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ILOGICS product family comparison
Use this selection guide to compare ILOGICS products at a glance.
Key product family comparison
| Comparison item | MPINO | MPAINO | MPS | MPA | MNET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product type | Integrated industrial Arduino | Modular industrial Arduino | Integrated ladder PLC | Modular ladder PLC | Communication slave remote I/O |
| User program | Arduino C/C++ & ladder logic | Arduino C/C++ & ladder logic | Ladder logic | Ladder logic | No user program |
| Development tools | Arduino IDE MPINO STUDIO 2 | Arduino IDE MPINO STUDIO 2 | MP STUDIO | MP STUDIO | No development tools |
| Hardware architecture | CPU and I/O on one PCB | CPU + I/O modules | CPU and I/O on one PCB | CPU + I/O modules | CPU + I/O modules |
Important: MPA is not an abbreviation for MPAINO. MPAINO is an Arduino product, while MPA is an MP STUDIO ladder product. MNET also does not accept downloaded Arduino or ladder programs.
How to read model names
- The leading number in
8A,16A,24A, etc. is the number of digital inputs. - The number before
Ris the number of relay outputs. - The number before
Tis the number of transistor outputs. 16A8R8Tis a mixed-output model with 16 digital inputs, 8 relay outputs, and 8 transistor outputs.-Sand-SUare compact products with only 1 serial communication channel.
MPINO (industrial Arduino): 9 integrated models
Program the controller with Arduino IDE (Arduino C/C++) or MPINO STUDIO 2 (Arduino C/C++ & ladder logic).
This is an all-in-one PCB product. The product includes all functions, including analog functions in addition to I/O.
- MPINO STUDIO
Create Arduino C code and ladder logic in one program. - MPINO Series
All-in-one products with the CPU and I/O on a single PCB. - MPAINO Series
Modular products with the CPU and I/O modules connected by cables. - Built-in Functions
ILOGICS built-in functions available directly in Arduino IDE.
| Model | Program | Digital inputs | Relay outputs | Transistor outputs | Analog inputs | Analog outputs | Temperature sensor inputs | High-speed pulse outputs | High-speed pulse inputs | Encoder Inputs | RS-232 | RS-485 | UART |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPINO-8A4T-S | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MPINO-8A4R-S | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MPINO-8A4R-SU | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPINO-8A8T-S | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPINO-8A8R-S | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPINO-8A8R | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPINO-16A8R | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPINO-16A16R | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPINO-16A8R8T | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
MPAINO — 14 modular Arduino models
Program the controller with Arduino IDE (Arduino C/C++) or MPINO STUDIO 2 (Arduino C/C++ & ladder logic).
Combine a CPU module with I/O and optional modules to configure the product. (Users cannot add or remove modules.)
| Model | Program | Digital inputs | Relay outputs | Transistor outputs | High-speed pulse inputs | Encoder Inputs | RS-232 | RS-485 | UART |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPAINO-8A8R | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-8A8T | Arduino & ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-16A16R | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-16A16T | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-16A32R | Arduino & ladder logic | 16 | 32 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-24A24R | Arduino & ladder logic | 24 | 24 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-24A24T | Arduino & ladder logic | 24 | 0 | 24 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-32A16R | Arduino & ladder logic | 32 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-32A32R | Arduino & ladder logic | 32 | 32 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-32A32T | Arduino & ladder logic | 32 | 0 | 32 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-48A48R | Arduino & ladder logic | 48 | 48 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-48A48T | Arduino & ladder logic | 48 | 0 | 48 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-64A64R | Arduino & ladder logic | 64 | 64 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPAINO-64A64T | Arduino & ladder logic | 64 | 0 | 64 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
MPS — 8 integrated MP STUDIO models
Program with ladder logic using MP STUDIO.
This is an all-in-one PCB product. The product includes all functions, including analog functions in addition to I/O.
MP STUDIO 2 is planned for release. MP STUDIO 2 is compatible with MP STUDIO.
