - displaying both the current count and elapsed time simultaneously on a two-row LED display. The 50 kHz input frequency extends LC4H capability beyond standard value-tier counters, addressing conveyor encoder inputs at moderate speeds without HSC module overhead. RS485 Modbus RTU communication on select LC4H models enables PLC and SCADA integration across Siemens, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and other PLC brands.
Panasonic LT4H inverts the LC4H function priority - timer primary, counter secondary. LT4H is specified where elapsed time is the primary measurement and count is auxiliary: cycle time monitoring on batch process equipment, process timer control with count-based event triggering, and maintenance interval tracking combining elapsed hours and cycle count.
Panasonic HF series is the advanced tier: Ethernet (Modbus TCP) and RS485 (Modbus RTU) communication, 50 kHz input, count and rate-per-minute display, and extended programmability. HF series counters are specified in Malaysian factories implementing MES or SCADA systems that require Ethernet-connected counter data without RS485 network infrastructure. HF pricing falls in the mid-to-premium range at RM 1,200-2,500.
Technical Specifications
Input frequency: LC4H and HF series accept up to 50 kHz - a meaningful advantage over value-tier 30 kHz counters for moderate-speed encoder and high-throughput conveyor applications. LT4H accepts up to 30 kHz.
Supply voltage: 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz and 12-24 VDC models available. Malaysian 230 VAC 50 Hz is within the operating range of AC-powered LC4H, LT4H, and HF models.
Input types: NPN open-collector, PNP, and voltage-type pulse inputs at 24 VDC. Standard compatibility with all common Malaysian proximity sensor and encoder output types without external resistors.
Output: Relay contact output (250 VAC / 3 A) as standard. Transistor NPN output on select models. HF series provides additional analogue output (4-20 mA) for rate-per-minute data transmission to analogue PLC inputs.
Communication: RS485 Modbus RTU on LC4H and LT4H communication models. Modbus TCP via Ethernet on HF series. Modbus RTU is PLC-brand-agnostic - Siemens, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and Xinje PLCs all support Modbus master function blocks in their standard programming libraries.
Environmental rating: IP40 front panel for panel-mount installation inside sealed enclosures. Operating temperature 0-50°C, humidity 35-85% non-condensing. Install inside IP54 or IP65 enclosures for Malaysian factory floor environments.
Selecting the Right Panasonic Counter
LC4H vs LT4H - specify LC4H when counting is the primary function and time is an auxiliary display. Specify LT4H when timer control is primary and count is auxiliary (batch process timing, interval control with event counting).
Communication vs standalone - specify RS485 Modbus models when count data must be accessible to a PLC or SCADA system. Standalone relay-output models suffice when the counter operates independently with only batch-complete relay outputs to the control system.
LC4H vs HF - specify HF series when Ethernet connectivity is required (Modbus TCP for direct integration with Ethernet-connected SCADA or MES without RS485 network infrastructure) or when analogue rate output is needed for production rate monitoring without PLC analogue input programming.
Applications in Malaysian Manufacturing
Panasonic FP-series PLC plants - Malaysian manufacturers running Panasonic FP0H, FP-XH, or FP7 PLCs benefit from LC4H counter integration via RS485 Modbus on the PLC's serial communication port, enabling single-vendor instrumentation support from Panasonic through a single distributor.
Multi-station production monitoring - LC4H with RS485 Modbus on RS485 network segments allows SCADA systems in Malaysian electronics and automotive plants to poll production counts from multiple counter stations via a single RS485 cable without dedicated counter I/O wiring to each PLC analog input.
Cycle time and throughput analysis - LC4H displays both elapsed time and unit count simultaneously - enabling production supervisors on Malaysian factory floors to read cycle time per unit and total throughput from a single panel instrument without PLC HMI screen navigation.
Maintenance interval tracking - LC4H in totalising mode accumulates machine operation hours and unit counts in parallel, triggering relay outputs at maintenance intervals defined by either metric - whichever occurs first - for preventive maintenance scheduling in Malaysian rubber and palm oil processing plants.
Genuine Panasonic OEM vs Grey-Market Risk
Panasonic Industrial products are documented targets for grey-market distribution in Malaysia. Grey-market Panasonic counters may appear identical to genuine OEM products but carry no Panasonic warranty, lack CE/RoHS certification documentation, and may contain non-Panasonic components.
Genuine Panasonic counters from Flextech carry Panasonic hologram labels, serial numbers verifiable on the Panasonic industrial portal, CE/RoHS certification, and full manufacturer warranty coverage. Only genuine OEM Panasonic counters are eligible for Panasonic technical support and firmware update access.
Indicative Pricing
| Series | Price Range (MYR) |
| LC4H (standalone relay) | RM 400-650 |
| LC4H (RS485 Modbus) | RM 650-900 |
| LT4H | RM 400-650 |
| HF series (Ethernet) | RM 1,200-2,500 |
Prices are order-of-magnitude estimates. Contact Flextech for a current quotation on specific model numbers.
How to Order
Flextech provides Panasonic counter quotations within 24-48 hours. Provide the Panasonic model number or application parameters (counting speed, time measurement required, communication type, panel format). Flextech confirms model availability, pricing, and delivery to Peninsular Malaysia.
For the parent category covering all counter brands, see [industrial counters Malaysia](/product-category/counters/). For Panasonic PLC integration, see [Panasonic programmable controllers](/product-category/programmable-controller-panasonic/). For value-tier alternative, see [Autonics counters](/product-category/counters-autonics/).
Panasonic Counter FAQ
What Panasonic counter series does Flextech stock in Malaysia?
Flextech stocks Panasonic LC4H (count + time), LT4H (timer + count), and HF series (Ethernet-capable) panel counters. LC4H is the most widely specified model in Malaysian manufacturing.
What makes Panasonic LC4H different from a basic panel counter?
LC4H combines preset counting and elapsed-time measurement in a single instrument, accepts inputs up to 50 kHz, and provides RS485 Modbus RTU communication on select models - features not available on basic value-tier panel counters.
Can Panasonic LC4H counters communicate with Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs?
Yes. LC4H RS485 models use Modbus RTU protocol, compatible with Siemens, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and other PLC brands' Modbus master modules.
What is the price range for Panasonic LC4H counters in Malaysia?
Panasonic LC4H standalone relay models are approximately RM 400-650; RS485 Modbus models are RM 650-900; HF Ethernet models are RM 1,200-2,500. Contact Flextech for a current quote.
What input frequency do Panasonic LC4H counters support?
Panasonic LC4H counters accept input frequencies up to 50 kHz - higher than most value-tier panel counters, enabling moderate-speed encoder inputs without requiring a PLC-based HSC module.