Arduino Opta Lite Micro PLC 12-24VDC (Ethernet & USB-C) | Najoom Al Falah KSA
Industrial IoT Automation Powered by Arduino and Finder The Arduino Opta Lite (AFX00003) is a secure, easy-to-use micro Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) designed with Industrial IoT capabilities. Developed in a strategic partnership with Finder - a leading manufacturer of industrial and building automation devices - the Opta Lite allows professionals to scale up automation projects while leveraging the open and widely known Arduino ecosystem. Designed with PLC engineers in mind, it supports both traditional Arduino sketches and standard IEC 61131-3 PLC languages, including Ladder Logic (LD) and Function Block Diagram (FBD). At its core is a powerful STM32H747XI dual-core MCU, enabling users to perform real-time control, monitoring, and predictive maintenance. Secure and durable by design, it supports Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates and ensures data security from the hardware level to the Cloud via an onboard ATECC608B secure element. The "Lite" variant is highly agile, featuring onboard 10/100 Ethernet and a USB-C® port for fast programming and data logging.
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Specifications
Category | Specification Details |
Brand | Arduino PRO |
Model/SKU | Opta Lite (AFX00003) |
Supply Voltage | 12…24 V DC |
Processor | STM32H747XI Dual ARM® Cortex® (M7 & M4) |
Inputs | 8x Configurable Digital / Analog (0-10V) Inputs |
Outputs | 4x Relays (Normally Open, 250 V AC - 10 A max per relay) |
Connectivity | 10/100 Ethernet (RJ45), USB-C® |
Memory | 1MB RAM, 2MB Internal Flash + 16MB Flash QSPI |
Security | ATECC608B Secure Element |
Operating Temperature | -20 °C to +50 °C (-4°F to 122°F) |
IP Protection rating | IP20 |
Certifications | cULus listed, ENEC, CE |
Additional Details
Key Features & Advantages
Dual-Core Processing Power: Features the STM32H747XI Dual ARM® Cortex® (M7 up to 480 MHz and M4 up to 240 MHz) for real-time operations without requiring external cooling.
Versatile Programming: Program it using the Arduino IDE or the Arduino PLC IDE with support for 5 standard IEC 61131-3 languages (Ladder, FBD, ST, SFC, IL).
Industrial Connectivity: Includes an onboard 10/100 Ethernet port (supporting TCP/IP or Modbus TCP) and a USB-C® port for programming.
High-Power Actuation: Equipped with 4 electromechanical relays (Normally Open) capable of switching up to 250 VAC at 10 A each (4 x 2.3 kW).
Hardware-Level Security: Integrated ATECC608B crypto element ensures X.509 standard compliance, secure boot, and safe OTA firmware updates.
DIN Rail Ready: Compact form factor designed for easy integration into standard industrial control panels and building automation systems.
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