PLCnext- Next generation PLC

Name: PLCnext- Next generation PLC
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Learn about PLC Programming (Digital and Analog), OPC UA, MQTT and Cloud interfacing

Created byRajvir Singh

Last updated 6/2025

English

What you'll learn

PLC Programming with PLCnext
HMI Screen designing
Interfacing external hardware (Raspberry pi) with PLC via OPC UA
Interfacing external software (FACTORY IO) with PLC via OPC UA

Course content

4 sections • 18 lectures • 1h 55m total length

Welcome0:40
Unboxing PLCnext6:42
Experience the PLCnext open controller from Phoenix Contact, the next generation PLC for IIoT, with OPC UA, MQTT, PROFINET, cloud connectivity, and a Linux-based platform.
Quiz 1
Connect with us0:40
PLCnext - PLC to PC Communication6:12
Learn to connect PLCnext software to hardware using PLC next engineer 2020.0, verify ethernet, and synchronize IP addresses by scanning the network and adding the PLC to the project.
Quiz 2
PLCnext - Programming with local variables5:43
Learn to write a PLCnext program using local variables and a function block, assign it to a cyclic task, download to hardware, and test logic with boolean inputs.
PLCnext - Programming the Controller External Digital IOs8:54
Define external digital and analog I/Os in a PLCnext project, link them to PLC variables, and monitor results with the built-in logic analyzer.
PLCnext - Programming the Controller External Analog IOs12:11
Learn to read and drive external analog input 01 and analog output 01 on PLCnext by defining them, linking via the PLC, and using To_WORD conversion.
Quiz 3

PLCnext - Designing the HMI for Digital IOs14:56
Create an HMI inside the PLCnext by adding an HMI page, mapping external variables to PLC IO, and building A, B, X buttons with dynamic colors and simulator access.
PLCnext - Designing the HMI for Analog Inputs14:36
Design an hmi for analog inputs in PLCnext, using a horizontal gauge, scaling 0–10 volts or 0–100 percent, and linking hmi tags to read analog 01.
PLCnext - Designing the HMI for Analog Outputs11:27
Design an hmi for analog outputs using a slider to set 0 to 10 volts and connect the hmi tag to the plc analog output with 0 to 30000 scaling.
PLCnext- Monitoring and controlling HMI in browser3:05
Visualize the plcnext hmi in your browser using the ip address and built in web server. Drag and drop variables to create hmi and view signals over ethernet or wifi.
Quiz 4

PLCnext- Activating OPCUA and interfacing with UaExpert7:48
Activate the PLCnext OPC UA server, configure the PLC IP and tag visibility, and connect with an OPC UA client such as UaExpert to read and monitor tags.
PLCnext- Interfacing Node-RED via OPCUA17:03
Interface PLCnext with Node-RED via OPC UA: configure a client endpoint, read analog input scaled values, visualize on a dashboard gauge, and write outputs to the PLC.
PLCnext- Interfacing FACTORY IO via OPCUA4:02
Demonstrates integrating PLCnext with FACTORY IO via OPC UA, using an OPC UA server and tags to control motor speed, start/stop, and box counting from external software.
Quiz 5
Learn more about IIoT0:47

Requirements

Fundamentals of digital electronics

Description

Master Industrial Automation with the PLCnext AXC F 2132 Controller

From PLC Programming to IIoT Cloud Integration – All in One Hands-On Course

Are you experienced with PLCs, HMIs, or IIoT systems—but never worked with a device that brings it all together? Meet the PLCnext AXC F 2132 Controller: a next-gen, Linux-based industrial controller that seamlessly supports modern communication protocols like MQTT, OPC UA, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP, and SNTP.

This practical, project-based course is your gateway to mastering PLCnext from scratch—ideal for industrial automation professionals, engineers, and students eager to build cutting-edge smart factory solutions.

What You’ll Learn:

Introduction to PLCnext Technology
Get a clear overview of the hardware, architecture, and key features of the PLCnext ecosystem.
PLCnext Programming with PLCnext Engineer
Learn how to program digital and analog I/Os with real-world examples using the PLCnext Engineering software.
Design Custom HMIs
Build interactive HMI screens for real-time visualization of your I/O data.
OPC UA Communication
Activate OPC UA on your controller and read data using UaExpert for seamless interoperability.
Node-RED Integration
Deploy Node-RED directly on the PLCnext for powerful IIoT workflows and data visualization.
Factory I/O Simulation
Simulate industrial processes by interfacing FACTORY I/O with PLCnext through OPC UA.
Cloud Connectivity via MQTT (Bonus)
Explore how PLCnext can send data to the cloud using lightweight, secure MQTT protocols.

Why Take This Course?

HD video lessons and downloadable resources
Hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
Perfect for beginners and professionals in industrial automation, IIoT, and PLC programming
Certificate of Completion to showcase your skills

Enroll today and gain in-demand skills to future-proof your career in Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing.

Who this course is for:

Beginners in PLC Programming
Students or Engineers who wants to learn PLC Programming with IoT Tools

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Course content

Introduction to PLCnext AXC F 21327 lectures • 41min

Initializing HMI in PLCnext4 lectures • 44min

Interfacing PLCnext with Raspberry pi via OPC UA and MQTT4 lectures • 30min

Course Wrap-up3 lectures • 1min

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