α/α2 Series PLC Discontinuation Notice

This technical bulletin announces the discontinuation of Mitsubishi Electric's α/α2 series PLCs and related modules due to difficulty sourcing dedicated ICs, with final orders accepted until June 30, 2025, and production ending September 30, 2025. It provides a list of affected models, recommends replacement with MELSEC iQ-F or MELSEC-F series, and includes a detailed specification comparison between discontinued and alternative models.