When a control system needs to manage machines, field I/O, and multiple industrial communication protocols from one compact controller, using separate gateways and controllers can make the installation more complicated. The Wago PFC200 2nd Generation is designed to bring PLC control, industrial networking, protocol communication, and local visualization into one compact DIN-rail device.
Wago Controller PFC200, 2nd Generation, 2 x ETHERNET, RS-232/-485 Compact PLC
The Wago PFC200 2nd Generation is a compact PLC controller for industrial automation applications where reliable control and communication are required in a limited installation space. It uses a Cortex A8 processor at 1 GHz and runs Real-time Linux with the PREEMPT_RT patch. The controller supports CODESYS V3.5 and e!COCKPIT programming environments and provides IEC 61131-3 programming languages including Instruction List, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Continuous Function Chart, Structured Text, and Sequential Function Chart.
The controller provides extensive communication capabilities for connecting automation equipment and higher-level systems. It supports Modbus TCP, Modbus UDP, Modbus RTU, EtherNet/IP Adapter, EtherNet/IP Scanner, EtherCAT Master, OPC UA Server/Client, OPC UA Pub/Sub, MQTT, BACnet/IP, and telecontrol protocols. It also provides RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces, while Ethernet communication supports protocols such as DHCP, DNS, NTP, FTP, FTPS, SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, and SSH.
For applications that require remote monitoring or operator access, the PFC200 supports Web-Visu visualization and has 512MB RAM, 4096MB internal flash memory, and SD card storage. Its memory architecture supports CODESYS program and data requirements, while the controller can handle up to 250 modules per node and up to 64 modules without a bus extension. The programmable status LEDs also provide information about the system, program, local data bus, and power supply.
The controller is powered by 24 VDC SELV/PELV and uses CAGE CLAMP® connections for system and field supply. System and field circuits have 500 V isolation, while the power jumper contacts support a current carrying capacity of 10A. Its DIN-35 rail mounting and compact 78.6 mm width make it suitable for control cabinets where installation space is limited.
The PFC200 is designed for industrial environments with an operating temperature of 0 to +55°C, IP20 protection, 4g vibration resistance, and 15g shock resistance. Its EMC specifications include EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3 for marine applications. With its combination of PLC programming, Ethernet and serial communication, industrial protocols, Web-Visu, modular I/O capability, and DIN-rail construction, it can be used for machine control, process automation, distributed I/O control, industrial networking, and marine automation applications.
Key features
- Compact PLC with Cortex A8; 1 GHz processor
- Real-time Linux with PREEMPT_RT patch
- CODESYS V3.5 and e!COCKPIT programming environment
- Modbus, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, OPC UA, MQTT and BACnet/IP support
- 2 x RJ-45 Ethernet and RS-232/-485 interfaces
- Web-Visu visualization support
- DIN-35 rail mounting with compact housing
- 500 V system/field isolation
Specifications
| Technical data |
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| Communications |
Modbus TCP master/client
Modbus (UDP)
Modbus (RTU)
ETHERNET
EtherNet/IP Adapter
EtherNet/IP Scanner
EtherCAT Master
OPC UA Server/Client
OPC UA Pub/Sub
MQTT
RS-232 serial interface
RS-485 interface
BACnet/IP
Telecontrol protocols |
| ETHERNET protocols |
DHCP
DNS
NTP
FTP
FTPS
SNMP
HTTP
HTTPS
SSH |
| Telecontrol protocols |
IEC 60870 (additional license as client or master)
IEC 61850 (additional license as client or server)
DNP3 (additional license as client or master) |
| Visualization |
Web-Visu |
| Operating system |
Real-time Linux (with PREEMPT_RT patch) |
| Support period for security updates |
> 5 years |
| CPU |
Cortex A8; 1 GHz |
| Programming languages per IEC 61131-3 |
Instruction List (IL)
Ladder Diagram (LD)
Function Block Diagram (FBD)
Continuous Function Chart (CFC)
Structured Text (ST)
Sequential Function Chart (SFC) |
| Programming environment |
CODESYS V3.5
e!COCKPIT |
| Transmission rate |
ETHERNET: 10/100 Mbit/s |
| Transmission medium (communication/fieldbus) |
ETHERNET: Twisted Pair S-UTP; 100 Ω; Cat. 5; 100 m maximum cable length |
| Main memory (RAM) |
512MB |
| Internal memory (flash) |
4096MB |
| Non-volatile hardware memory |
128kbyte |
| Program memory |
CODESYS V2: 16 MB; CODESYS V3: 32 MB |
| Data memory |
CODESYS V2: 64 MB; CODESYS V3: 128 MB |
| Non-volatile software memory |
128kbyte |
| Non-volatile software memory |
128.kbyte |
| Type of memory card |
SD card |
| Memory Card Slot |
Push-push mechanism; Cover lid (sealable) |
| Number of modules per node (max.) |
250 |
| Number of modules without a bus extension (max.) |
64 |
| Input and output process image (internal) max. |
1000 words/1000 words |
| Input and output process image (Modbus®) max. |
CODESYS V2: 1000 words/1000 words; CODESYS V3: 32000 words/32000 words |
| Drift – system clock (25 °C) |
20ppm |
| Drift – Real Time Clock (25 °C) |
3ppm |
| RTC backup time (25 °C) |
30Tage |
| Supply voltage (system) |
24 VDC, SELV/PELV (-25 … +30 %); via wiring interface (CAGE CLAMP® connection);
External fuse required: 2 A slow-blow
|
| Input current (typ.) at nominal load (24 V) |
550mA |
| Total current (system supply) |
1,700mA |
| Current carrying capacity (power jumper contacts) |
10A |
| Number of outgoing power jumper contacts |
3 |
| Isolation |
500 V system/field |
| Connection Data |
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| Connection technology: communication/fieldbus |
Modbus (TCP, UDP): 2 x RJ-45; Modbus RTU: 1 x D-sub 9 socket;
RS-232 serial interface: 1 x D-sub 9 socket; RS-485 interface: 1 x D-sub 9 socket
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| Connection technology: system supply |
2 x CAGE CLAMP® |
| Connection technology: field supply |
6 x CAGE CLAMP® |
| Connectable conductor materials |
Copper |
| Connection type |
System/field supply |
| Solid conductor |
0.08 … 2.5 mm² / 28 … 14 AWG |
| Fine-stranded conductor |
0.08 … 2.5 mm² / 28 … 14 AWG |
| Strip length |
8 … 9 mm / 0.31 … 0.35 inches |
| Connection technology: device configuration |
1 x Male connector; 4-pole |
| Physical data |
|
| Width |
78.6 mm / 3.094 inches |
| Height |
100 mm / 3.937 inches |
| Depth |
71.9 mm / 2.831 inches |
| Depth from upper-edge of DIN-rail |
64.7 mm / 2.547 inches |
| Mechanical data |
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| Mounting type |
DIN-35 rail |
| Material data |
|
| Color |
light gray |
| Housing material |
Polycarbonate; polyamide 6.6 |
| Fire load |
2.273MJ |
| Weight |
214.8g |
| Conformity marking |
CE |
| Environmental requirements |
|
| Ambient temperature (operation) |
0 … +55 °C |
| Ambient temperature (storage) |
-25 … +85 °C |
| Protection type |
IP20 |
| Pollution degree |
2 per IEC 61131-2 |
