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PLCnext Technology is the ecosystem for industrial automation consisting of open hardware, modular engineering software, a global community, and a digital software marketplace.

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AXC F XT SPLC 1000 - PLC extension module

AXC F XT SPLC 1000 - PLC extension module

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Alignable safety controller for 32 PROFIsafe devices connected to a modularly expandable PLCnext Control (not for AXC F 1152)

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PLCNEXT TECHNOLOGY STARTERKIT - Starter kit

PLCNEXT TECHNOLOGY STARTERKIT - Starter kit

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PLCnext Technology Starterkit including PLCnext Control AXC F 2152, AXL Smart Elements DI16/DO16/AI4 I/O modules, slide potentiometer, push buttons, power supply unit, and patch cables.

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AXC F XT ETH 1TX - PLC extension module

AXC F XT ETH 1TX - PLC extension module

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PLCnext Control Extension, PLC extension module, Left alignment, Ethernet interface; interface: Ethernet: 1; Transmission speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps; degree of protection: IP20; Scope of supply: including bus base module and Axioline F connector; Supported controller: AXC F 2152, AXC F 3152, AXC F 2000 EA; The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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PLCNEXT ENGINEER - Programming software

PLCNEXT ENGINEER - Programming software

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Engineering software platform for Phoenix Contact automation controllers. PLCnext Engineer is IEC 61131-3-compliant and is available free of charge under Downloads. Its functionality can be extended using paid add-ins. To do this, open the license configurator via the “Configure” button.

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AXC F IL ADAPT - PLC extension module

AXC F IL ADAPT - PLC extension module

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PLCnext Control Extension, PLC extension module, Right alignment, Adapter terminal, Extension module; interface: INTERBUS local bus (master): 1; Amount of process data: 4096 bit; degree of protection: IP20; Scope of supply: including bus base module and Inline connector; Supported controller: AXC F 1152, AXC F 1252, AXC F 2152; The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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VPLCNEXT CONTROL 3000 OTP - Controller

VPLCNEXT CONTROL 3000 OTP - Controller

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Controller; Network license; application: Virtual control; Programming tool: PLCnext Engineer; Type of software: On-premises; Basic functions: Virtual control, The VPLCNEXT CONTROL is a powerful, real-time-capable virtual control based on PLCnext Technology.
It is provided as an OCI-compliant container (Open Container Initiative) and can be instantiated flexibly.

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AXC F XT EXP - PLC extension module

AXC F XT EXP - PLC extension module

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PLCnext Control Extension, PLC extension module, Left alignment, PCIe switch; interface: PCIe V2 switch: 3; Transmission speed: 4 Gbps; degree of protection: IP20; Scope of supply: including bus base module and Axioline F connector; Supported controller: AXC F 2152, AXC F 3152, AXC F 2000 EA; The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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AXC F XT IB - PLC extension module

AXC F XT IB - PLC extension module

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PLCnext Control Extension, PLC extension module, Left alignment, INTERBUS master; interface: INTERBUS remote bus: 1; Amount of process data: 4096 bit; Transmission speed: 500 kbps;, Transmission speed: 2 Mbps; degree of protection: IP20; Scope of supply: including bus base module and Axioline F connector; Supported controller: AXC F 2152, AXC F 3152; The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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RFC 4072R - Controller

RFC 4072R - Controller

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Controller (SPS), PLCnext Control; Programming: High-level language and IEC 61131-3; Operating system: Yocto/Linux® (real-time); Programming tool: PLCnext Engineer, Eclipse®, Visual Studio®, MATLAB®/ Simulink®; Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-6300U, 2x 2.4 GHz; PROFINET S2 system redundancy, The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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AXC F XT PB - PLC extension module

AXC F XT PB - PLC extension module

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PLCnext Control Extension, PLC extension module, Left alignment, PROFIBUS master; interface: PROFIBUS DP V0 / V1: 1; Amount of process data: 488 Byte; Transmission speed: 12 Mbps; degree of protection: IP20; Scope of supply: including bus base module and Axioline F connector; Supported controller: AXC F 2152, AXC F 3152; The product is being prepared for compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

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PLCnext Control

Real-time-capable, modular hardware, high-performance controllers, and edge devices, programmable in high-level languages and IEC 61131-3.

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PLCnext Store

Solution apps, software components, runtime systems, and function extensions for faster application development.

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PLCnext Community

Take advantage of new ways for IT and OT professionals to collaborate and the ever-growing expertise of the PLCnext Community.

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PLCnext Engineer

Development environment with HTML5 visualization and seamless integration of high-level languages. The basic version is available free of charge.

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PLCnext Technology connects the IT and OT worlds Make your application fit for IIoT and Industry 4.0

Digitalization and globalization are placing new demands on industrial automation. The precisely tailored design of the open automation system is just as important as flexible, modular expansion. In addition to standard programming of PLC systems in accordance with IEC 61131-3, parallel programming and the combination of programming languages such as C/C++, C#, and Matlab® Simulink® in real time is also possible with PLCnext Control. Accelerate your application development process with the free basic version of PLCnext Engineer. Or use your familiar programming environment. You decide.

