Mitsubishi R68B - PLC Base Unit
The Mitsubishi R68B Programmable Logic Controller is an extension base unit with 8 slots and one power supply slot. Part of the Mitsubishi automation portfolio, this PLC extension base unit supports the Mitsubishi PLC platform within the MELSEC IQ-R SERIES, providing 328 mm width, 101 mm height, 32.5 mm depth, and 0.55 kg weight.
| Brand | Mitsubishi Electric |
| Product Type | PLC(Programmable Logic Controller) |
| Product | R68B |
Mitsubishi PLC Base Unit R68B Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | MELSEC IQ-R SERIES |
| Type | EXTENSION BASE UNIT |
| Slots | 8 |
| Slots for Power Supply | 1 |
| Depth (mm) | 32,5 |
| Weight (kg) | 0,55 |
| Width (mm) | 328 |
| Height (mm) | 101 |
The R68B Programmable Logic Controller from Mitsubishi is an extension base unit used for modular PLC expansion in industrial automation systems. This R68B Programmable Logic Controller supports 8 slots with one power supply slot and belongs to the MELSEC IQ-R SERIES. Its 328 mm width and standardized mechanical dimensions allow consistent installation within structured control panels.
In industrial automation environments, the R68B Programmable Logic Controller extension base unit is used in conveyors, packaging machines, assembly lines, and distributed automation panels. The slot configuration enables organized expansion of CPU and I/O modules while preserving stable system layouts. Defined physical dimensions support secure mounting, orderly wiring, and predictable cabinet design across production environments.
The Mitsubishi R68B PLC extension base unit supports dependable system expansion through standardized slot distribution and series compatibility. As part of the MELSEC IQ-R SERIES, it aligns with common PLC architectures used in industrial facilities. The R68B Programmable Logic Controller, backed by Mitsubishi engineering standards, is suitable for long-term industrial use where reliable physical integration and scalable control system design are required.
