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HMI PLC combination
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Allowing users to perform operator interface and control for a range of applications, the IDEC FT1A Touch micro programmable controller series of combo HMI+PLC units provides up to 158 discrete and analog inputs and outputs, PID control, Ethernet communications and a built-in 3.8-in. touchscreen HMI. The 2-point built-in analog inputs accept 4-20mA and 0-10VDC. Communications include RS232C and RS485 ports for serial networking.