{"product_id":"yokogawa-f3lc11-2f-pc-link-communication-module","title":"Yokogawa F3LC11-2F PC Link Communication Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF3LC11-2F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a flexible serial communication gateway designed for the Yokogawa FA-M3 Range-free Multi-controller series. It serves as a high-speed data bridge between the PLC backplane and external supervisory systems such as SCADA platforms, Industrial PCs, and HMI stations. The module enables seamless real-time monitoring, remote maintenance, and supervisory control without interrupting core PLC execution logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3LC11-2F supports both proprietary and standard communication methods, including FA-M3 PC Link protocol and ASCII-based data exchange. This enables integration with factory-level information systems for data logging, diagnostics, and remote operational management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for flexible networking architectures, the module supports RS-232C, RS-422A, and RS-485 serial communication standards. In multi-drop RS-422\/485 networks, one host PC can manage up to 32 FA-M3 controllers, making it suitable for large-scale factory automation deployments. Advanced maintenance functions are also supported, including ladder program upload\/download and detailed system error retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF3LC11-2F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFA-M3 \/ FA-M3V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × RS-232C, 1 × RS-422A\/RS-485 (switch selectable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Baud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115.2 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFA-M3 PC Link (checksum \/ non-checksum), ASCII communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 32 stations (RS-422\/485 multi-drop)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-422\/485: up to 1200 m; RS-232C: up to 15 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote Maintenance Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRUN\/STOP control, program transfer, memory read\/write\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eError Detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParity, framing, overrun, and checksum error detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mA at 5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug-in FA-M3 base unit slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 55°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F3LC11-2F is widely used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSemiconductor manufacturing automation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood and beverage processing lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding automation systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory floor SCADA integration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly suitable for linking localized FA-M3 control logic with centralized supervisory systems such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWonderware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSCADA platforms using reliable serial communication links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan RS-232C and RS-422A ports be used simultaneously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The module typically operates using one active communication interface at a time. Port selection is configured using onboard DIP switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the F3LC11-2F support Modbus RTU?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe primary protocol is Yokogawa PC Link. However, the module can be used for general ASCII communication. For native Modbus RTU support, dedicated communication modules or custom ladder protocol implementations are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YOKOGAWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51849321087288,"sku":"F3LC11-2F","price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/1616\/3896\/files\/F3LC11-2F.jpg?v=1772502775","url":"https:\/\/www.automodulexpert.com\/products\/yokogawa-f3lc11-2f-pc-link-communication-module","provider":"AutoModuleXpert Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}