PANASONIC PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER FP-XH

The FP-XH positions above FP-X in Panasonic’s compact PLC hierarchy: same IEC 61131-3 FPWIN Pro7 programming environment, same compact DIN-rail housing, but with Ethernet standard (FP-X requires add-on cassette), more than 5× the pulse output axis count, and double the program memory at 32K steps. Malaysian machine builders specifying high-axis-count positioning machines – packaging indexers, multi-axis dispensers, test handlers – use FP-XH as the single-controller solution where Mitsubishi FX3G’s 3-axis limit is insufficient and a dedicated motion controller would add cost and complexity.

FP-XH Model Specifications

The FP-XH C30T (30 I/O, transistor sink, Ethernet, 32-axis HSP) is the highest-volume FP-XH model in Malaysian machine builder applications.

Technical Features

Built-in Ethernet (standard, not optional): All FP-XH models include 100BASE-TX Ethernet as standard hardware – no communication cassette required, no additional cost. Ethernet enables: FPWIN Pro7 remote programming without USB cable, Modbus TCP server for SCADA/HMI access, Panasonic MEWTOCOL-COM protocol for Panasonic HMI connection, and web server function (built-in HTTP server for browser-based status display). Malaysian panel builders standardising on FP-XH + Panasonic GT-series HMI use Ethernet connection as the default PLC-HMI interface – eliminating RS-485 wiring between PLC and HMI in the same panel.

32-Axis High-Speed Pulse Output: FP-XH transistor output models provide up to 32 independent high-speed pulse output axes at up to 200 kHz per axis – using the FP-XH’s built-in high-speed output terminals combined with optional pulse output expansion units. Each axis independently configures acceleration/deceleration profile, position target, and speed profile via FPWIN Pro7 positioning instructions. FP-XH’s 200 kHz axis rate exceeds Mitsubishi FX3G’s 100 kHz limit, enabling higher step-rate stepper motor drivers without gearing compromise.

32K Steps Program Memory: FP-XH provides 32,000 ladder program steps – double the Mitsubishi FX3G’s 16,000-step limit, and 4× the FP0R’s 8,000-step limit. Malaysian machine builders writing complex conditional logic (multi-recipe, multi-mode operation, multi-axis coordination) with more than 5,000 ladder rungs require FP-XH’s larger program space.

IEC 61131-3 FPWIN Pro7: FPWIN Pro7 supports all 5 IEC 61131-3 languages: Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, and Instruction List. The structured text editor enables formula-based positioning calculations – stepper pulse count = (distance × encoder resolution) / lead – without dedicated motion controller hardware. USB mini-B port enables direct laptop programming without dedicated Panasonic programming cable.

FP-XH vs Mitsubishi FX3G: Selection Guide

Specify FP-XH when: Ethernet is required without add-on cost; pulse output axis count exceeds 3; program memory requirement exceeds 16K steps; existing plant standardised on Panasonic FP platform.

Specify Mitsubishi FX3G when: Existing plant is Mitsubishi-standardised; GX Works2 is the house programming tool; 3-axis 100 kHz HSP is sufficient; Ethernet is not required or budget is constrained.

Modbus RTU Communication

FP-XH COM port (RS-485) supports Modbus RTU master operation using FPWIN Pro7 Modbus communication function blocks. FP-XH reads/writes Panasonic VF200 inverter speed reference registers, reads Xinje VH1 status, and commands Mitsubishi FR-D700 run/stop via standard Modbus holding register function codes – the same PLC-to-VFD Modbus integration used across all major Malaysian automation brands.

Indicative Pricing

Contact Flextech for current pricing and stock on specific FP-XH configurations.

How to Order

Flextech provides Panasonic FP-XH quotations within 24-48 hours. Specify the full model number including I/O count (C14/C30/C60) and output type (T = transistor / R = relay). Flextech confirms stock, pricing, and compatible expansion unit availability for required I/O expansion beyond main unit count.

For the full programmable controller category, see [programmable controllers Malaysia](/product-category/plc/). For comparison against Mitsubishi compact PLC, see [Mitsubishi FX3G FX3S PLC](/product/mitsubishi-fx3g-fx3s-plc-malaysia/).

Panasonic FP-XH FAQ

What is the Panasonic FP-XH and how does it differ from FP-X?

FP-XH: built-in Ethernet standard, 32-axis HSP at 200 kHz, 32K steps program memory. FP-X: Ethernet requires add-on cassette, 6-axis HSP, 16K steps. FP-XH is the high-performance variant.

What I/O configurations are available in FP-XH?

C14 (14 I/O), C30 (30 I/O), C60 (60 I/O). Suffix T = transistor (for HSP pulse). Suffix R = relay. Expand to 128 I/O with AFP-XHE expansion units.

Does FP-XH support Modbus RTU?

Yes. RS-485 COM port with FPWIN Pro7 Modbus master function blocks. Also supports Modbus TCP server via built-in Ethernet.

What programming software does FP-XH use?

FPWIN Pro7 – IEC 61131-3, ladder + structured text + FBD + SFC. USB mini-B direct laptop connection, no special cable. Simulation mode for offline test.

How does FP-XH compare to Mitsubishi FX3G on high-speed pulse output?

FP-XH C30T: 32-axis at 200 kHz. Mitsubishi FX3G-24MT: 3-axis at 100 kHz. Specify FP-XH for multi-axis positioning machines where 3 axes is insufficient.