Dive into the world of automation with Arduino Opta, a user-friendly micro-PLC developed in collaboration with Finder, a prominent manufacturer in industrial and building automation. Explore its versatility within the familiar Arduino environment and uncover new opportunities for automation projects.
MIROSLAV PISKOR SOS electronic Product Specialist More articles from the author
4 reasons to use the micro–PLC Arduino OPTA
Thanks to its computing power, the Arduino OPTA Micro PLC is ideal for a wide range of real-time control, monitoring, and predictive maintenance applications. The benefits of the open and widely recognized Arduino environment contribute to expanding automation projects not only in the industry.
Programming
The Arduino PLC IDE allows you to program Arduino Opta using the five ways defined by the IEC 61131-3 standard:
- Ladder Diagram (LD)
- Functional Block Diagram (FBD)
- Structured Text (ST)
- Sequential Function Chart (SFC)
- Instruction List (IL)
“Arduino Opta allows combining PLC programming according to IEC 61131-3 with Arduino sketches (C++) within an integrated sketch editor and seamlessly accessing variables between these two environments. To program using methods defined in IEC 61131-3, you will need to unlock the hardware with a lifelong license key, available in the Arduino online store,” says Miroslav Piskor, Product Specialist at SOS electronic.
Security
Hardware level
- ATECC608B cryptographic co-processor
Drivers, RTOS, middleware
- Arduino Lint, a command-line tool that checks for common problems with Arduino projects
- Secure Boot
- Rigorous SW testing before deployment, penetration tests
- Regular security updates
Cloud
- Amazon AWS infrastructure-based cloud
- 2-factor authentication
- Auth0 authentication required
- Secure over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates and cloud device management
Hardware
Microcontroller and memory
STM32H747XI Dual ARM® Cortex®: Cortex-M7 core, max. 480 MHz, Cortex-M4 core, max. 240 MHz, 1 MB RAM, 2 MB Flash + 16 MB QSPI Flash
Inputs and outputs
- 8 x configurable digital/analog ( 0-10V ) input
- 4x relays, NO contact ( 250 VAC/10 A )
- Expansion port for additional input/output modules
Security
- ATECC608B cryptographic co-processor
Connectivity
- 10/100 Ethernet (TCP/IP or Modbus TCP)
- RS485 (Modbus RTU)
- Wi-Fi + Bluetooth® Low Energy
- USB-C for programming
RTC
- Backup typically for 10 days at a temperature of 25 °C.
- NTP synchronization via Ethernet.
Certificates
cULus, CE, CB, WEEE, ENEC, REACH, UKCA, FCC
Environment
- Supply voltage: 12 to 24 VDC
- Ambient operating temperatures: –20 to +50 °C
Variants
- Arduino Opta Lite – AFX00003: Ethernet and USB-C port
- Arduino Opta RS485 – AFX00001: Ethernet and USB-C port plus RS485
- Arduino Opta Wi-Fi – AFX00002: Ethernet, USB-C port, RS485 plus Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® Low Energy
Typical use cases
- Controlling compressors in paint lines
- Managing flow circulation and liquid discharge control in water treatment plants
- Monitoring levels and automatic tank replenishment
- Automated packaging line
- Predictive maintenance of existing machinery
- HVAC
Why choose Arduino Opta?
- Interoperability and no vendor lock-in
(Vendor lock-in: the cost of switching to another supplier’s product is so high that the customer is essentially forced to continue using the original supplier’s products) - Best-in-class security
- Massive talent pool in the Arduino community
- Similar or better features than micro PLCs from well-known brands such as Siemens Logo!, Rockwell Micro810, or Schneider Zelio Logic
The Arduino OPTA Micro PLC have been included in SOS electronic inventory as stock item to be immediately available for your projects. In addition, their inventory includes development boards, starter kits, and Arduino accessories for embedded systems, designed for your development, testing, and education.
Are you interested in more information about Arduino products or technical advice in selecting a product? Or do you have another question or request? Feel free to contact SOS electronic.
