Input/Output Capacity | Industrial automation systems | Industry Standard: 32 I/O points (IEC 61131-3 compliant) | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: 64 I/O points (Supports up to 64 simultaneous inputs/outputs) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: 128 I/O points (Scalable via modular expansion) | Higher capacity increases cost; standard models may suffice for smaller setups |
Programming Interface | On-site PLC configuration | Industry Standard: Basic software (USB-only programming) | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: Handheld programmer (USB/RS-485 connectivity) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: Cloud-integrated interface (Ethernet/IP + mobile app support) | Base lacks wireless options; Advanced requires internet for full functionality |
Protocol Compatibility | Cross-platform industrial networks | Industry Standard: Modbus RTU/ASCII (IEC 61158) | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: Native Mitsubishi protocols (Q-series, FX5U) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: Ethernet/IP + PROFINET (ISO/IEC 8802-3) | Base may limit interoperability; Advanced adds complexity for simple setups |
Durability & Protection | Harsh manufacturing environments | Industry Standard: IP20 (Dust/water protection: N/A) | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: IP67 (Dust/waterproof, -20°C to 70°C) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: IP69K (Corrosion-resistant, -40°C to 85°C) | Advanced requires ruggedized accessories; Base may fail in extreme conditions |
Warranty & Support | Long-term industrial deployments | Industry Standard: 1-year limited warranty | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: 1-year warranty (includes firmware updates) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: 2-year warranty + 24/7 technical support | Standard warranties may exclude accidental damage; Advanced adds premium support |
Expandability | Scalable automation projects | Industry Standard: Fixed I/O (No expansion slots) | ▲ Mitsubishi Base: 2 expansion slots (DIN rail mounting) ▲ Mitsubishi Advanced: 4 expansion slots + hot-swappable modules | Base limits future upgrades; Advanced requires space for modular hardware |