MITSUBISHI SC-11 | DB9F to MD8 RS-232 PLC Programming Cable — 3M
The Mitsubishi SC-11 is a direct RS-232 serial programming cable for Mitsubishi FX Series PLCs. It connects a PC's native RS-232 COM port (DB9 Female) to the FX PLC's MD8 programming port for program upload/download and online monitoring.
2️⃣ Key Features
- DB9 Female (9-pin D-Sub) on PC side — connects to PC's native RS-232 COM port
- MD8 / Mini-DIN 8-Pin (Male) on PLC side — connects to FX Series RS-422 programming port
- 3-metre cable
- RS-232 to RS-422 passive conversion built into cable
3️⃣ Technical Specifications
| Cable Model |
SC-11 |
| Cable Length |
3 Metres (3M) |
| Interface — PC Side |
DB9 Female (9-pin D-Sub) |
| Interface — PLC Side |
MD8 / Mini-DIN 8-Pin (Male) |
| Protocol |
RS-232 (PC side) / RS-422 (PLC side) |
| OS Support |
Windows XP / 7 / 8 (native COM port) |
| Condition |
OEM Compatible — New (no retail box) |
4️⃣ Compatible Devices / Models
- Mitsubishi FX Series PLCs with MD8F round socket: FX1S, FX1N, FX2N, FX3U
- Use with FXGP/WIN, GX Developer, or GX Works2 software
⚠️ Always verify the exact port type and model number on your device before ordering.
5️⃣ Typical Use Cases
- Direct RS-232 PC-to-FX PLC programming (requires native serial COM port)
- Program upload/download and diagnostics
6️⃣ Package Contents
- 1× Mitsubishi SC-11 Programming Cable, DB9F to MD8, 3M (OEM Compatible — New)
7️⃣ Warranty
- 90-day replacement warranty
- Covers manufacturing defects; physical damage and improper installation not included
8️⃣ Additional Notes
- OEM compatible — not a Mitsubishi-branded unit.
- Requires a NATIVE RS-232 COM port. For USB connection, use FX-USB-AW (CPC-PLC-2303) or USB-SC09-FX (CPC-PLC-05f).
- The SC-09 is the earlier standard cable; SC-11 is a common OEM designation for the same DB9F-to-MD8 connection.