Mitsubishi NZ2GF2BN-60AD4 Remote Module

Complete List of Mitsubishi NZ2GF2BN Series (Screw Terminal Block CC-Link IE Field Remote Analog Main Units)

Observação:

NZ2GF2BN = NZ2GF2B + upgraded N revision (pin-compatible direct replacement for legacy NZ2GF2B-xxxx). Equipped with dual RJ45 ports and supports one NZ2EX2B expansion module.

Only NZ2GF2BN main units (analógico) are listed below. Digital I/O modules without the suffix “N” do not belong to this analog BN series. Matching expansion modules are NZ2EX2B-xxxx (no network port; can only be mounted behind NZ2GF2BN main units).

NZ2GF2BN-60AD4

NZ2GF: CC-Link IE Field remote module series

2B: Block-type remote I/O main unit

N: Upgraded new generation model (replaces NZ2GF2B-60AD4; pin-compatible for direct replacement)

60AD: A/D analog input module

4: 4-entrada analógica do canal

Posicionamento do produto

CC-Link IE Field remote device station, 4-módulo de entrada analógica de canal, Montagem em trilho DIN, equipped with dual Ethernet ports for bus daisy-chain wiring.

2. Especificações principais

3. Principais recursos
4. Direct Compatibility for NZ2GF2B-60AD4 Replacement

Fully compatible terminal layout; existing wiring remains unchanged for direct upgrade. The N-version optimizes noise suppression and synchronous timing performance.

2. Network Synchronization Function

Supports CC-Link IE Field synchronous communication. Synchronized sampling with motion modules is available, ideal for high-speed acquisition and tension control applications.

3. Trigger Conversion Function

Hardware-triggered sampling is supported for dynamic acquisition of high-speed pressure and flow signals.

4. Built-in Diagnostics

Open-circuit detection (4~20mA loop), over-range alarm, module fault and communication abnormality monitoring; upper/lower limit supervision per channel.

5. Digital Filtering

Average processing and moving average filter parameters can be configured via software to suppress on-site interference.

4. Diretrizes de fiação (18-point screw terminal)

V+ / V-: Voltage signal input

Eu + / EU-: Current signal input

FG: Terra do escudo (must connect to cabinet protective ground to reduce interference)

24V+/24V-: External operating power supply for module

⚠️ Prohibitions:

1. Voltage and current signals cannot be connected to the same channel simultaneously;
2. Shielded twisted-pair cables are preferred for 4~20mA sensors;
3. No isolation between channels, creating common-ground risks for multi-signal systems. Single-point grounding on the sensor side is recommended for multiple transmitters.
4. Software Configuration Guidelines

Available Master Station Modules: QJ71GF11-T2 / LJ71GF11-T2 / RJ71GF11-T2 (iQ-R Series)

Software de programação: GX Works2 / GX Works3

Etapas de configuração:

1. Register remote device stations and set station numbers in network parameters;
2. Initialize buffer registers of the module: configure range, filtering and open-circuit detection enable for each channel;
3. Read converted values of 4 A/D channels and channel status alarm bits via cyclic RX area.
4. Cross-reference of Alternative Models
5. Direct Drop-in Replacement: NZ2GF2B-60AD4 (legacy model, gradually phased out; BN upgraded version recommended)
6. Matching Expansion Module: NZ2EX2B-60AD4 (can only be mounted behind this main unit for expansion; cannot access network independently)
7. New-generation CC-Link IE TSN Platform: NZ2GN2B-60AD4 (protocol upgraded; cannot be mixed into CC-Link IE Field network)
8. Cenários típicos de aplicação

Remote pressure/temperature acquisition for packaging machinery and injection molding machines

Controle de fluidos: acquisition of flow rate, liquid level and regulating valve feedback signals

Distributed sensor acquisition on production lines to reduce cabinet wiring

High-speed analog signal sampling for test benches and inspection equipment

8. Troubleshooting Table

NZ2GF2BN Main Units (Independent Network Access)

1. NZ2GF2BN-60AD4

4-entrada analógica do canal (Tensão/Corrente: ±10V, 0~5V, 1~5V, 0~20mA, 4~20mA, ±20mA)

2. NZ2GF2BN-60DA4

4-saída analógica do canal (Tensão/Corrente)

3. NZ2GF2BN-60TCRT4

4-channel RTD temperature input (Pt100/Pt1000 platinum resistance, etc.)

4. NZ2GF2BN-60TCTT4

4-channel thermocouple input (K, J., T, S, R, B, E, N types, etc.)

5. NZ2GF2BN-60MD4

Multi-function hybrid module: 4-channel universal input (voltage/current + termopar/RTD, configurable via software)

2. Supporting Expansion Modules NZ2EX2B Series (No Network Port, Cannot Access Network Independently, Only for NZ2GF2BN Main Units)

A single NZ2GF2BN main unit supports maximum one expansion module

1. NZ2EX2B-60AD4 4CH analog input expansion
2. NZ2EX2B-60DA4 4CH analog output expansion
3. NZ2EX2B-60TCRT4 4CH RTD expansion
4. NZ2EX2B-60TCTT4 4CH thermocouple expansion
5. NZ2EX2B-60MD4 4CH multi-function temperature/analog expansion

NZ2GF2BN-60AD4

NZ2GF2B1-32D

NZ2GF2B2-16R

3. Model Naming Comparison for Revision Identification

NZ2GF2B-60AD4: Original legacy model

NZ2GF2BN-60AD4: Upgraded new generation model (model in use)

NZ2GN2B-60AD4: New-generation CC-Link IE TSN (different protocol; cannot mix with CC-Link IE Field network)

4. Critical Distinction Reminders

Common confusion points:

✅ NZ2GF2BN series contains only the above 5 analog main units

❌ Digital modules such as NZ2GF2B1-16D / NZ2GF2B1-16T carry no suffix “N” and are not part of NZ2GF2BN series;

❌ NZ2GF2S spring terminal series and NZ2GFCE e-CON connector series belong to separate product lines.

