{"product_id":"f5-md0404p-flexem-4-input-4-output-pnp-module-24vdc","title":"F5-MD0404P Flexem 4 Input 4 Output PNP Module 24VDC","description":"\u003ch2\u003eF5-MD0404P Mixed I\/O Module – 4 Inputs 4 Outputs 24VDC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: \u003cstrong\u003eFlexem\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: FC5 Digital I\/O Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModels: \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404P\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Points: 4 digital inputs (bipolar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Points: 4 transistor outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupply Voltage: 24VDC for internal logic and outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInput Characteristics (Both Models)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Type: Bipolar – accepts both source (PNP) and sink (NPN) sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Voltage: 24VDC (input range 0~28.8VDC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Current: 7mA typical at 24VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Peak Voltage: 30V (limited to 1 hour per day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eON State Voltage: \u0026gt;15V (15~28.8V range)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOFF State Voltage: \u0026lt;5V (0~5V range)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eON State Current: \u0026gt;2.5mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOFF State Current: \u0026lt;1.0mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 3.3kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolation: Optocoupler isolation per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: Works with 2-wire and 3-wire sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable Length: 100m max with shielded cable, 50m unshielded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutput Characteristics (Transistor)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Points: 4 transistor outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Type: \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404N\u003c\/strong\u003e = NPN (sinking), \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404P\u003c\/strong\u003e = PNP (sourcing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Voltage: 24VDC (operating range 19.2~28.8VDC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Current: 0.5A per point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent per Group: 0.5A per common group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage Drop: 1VDC maximum when output is ON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeakage Current: \u0026lt;5μA when output is OFF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncandescent Lamp Load: 2.4W maximum per output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDerating: None – full current across temperature range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutput Switching Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart Time: 34μs maximum for fast response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn-off Time: 250μs maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Output Frequency: 1kHz for repetitive switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for solenoid valves, indicators, and small relays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Isolation Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort Circuit Protection: Available with automatic recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeak Short-circuit Current: 1.3A during fault condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-recovery: Checks every 10ms after short circuit or overload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamping Voltage: 39VDC maximum, ±1V for inductive load suppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Overvoltage Protection: 30V maximum (1 hour\/day limit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Isolation: 500V AC between outputs and internal logic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Isolation: Optocoupler provides channel isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between F5-MD0404P?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404N\u003c\/strong\u003e provides NPN (sinking) transistor outputs, while the \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404P\u003c\/strong\u003e provides PNP (sourcing) outputs. Choose based on your load common wiring requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use both NPN and PNP sensors with these modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the inputs are bipolar and accept both sensor types regardless of which output model you choose. The \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404N\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404P\u003c\/strong\u003e share identical input circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens during an output short circuit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe module limits current to 1.3A peak and automatically attempts recovery every 10ms. This protects both the module and your wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum inductive load I can switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe integrated clamping circuit handles inductive kickback up to 39VDC. For larger inductances, add external flyback diodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo these modules work with the Flexem FC5 CPU?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they connect directly to any Flexem FC5 CPU via the expansion bus. The system automatically detects the module type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix NPN and PNP outputs in the same system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, you can use both \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404N\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eF5-MD0404P\u003c\/strong\u003e modules together in the same PLC rack for different output requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e© 2026 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ubestplc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUbest Automation Limited\u003c\/a\u003e. 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