With simple cloud integration, the option to use open source software, and the ever-expanding expertise of the PLCnext Community, you will benefit from new forms of collaboration. The resulting solution apps, software modules, runtime systems, and function extensions are available in the PLCnext Store and save an enormous amount of time and money when creating applications. This makes PLCnext Technology the ideal ecosystem for your modern automation challenge.

Real-time capability and combinability of IEC 61131-3 and high-level languages PLCnext Control

PLCnext Control is the control platform for PLCnext Technology. It enables automation without the limitations of proprietary systems. The Linux-based controllers are real-time capable for IEC 61131-3 and high-level languages such as C/C++ and MATLAB® Simulink®. The patented task handling approach combines IEC code, high-level languages, and model-based tools within a single task.

Integrate cloud services and other services via open interfaces. Use your system data to optimize processes, improve quality, and reduce costs without interfering with ongoing systems. PLCnext Control is TÜV-certified in accordance with IEC 62443-4-2 ML 3 Full Process Profile and IEC 62443-4-2. The AXC F 2152 and AXC F 3152 controllers also comply with IEC 61850 Ed. 2.1 and IEC 62351-3.

The portfolio includes scalable control solutions ranging from modular IP20 controllers; through high-performance controllers, right through to PC-based edge devices and the Virtual PLCnext Control. I/Os, interfaces, and functions can be flexibly extended. Optimized hardware is available for AI and edge applications. The open-source Linux kernel enables the integration of technologies such as OPC UA, TSN, and 5G, and ensures future-proofing.

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PLCnext Technology e-paper

Explore the interactive e-paper on PLCnext Technology, featuring use cases, 3D hardware renderings, and information on the four components of the ecosystem.

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Engineering software for industrial automation PLCnext Engineer

PLCnext Engineer combines traditional PLC programming, the latest software development approaches, and AI-powered assistance features in an open development environment for industrial automation. With this approach, you can develop, test, and optimize automation solutions more efficiently – from the initial project idea right through to commissioning. PLCnext Engineer bundles all the key functions developing applications for PLCnext Control into a single software package:

• Programming in accordance with IEC 61131-3
• Visualization
• Configuration
• Diagnostics

With the open architecture of PLCnext Technology, classic PLC programming, high-level languages, modern software development, and AI-powered functions can be connected flexibly with one another. This enables automation experts and IT experts to work on an application simultaneously, each using their own preferred tools and programming languages. This eliminates the limitations of proprietary development environments. In turn, this approach simplifies development processes, improves collaboration across different disciplines, and shortens the time to market for new applications.

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AI support for more efficient engineering

The integrated generative AI helps developers solve tasks more quickly, use knowledge more efficiently, and speed up development processes. It provides context-based information, assists in the creation and optimization of applications, and makes it easier to work with existing program code, configurations, and documentation. This makes it possible to realize new applications more quickly and to extend and optimize existing automation solutions efficiently.

In particular in complex applications, AI helps to make existing project and application knowledge available more quickly, shortens training times, and lightens the workload for engineering teams in their day-to-day work. The user retains control at all times: Suggestions are displayed transparently, and changes are applied only after confirmation. This allows engineering teams to free up more time for innovation, shorten development cycles, and accelerate the implementation of new automation solutions.

Unlimited programming possibilities

Matlab Simulink®

Matlab Simulink® is a software environment from The MathWorks Inc. that is used for the graphical modeling, simulation, development, and implementation of dynamic systems and control algorithms. In conjunction with PLCnext Technology, Simulink enables engineers to create sophisticated automation logic without the need for traditional PLC programming. With PLCnext Target for Simulink, models can be translated directly into IEC 61131-3-compliant function blocks or PLCnext Engineer programs and executed on PLCnext Control. This seamless integration bridges the gap between model-based development and industrial automation. It optimizes development, reduces errors, and shortens the time to market.

CODESYS

CODESYS is a widely used, powerful development environment which enables control projects to be implemented flexibly and intuitively in IEC 61131-3. With its open architecture, extensive libraries, and integrated visualization tools, CODESYS is also a great addition to the world of PLCnext Technology. Combine your familiar CODESYS development environment with the advantages and openness of PLCnext Technology. Enhance your CODESYS application with the flexibility and performance of C++ in real time. Connect any application to the CODESYS real-time world thanks to the seamless integration of the Global Data Space (GDS) of your PLCnext Control with CODESYS.

Eclipse® and Visual Studio with PLCnext Technology Toolchain

The PLCnext Technology Toolchain is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to rethink industrial automation. It gives developers the freedom to use modern high-level languages such as C++ and C# – for both real-time and non-real-time applications. With powerful tools such as the PLCnext CLI, an add-in for Eclipse®, and a Visual Studio® extension, the toolchain integrates seamlessly into established development environments and ensures a smooth workflow. Whether with Windows or Linux, the PLCnext Technology Toolchain offers maximum flexibility and openness for individual automation solutions. This turns classic PLC programming into a future-oriented engineering experience – open, networked, and limitless.

