The SoftPLC-500 CPU directly replaces a SLC-500 in its rack!

  • No re-wiring – continue to use existing SLC I/O
  • Little to no re-engineering – automated ladder logic and documentation conversion
  • Continue to use existing HMI and communication networks
  • Little to no re-training of personnel
  • Continue to use existing I/O spare parts
  • Compatible with many options for modern I/O, HMI,’s, and networks for future migrations/system expansions

How to Order the SoftPLC-500 CPU:

The SoftPLC-500 uses TOPDOC NexGen software for configuration and troubleshooting and for the SLC-500 application conversion utility. A free TOPDOC NexGen license is included with your first SoftPLC purchase, see the Offers Tab.

When the product is released, your pre-order will need to be modified to specify the exact features of your new CPU.  This may change the pre-release  order price.

  • Specify the SoftPLC-500 I/O and communication capacity: RT Size (“RT Size” button describes the options).
  • The SoftPLC-500 supports 2 optional factory installed Communication Option Ports that can be for A-B Remote I/O (RIO) or DH+ (“blue-hose”) or for RS-485 (eg: for Modbus or ASCII).
  • Other factory options for the SoftPLC-500 are available such as WiFi, embedded web server, email, extended operating temperature and more.
SKU: SNS5-x

Options:  Where applicable, your selections are appended to the base catalog number to generate the specific SKU.  The option selection codes are separated in the SKU by dashes in the option order listed below.

RT Size: LT, 1K, 2K
Weight: 1 lbs
Dimensions: 6 × 6 × 3 in
  • A-B PLC Upgrade Incentive OfferFree programming/configuration software with your company’s first purchase of a SoftPLC PAC or Gateway! Simply add TOPDOC NexGen to your cart, and use coupon code “FreeTDNG” at checkout.
  • With your 1st purchase of TOPDOC PLC-2, PLC-5 or PLC-3, receive a $1000 discount on a new Smart or NeoPAC SoftPLC controller or Gateway.  Simply add your selected Smart/NeoPAC to your cart, and use coupon code “ABPLCUpgrade” at checkout.  (Free TOPDOC NexGen offer above also applies!)

 

 

SoftPLC-500: CPU for SLC-500 migrations keeping existing I/O

Replace your obsolete SLC-500 CPU with our SoftPLC-500.  No re-wiring or new I/O purchases required!  Convert your logic & continue using existing HMI, networks, etc!

SNS5-x

$1,950.00

Pre-Order Now!  Get a discount and be at the head of the line at product release. You won't be charged until you convert the Pre-Order to a purchase.

Estimated Availability: 3rd Quarter 2025

 
Pre-Order Details

By pre-ordering, you receive a discount and are at the head of the line for shipment at the time of product release.

You can cancel a pre-order any time prior to shipment without penalty.

To create a Pre-Order:

  1. Select the desired products/quantities into an empty cart using the “Pre-Order to Reserve” button .
  2. Place your order using the “Proceed to Checkout” button in the cart.
  3. Enter/confirm the billing/shipping details, accept the terms/conditions, then use the “Place Order” button.
  4. You will receive a Pre-Order confirmation email, with Pay Later status.  Your payment method will not be charged nor funds reserved. 
  5. Periodically, you will receive emails about the product release status.
  6. Prior to converting your Pre-Order to a purchase, we will contact you to confirm your order details. 

About RT Size

RT Size is a SoftPLC license setting that determines communication driver maximums.  RT Size only applies if you are using:

  • ModbusTCP Master:  # of Server Connections
  • Ethernet/IP:  # of Connection Bytes
  • A-B DH+/RIO:  # of Logical Racks
  • Tealware Local I/O: # of Discrete I/O (largest of 2 values)
Which RT Size should I choose?  

Select Lite (LT) if you are not using the protocols above. Use the table below to determine the RT Size needed for your application.

RT Size MBTCP Enet/IP  A-B Racks I/O
LT 2 64  1 128
1K 16 512  8 1024
2K 32 1024 16 2048
8K 127 4096 64 8192
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