Arduino PLC Starter Kit AKX00051 (Arduino Opta WiFi PLC)

The Arduino PLC Starter Kit AKX00051 brings industrial-grade programmable logic control to the Arduino ecosystem, built around the Arduino Opta WiFi. Unlike typical microcontroller boards, this kit is designed for real automation tasks, combining the flexibility of Arduino with the reliability of a DIN-rail mountable PLC. It supports both the familiar Arduino IDE and the IEC 61131-3 compliant PLC IDE, making it suitable for both makers and professional engineers.

Highlights

• Powered by STM32H747XI dual-core processor (Cortex-M7 480MHz + Cortex-M4 240MHz)
• 8 configurable inputs (digital, analog 0-10V, 4-20mA) and 4 relay outputs (250V AC/10A)
• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, Ethernet, and RS485 Modbus RTU connectivity
• DIN-rail mountable, IP20 rated, operating temperature -20°C to +50°C
• Includes 12V/2A power supply, USB-C cable, DIN rail mounting kit, terminal blocks, and 1-year PLC IDE license

In daily use

The Opta WiFi at the heart of this kit handles real-time control and monitoring with ease. Its dual-core architecture allows separation of critical control tasks from communication, while the secure element (ATECC608B) ensures data integrity. Whether you're automating a small machine, building a smart building system, or prototyping an industrial IoT solution, the Arduino PLC Starter Kit provides the hardware and software tools to get started quickly.

Full specifications

• Processor: STM32H747XI dual-core (Cortex-M7 480MHz, Cortex-M4 240MHz)
• Memory: 1MB RAM, 2MB Flash
• Inputs: 8x configurable (digital, analog 0-10V, 4-20mA)
• Outputs: 4x relay (250V AC/10A, 30V DC/10A)
• Operating voltage: 12-24V DC
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, BLE 5.0, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, RS485 Modbus RTU
• Programming: Arduino IDE, PLC IDE (IEC 61131-3)
• Security: ATECC608B secure element
• Real-time clock with battery backup
• Mounting: DIN rail
• Protection rating: IP20
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
• USB: USB-C for programming/debugging
• Cloud: Arduino IoT Cloud compatible
• Certifications: CE, FCC, UKCA, RCM, RoHS, REACH
• Kit contents: Arduino Opta WiFi, power supply (12V/2A), USB-C cable, DIN rail mounting kit, terminal blocks, 1-year PLC IDE license

Final note

The Arduino PLC Starter Kit AKX00051 is a complete solution for anyone looking to explore industrial automation with the Arduino ecosystem, offering professional-grade capabilities in a maker-friendly package.