Podman – OCI container in PLCnext Technology

Phoenix Contact is using the Podman container-based solution for industrial automation. As a lightweight, docker-compatible container engine, Podman enables the deployment and management of applications directly on the controller, without any additional overhead or root daemons necessary. Since the introduction of firmware version 2023.0, Podman has been an integral part of the PLCnext Technology operating system. Developers can launch, manage, and automate containerized applications with just a few commands. These applications include, for example, Node-RED, OPC UA communication, and custom microservices. This integration makes PLCnext Control a platform for modular automation solutions. It is open to open-source tools and supports rootless containers. With Podman, you can count on flexibility, scalability, and a future-proof architecture.

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Best in class

PAC Innovation RADAR 2026

PLCnext Technology has been named “Best in Class” in the PAC Innovation RADAR 2026, winning the award for the fifth consecutive year.

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Time and cost savings in application development PLCnext Store

Complex software functions are becoming increasingly important in automation projects and require specialized knowledge. The PLCnext Store is a digital software marketplace providing solutions for this.

The PLCnext Store features software apps with which you can easily extend the functions of PLCnext Control. The offerings range from software libraries to fully developed apps that can be used without any programming knowledge. Third-party providers can also offer their own apps. You will find the right solutions for a variety of use cases in the store.

The offerings are constantly being added to, thereby broadening the range of applications. The PLCnext Store also features solutions for specialized requirements.

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Benefit from crowd knowledge PLCnext Community

Digitalization and globalization call for new forms of collaboration. Shorter development cycles and intense competition present companies with new challenges. With PLCnext Technology, several developers from different disciplines can work together on one project. This speeds up application development, especially for complex applications.

Use open source software, e.g., from GitHub. The community ensures that the code is less prone to errors, and bug fixes are available more quickly. This means you can increase your innovative strength and save resources. Stay in touch with the PLCnext Community website and social media. You will receive information on firmware updates and product news. Exchange ideals with others and make use of the forum. Share your experiences.

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Partnership between Phoenix Contact, Yaskawa, and Festo

Open technology meets strong partners – PLCnext Technology as an innovation platform

In networked automation, partnerships are a key factor in innovation and progress. PLCnext Technology lays the foundation for collaboration across organizational boundaries. Openness, trust, and shared values promote the exchange of expertise, shorten development cycles, and facilitate the integration of new technologies.

Developers, distributors, universities, and store partners contribute to the innovative strength of the ecosystem with their solutions. The open architecture of PLCnext Technology enables the integration of various technologies and supports customized solutions for industry-specific requirements.

At the heart of the PLCnext Technology Ecosystem is the PLCnext Technology Core, a licensable operating system for flexible and secure control solutions on embedded systems. Companies such as Festo and Yaskawa are expanding the ecosystem with their own solutions. Together, partners and the community are driving industrial automation forward.

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We need to make better use of existing potential, for faster developments and more innovative strength.
The PLCnext Store was designed to use the collective intelligence of the entire industry.

Ulrich Leidecker - Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, COO and President of Business Area Industry Management & Automation

Ulrich Leidecker

Your advantages with PLCnext Technology

Connected coworking

With PLCnext Technology, several developers from different generations can work on one controller program, in parallel and yet independently, using different programming languages. This enables you to develop complex applications quickly by combining the advantages of the classic PLC world with the openness and flexibility of PLCnext Technology.

Real-time execution independent of the language

Combine program sequences in different languages into tasks as desired. The task handling of PLCnext Technology (patent pending) enables program routines of different origin to be run as classic IEC 61131 PLC code – your high-level language programs automatically become deterministic. The platform ensures consistent data exchange and synchronous execution of the program code.

Flexible integration of open source software and apps

PLCnext Technology enables any desired combination of independently created program parts and complete applications. Using open source software and apps improves the efficiency of your development processes. There are no limits when it comes to future extensions.

Open interfaces and cloud integration

PLCnext Technology enables you to integrate current and future interfaces and protocols for open communication in highly networked automation systems. Implement new IoT-based business models through direct connection to cloud-based services and databases.

Using your favorite programming tool

The openness of PLCnext Technology enables you to use your favorite programming language, be it IEC 61131 or a high-level language. Develop your individual solution conveniently in a familiar development environment such as PLCnext Engineer, Matlab Simulink, Eclipse or Visual Studio.

Projects made with PLCnext Technology

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Increasing efficiency in existing systems

Increase the efficiency of your existing systems. Learn how PLCnext Technology Factory digitally extends and optimizes existing systems.

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Edge-based EV manufacturing at Audi

Learn more about the use of PLCnext Technology in electric vehicle manufacturing.

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Automating green hydrogen

Explore how PLCnext Technology is supporting the automation of hydrogen applications and contributing to the implementation of sustainable energy concepts.

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Philipp Eiben - Kraftwerk Huntorf, Process monitoring

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