Description

CC-Link is an open industrial network that enables devices from numerous manufacturers to communicate. It is predominantly used in machine, cell or process control applications in manufacturing and production industries, but can also be used in facilities management, process control and building automation. [Wikipedia, 2013-10-18]

CC-Link uses a RS-485 compliant interface
Shielded twisted pair
Up to 64 stations per network

Hardware

Hardware interface with recommended parts

CLPA provides list of recommended parts
- Filter, RS-485 Driver, Zener diode, Optocoupler
- Recommended part list allows 5 V technology only

Communication errors likely when using none recommended RS-485 Driver!

On this page

Block diagram

Certification

Conformance test centers in Japan and Ratingen/Germany by Mitsubishi
Manufacturer pre-test and test at laboratory
- Hardware and software tests
Conformance test when recommended parts are used only
- Test with 2 devices
Conformance test when none recommended parts are used
- Test with 2 devices
- AND additional tests with up to 42 devices

Cable Length

Maximum overall cable extension length

Communication Speed	Maximum Length
156 kbps	1200 m
625 kbps	900 m
2,5 Mbps	400 m
5 Mbps	160 m
10 Mbps	100 m

Applicable Specification(s)

CC-Link Specification Ver.2.00, BAP-05026-J