Panasonic FP0R AFP0RC14CRS PLC Control Unit

Technical Overview

Ultra-compact FP0R PLC with 8 DC inputs, 6 relay outputs, and RS-232C port. Features 16k steps EEPROM program memory and 0.08µs/step basic instruction speed.

Key Features

CPU/Control Unit component.
8 NPN or PNP DC Inputs.
6 Relay Outputs.
Built-in RS-232C communication port.
Screw terminal wiring for I/O.
16k steps program capacity.
EEPROM program memory, requiring no backup battery.
Ultra-high-speed processing with 0.08 μs/step for basic instructions (up to 3,000 steps).
Compact dimensions (W25 x H90 x D60mm) ideal for limited space.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Series	FP0R
Component Type	CPU/Control Unit
Supply Voltage	24 VDC
Number of Inputs	8 (NPN or PNP)
Number of Outputs	6 (Relay)
Communication Port	RS-232C
Wiring Termination	Screw Terminal
Program Memory Type	EEPROM
Program Capacity	16 k steps
Operation Speed (Basic Instructions, up to 3000 steps)	0.08 μs/step min.
Operation Speed (Basic Instructions, 3001st and later steps)	0.58 μs/step min.
Physical Weight (kg)	0
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	6 x 2.5 x 9

Industrial Applications

1. Small-Scale Machine Control

The AFP0RC14CRS is perfectly suited for controlling compact machinery such as packaging machines, conveyor systems, or simple assembly robots due to its ultra-compact size and integrated digital I/O. Its 24VDC operating voltage is standard in industrial settings, simplifying integration.

Problem Solved

Provides robust and efficient control for machinery with limited space and basic sequential logic requirements, without needing bulky control cabinets.

24VDC ControlCompact DesignDigital I/OMachine Automation

2. Dedicated Process Automation with HMI/Data Logging

This PLC can manage a dedicated industrial process, such as a precise material dispensing unit or a single-loop control system. The integrated RS-232C port allows seamless connection to an HMI for operator interaction or to a data logger for performance monitoring, leveraging its fast 0.08µs/step processing for rapid response to process changes.

Problem Solved

Enables efficient and responsive automation of individual process units, with convenient communication interfaces for monitoring and control.

RS-232C CommunicationHigh-Speed ProcessingProcess ControlHMI Connectivity

3. Retrofit and Upgrade of Legacy FP0 Systems

Given its identical dimensions, pin assignments, and program compatibility with the older Panasonic FP0 series, the AFP0RC14CRS serves as an ideal replacement for obsolete FP0 CPUs. This allows for system upgrades that benefit from improved processing speed and battery-less EEPROM memory without costly rewiring or program conversion.

Problem Solved

Facilitates cost-effective modernization of existing control systems by replacing outdated PLCs with an enhanced, compatible unit, reducing downtime and redesign efforts.

Legacy System UpgradeProgram CompatibilityIdentical Form FactorBattery-less Memory