5. Channel Expansion Combinations

NZ2GF2BN-60AD4 + NZ2EX2B-60AD4 → 8CH AI

NZ2GF2BN-60TCRT4 + NZ2EX2B-60TCTT4 → 4 RTD + 4 thermocouple channels

NZ2GF2BN-60AD4 + NZ2EX2B-60DA4 → 4AI + 4AO

Application Scenarios Summary – Mitsubishi NZ2GF2BN-60AD4

Module Feature Recap: CC-Link IE Field remote 4-channel analog input, supports voltage/current signals (4~20mA dominant), expandable to 8AI, network synchronous sampling, open-circuit diagnostics, distributed remote acquisition. Suitable for conditions with widely separated equipment, long-distance signal collection and difficulties in centralized cabinet wiring.

Applicable Bus: CC-Link IE Field; Matching Master Station: RJ71GF11-T2 / LJ71GF11-T2 / QJ71GF11-T2

1. Packaging Automation Industry
2. Vertical Form-Fill-Seal Machines, Horizontal Flow Wrappers

Collect 4~20mA signals from film tension sensors, level transmitters and pressure transmitters. Remote mounting on machine bodies reduces wiring to main control cabinets.

2. Filling Equipment (Bebida, Daily Chemical, Sauce)

Liquid level transmitters, flow sensors and filling pressure feedback signals. Open-circuit detection enables early warning of sensor faults.

3. Cartoning & Palletizing Lines

Distributed collection of pressure and weighing analog signals across production lines with multiple remote modules networked together.

2. Injection Molding & Rubber-Plastic Machinery
3. Remote acquisition for auxiliary equipment of injection molding machines: temperature/pressure of mold temperature controllers, barrel oil pressure, hydraulic pressure sensors;
4. Extrusion production lines: melt pressure transmitters and vacuum pressure signal acquisition.

Vantagem: Modules installed close to auxiliary machines. Long analog cables are replaced by industrial Ethernet cables to minimize analog signal interference.

3. Controle de Fluidos, Tratamento de Água & Environmental Protection Equipment
4. Integrated Small Sewage Treatment Units, Water Purification Systems

Collect 4~20mA signals from pH transmitters, turbidity meters, level and flow sensors. Suitable for remote distributed I/O deployment on outdoor standalone cabinets.

2. Circulating water systems and cooling tower units: pressão, temperature transmitters and differential pressure sensor acquisition.
3. Exhaust gas treatment equipment (VOC removal, dust removal): pressão diferencial, wind pressure and flow analog signal collection.
4. Transporte de Materiais & Automated Warehousing
5. Belt conveyors and sorting lines: analog signals from belt tension sensors and load cells;
6. Pressure detection for lifting transfer equipment. Distributed installation along production lines with daisy-chain CC-Link IE Field wiring.
7. Test Machines & Inspection Equipment (Key Advantage Scenarios)

The module supports high-speed A/D conversion (minimum 100μs/ch) and bus synchronous sampling:

1. Material tensile testers and compression test machines;
2. Air tightness test benches and leak detection equipment.

Collect dynamic signals from force and pressure sensors and realize multi-channel synchronous sampling via bus synchronization.

6. Máquinas-ferramentas & Metalworking Equipment
7. CNC grinding machines and hydraulic machine tools: hydraulic system oil pressure and cooling system pressure;
8. Equipamento de estampagem: mold pressure monitoring.

⚠️ Note: FG shield grounding and shielded sensor cables are mandatory in high-electromagnetic-interference machine tool environments.

7. Nova Energia & Battery Production Lines (Médio & Small Workstations)
8. Pressure and vacuum acquisition for cell testing stations;
9. Temperature and pressure transmitter collection for liquid cooling units.

Suitable for layouts with scattered workstations where each station deploys one NZ2GF2BN-60AD4.

8. Construction Machinery Test Platforms & Automated Test Benches

Hydraulic test benches and valve group test platforms for multi-channel remote pressure sensor acquisition.

✅ Recommended Application Conditions (Referência de seleção)

1. Sensors are installed far from the main PLC control cabinet;
2. Multiple scattered analog signals exist on site, avoiding extensive laying of costly shielded analog cables;
3. The project adopts CC-Link IE Field bus system;
4. 4 AI channels required at one location, with potential future expansion to 8 canais (matched with NZ2EX2B-60AD4);
5. 4~20mA loop open-circuit detection and channel over-range alarms are required;
6. Synchronized analog sampling among multiple modules (tension control and dynamic pressure monitoring applications).

❌ Not Recommended Application Conditions

1. Only 1~2 analog signals available; single module configuration leads to low cost-effectiveness (signal isolators or integrated transmitters preferred);
2. On-site network is CC-Link IE TSN (NZ2GN2B series required; mixing prohibited);
3. Electrical isolation between channels is required (no inter-channel isolation onboard; external signal isolators needed);
4. Highly corrosive and high-humidity environments without protective enclosures (protective cabinet mandatory).

Typical Matching Solutions

1. NZ2GF2BN-60AD4 (4AI main unit) + NZ2EX2B-60AD4 (expansion 4AI) = 8-channel remote acquisition station;
2. Matched with load cells, pressure transmitters and level transmitters with standard 4~20mA signal output;
3. Multiple remote modules connected in daisy chain for simplified wiring.