- MPS Series
An all-in-one MP STUDIO product with the CPU and I/O on one PCB. - MPA Series
A modular MP STUDIO product that connects the CPU and I/O modules by cable.
| Model | Program | Digital inputs | Relay outputs | Transistor outputs | Analog inputs | Analog outputs | Temperature sensor inputs | High-speed pulse outputs | High-speed pulse inputs | Encoder Inputs | RS-232 | RS-485 | UART |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPS-8A4T-S | Ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MPS-8A4R-S | Ladder logic | 8 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MPS-8A8T-S | Ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPS-8A8R-S | Ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPS-8A8R | Ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPS-16A8R | Ladder logic | 16 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPS-16A16R | Ladder logic | 16 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| MPS-16A8R8T | Ladder logic | 16 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
MPA — 14 modular MP STUDIO models
Program with ladder logic using MP STUDIO.
Combine a CPU module with I/O and optional modules to configure the product. (Users cannot add or remove modules.)
MP STUDIO 2 is planned for release. MP STUDIO 2 is compatible with MP STUDIO.
| Model | Program | Digital inputs | Relay outputs | Transistor outputs | High-speed pulse inputs | Encoder Inputs | RS-232 | RS-485 | UART |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPA-8A8R | Ladder logic | 8 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-8A8T | Ladder logic | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-16A16R | Ladder logic | 16 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-16A16T | Ladder logic | 16 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-16A32R | Ladder logic | 16 | 32 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-24A24R | Ladder logic | 24 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-24A24T | Ladder logic | 24 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-32A16R | Ladder logic | 32 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-32A32R | Ladder logic | 32 | 32 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-32A32T | Ladder logic | 32 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-48A48R | Ladder logic | 48 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-48A48T | Ladder logic | 48 | 0 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-64A64R | Ladder logic | 64 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MPA-64A64T | Ladder logic | 64 | 0 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
MNET — 4 communication slave I/O models
Control I/O with the Modbus RTU or LS Industrial Systems Cnet protocol.
The CPU module includes DIP switches for selecting the baud rate and slave address.
1 RS-232 channel, 1 RS-485 channel, and 1 UART channel are available.
| Model | Program | Digital inputs | Relay outputs | Transistor outputs | Analog inputs | Analog outputs | Temperature sensor inputs | High-speed pulse outputs | High-speed pulse inputs | Encoder Inputs | RS-232 | RS-485 | UART |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNET-8A8R | None | 8 | 8 | 0 | 20 | 12 | 20 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MNET-8A8T | None | 8 | 0 | 8 | 20 | 12 | 20 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MNET-16A16R | None | 16 | 16 | 0 | 20 | 12 | 20 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| MNET-32A32R | None | 32 | 32 | 0 | 20 | 12 | 20 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Common expansion module comparison
The modular MPAINO, MPA, and MNET product families can be configured with optional modules in addition to the basic I/O modules.
| Code | Function | Channels / Signals | Maximum configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| X | Analog inputs | 4 points, select DC 0~5V / 0~10V / 0(4)~20mA / NTC | Up to 5 units, 20 points |
| F | PT100 inputs | 4 points, 2-wire or 3-wire, -200~800℃ | Up to 5 units, 20 points |
| Y | Analog outputs | 3 points, DC 0~5V / 0~10V / 0(4)~20mA | Up to 4 units, 12 points |
| K | Pulse outputs | 6 points, DC5V, 30mA or less, up to 1MHz | Up to 2 units, 12 points |
Choosing relay or transistor outputs
| Item | R: relay outputs | T: transistor outputs |
|---|---|---|
| Output type | Dry mechanical contacts | N-CH FET SINK outputs |
| Load power supply | Switch AC/DC within contact ratings | External DC power required |
| Speed | Relatively slow due to mechanical operation | Suitable for fast switching |
| Service life | Consider contact life and inrush current | No mechanical contact wear |
| Key wiring points | Check points per COM and COM current rating for each model | Check P24/N24 or V+/V- polarity and SINK wiring |
| Recommended loads | Loads requiring isolated contacts, such as contactors, solenoids and lamps | DC loads requiring rapid repetition, such as DC valves and lamps |
Relays can control higher-power AC and DC loads than transistors, but have an operating life of approximately 100,000 cycles and may suffer contact welding during rapid switching.
Transistors have no mechanical-contact service-life limit and operate silently, unlike relays, but can control only DC loads. Allowable voltage and current vary by product; check the detailed specifications of the selected product. (AC control is not supported.)