Opto 22 PAC Control
The flowchart-based development environment for your PAC Project applications.
Overview
PAC Control is the flowchart-based development environment for programming Opto 22's groov EPIC and SNAP PAC controllers. It provides an intuitive and easy-to-learn alternative to traditional ladder logic programming. It is part of the free PAC Project Basic software suite.
✨ Key Features
- Flowchart-based programming language
- Plain English commands
- Powerful debugging tools
- Integrated scripting language
- Part of the free PAC Project Basic software suite
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Flowchart-based programming, which is easier to learn and understand than ladder logic
- Free software and excellent customer support
- Open and flexible hardware platform
Unique Value: A free and intuitive flowchart-based programming software for Opto 22's powerful and reliable PACs, making industrial control easier to implement and maintain.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Oil and gas
- Water and wastewater
- Manufacturing
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who are only comfortable with ladder logic programming
- Applications requiring very high-speed, deterministic control
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more user-friendly and accessible approach to programming industrial controllers, with its flowchart-based language and free software, which can lower the barrier to entry for industrial automation.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (N/A tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: PAC Control is part of the free PAC Project Basic software suite.
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