Arduino PLC Starter Kit [AKX00051] – Includes Arduino Opta for Industrial Automation, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, I/O Modules & 20+ Hours of Online Learning Content | Cloud Integration for Smart Manufacturing

Product description

Explore PLC

Get 20 hours of lessons with the Explore PLC course. Learn about Programmable Logic Controllers, Modbus RS-485 communications, and integration with industrial simulated systems, among other topics.

5 PLC Programming Languages Supported

Program the kit effortlessly using the Arduino PLC IDE. This user-friendly environment simplifies PLC programming for teachers and students. Choose from any of the five IEC programming languages

Enhanced Arduino IDE 2

With PLC Starter Kit you will have an Intro to IEC 61131-3 standard programming languages. However Arduino Opta WiFi, can be programmed and integrated into industrial automation system with IDE 2 too

Cloud-Ready Hardware

Integrate seamlessly with Arduino Cloud services for IoT projects, enabling remote control functionalities for both classroom and real-world scenarios.

The Core of Arduino Opta

At the heart of the Arduino PLC Starter Kit is the Arduino Opta WiFi, already a proven success in industry. This powerful core features the STM32H747XI dual-core Arm Cortex-M7 +M4 MCU.

Integrated System DIN I/O Simulators

Includes a digital input and output simulator, Arduino DIN Simul8, the DIN Celsius custom-designed board featuring eight switches and power control, a resistor array, and temperature sensor.

The Arduino PLC Starter Kit [AKX00051] is an all-in-one educational solution for learning industrial automation. Featuring the Arduino Opta PLC, it covers everything from basic I/O control to advanced IoT and cloud integration. Ideal for students, engineers, and makers, this kit helps you build automation systems, smart factories, and IoT projects. Perfect for hands-on learning in industrial automation and smart technologies.
The Arduino Opta PLC at the core of this kit provides real-time control and programmable logic. With digital and analog I/O support, it interfaces with sensors, motors, and relays to automate processes like manufacturing and monitoring. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity allow seamless communication with industrial devices, smart sensors, and cloud platforms, making it ideal for automation and IoT applications in industrial environments.
Comprehensive Online Learning Content: This starter kit includes over 20 hours of online content designed to guide you through every aspect of industrial automation. The structured courses cover topics like PLC programming (using both ladder logic and structured text), I/O configuration, real-time data logging, and advanced automation systems. Each module is paired with practical, hands-on projects to reinforce concepts and provide real-world experience.
The kit includes sensors, actuators, relays, and communication modules to help you build automation systems. Learn to develop smart manufacturing solutions, monitor systems in real-time, and manage automated workflows. Easily create IoT-enabled devices that communicate with machines or cloud services to collect data, control operations remotely, and visualize results. Ideal for hands-on projects in industrial automation and IoT development.
This kit enables cloud integration with platforms like AWS IoT, ThingSpeak, or Microsoft Azure for remote monitoring and control. Connect your PLC system to the cloud to enable smart factory applications such as predictive maintenance, real-time analytics, and remote operation. Perfect for gaining practical experience in Industry 4.0 concepts and building IoT solutions for industrial environments. Ideal for hands-on learning in modern industrial automation.