Industrial Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs) serve as specialized and rugged computers for automating real-time mechanical and industrial processes. From monitoring inputs, processing logic, and then controlling outputs in high-speed scan cycles, PLCs are essential systems for many industries—whether for high-volume, cost-sensitive controllers or high-performance, safety-integrated systems.

Renesas' industrial embedded PLC is a flexible and scalable system that meets a wide range of market needs with customizable I/Os and interfaces, gigabit Ethernet add-ons, and functional safety systems.

System Benefits​:

• Scalable architecture with variants that allow additional features based on the scale and industry requirements of the PLC system
• Robust embedded processors enabling high-speed, real-time industrial processes and versatile interfaces, with the option to add industry-approved software stacks (e.g., EtherCAT)
• Flexible I/O selection, including standard analog and digital I/Os and wired interfaces such as RS-232, RS-485, IO-Link, ASi-5, Ethernet, and USB
• Multiple connectivity options to support Bluetooth^®, LTE-M, or Wi-Fi^®, depending on system needs
• Voltage regulation from the standard 24VDC, ensuring system stability, safety, and reliability by reducing ripple and noise common in industrial environments