Panasonic AFPX-MRTC Master Memory Cassette with Real-Time Clock

Technical Overview

Provides non-volatile master memory storage for all program steps and comments, including FPWIN Pro7 source files, with an integrated real-time clock.

Key Features

Capable of storing all program steps and comments simultaneously
Supports storage of FPWIN Pro7 source files
Includes real-time clock functionality: tracks year, month, day, hour, minute, second, and day of week
Requires AFPABAT001 backup battery for real-time clock operation
Only one master memory with real-time clock can be installed per control unit

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Master Memory	Capable of storing all program steps and comments simultaneously, Storage of FPWIN Pro7 source files
Real-Time Clock	Year, month, day, hour, minute, second, day of week (Buck-up battery AFPABAT001 required)
Physical Weight (kg)	0
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	0 x 0 x 0

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Batch Processing with Time-Based Sequencing

In chemical or food processing, recipes often require precise time-based delays, mixing durations, and sequential process steps. This cassette's real-time clock can synchronize these operations and store complex batch recipes, ensuring consistent product quality.

Problem Solved

Ensures accurate, repeatable, and traceable time-sensitive operations in batch manufacturing, preventing inconsistencies and improving quality control by precisely managing sequence timing.

Batch controlPLC programmingReal-time clockRecipe managementProcess synchronization

2. Data Logging and Event Timestamping in Industrial Monitoring Systems

For systems requiring historical data logging of process variables or timestamping of critical events (e.g., fault occurrences, alarms, operational state changes), the integrated real-time clock provides accurate time references. The master memory stores the control program for data acquisition and event logic.

Problem Solved

Provides precise timestamps for diagnostic data and operational events, aiding in root cause analysis, compliance reporting, and predictive maintenance strategies.

Data loggingEvent timestampingFault diagnosisHistorical dataSystem monitoring

3. Production Scheduling and Shift Management in Manufacturing

In a manufacturing line, the PLC often needs to adapt its operation based on production schedules, shift changes, or specific maintenance windows. The real-time clock allows the PLC to automatically switch between different operational modes or execute scheduled tasks. The master memory stores various production recipes or scheduling algorithms.

Problem Solved

Automates schedule-driven operational changes, optimizes resource utilization, and facilitates flexible manufacturing, reducing manual intervention errors and enhancing operational efficiency.

Production schedulingShift automationTime-based controlFlexible manufacturingProgram storage