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From prototyping, to industrial monitoring and control, to SCADA and data visualization, you can now realize your goals with a groov EPIC System from Opto 22.

The Opto 22 Advantage

  • Easy-to-use industrial products built for the network’s edge
  • Open standards and protocols
  • Built-in security features
  • Guaranteed-for-life I/O
  • Free product support

groov EPIC System

Automation and IIoT Made Simple

Your best choice for any Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) or automation application.

The GRV-EPIC-PR1 Edge Programmable Industrial Controller is an embedded Linux®, real-time controller with gateway functions. This groov EPIC® processor provides control, connectivity, data handling, and visualization at the edge of your network and is ideal for industrial internet of things (IIoT) applications or any automation application.

The modern design of the GRV-EPIC-PR1 offers a condensed and sturdy unit that features a resistive-touch, high-resolution LCD display for I/O and network configuration, troubleshooting, and system HMI. The LCD display lifts to provide easy access to the power button, power supply connectors, network interfaces, ports, and status LEDs.

  • Dual, independent Gigabit Ethernet network interfaces enable the processor to maintain separate connections to trusted and untrusted networks.
  • Dual USB ports extend the capabilities of the processor so it can handle serial communications, communicate with touchscreen monitors, or connect to your network with approved WiFi adapters.
  • HDMI port displays configuration and groov View HMI on an external large screen, which is also useful for OEM applications where the EPIC system is built into a machine.
  • Built-in security features help you build a secure system: configurable device firewall, data encryption, security certificate management, user authentication, VPN.
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Here are some of the EPIC features you'll like.

If you spec or buy systems:

  • UL Hazardous Locations approved and ATEX compliant
  • Wide -20 to 70 °C operating temperature range
  • Stainless-steel chassis with 4, 8, or 16 I/O modules
  • I/O module density of up to 24 channels per module
  • Multi-featured analog input with voltage, current, and loop sourcing in single module
  • Analog input resolution of 20 bits at 0.1% accuracy over span
  • DC outputs with load switching at 0.4 A per channel @ 70 ºC
  • AC outputs with load switching at 0.5 A per channel @ 70 ºC; blown-fuse detection
  • AC/DC mechanical relay output at 5 A per channel @ 70 ºC
  • Channel-to-channel isolation available
  • Multiple power supply options including AC, DC, and pass-through
  • Dual, independent Gigabit Ethernet network interfaces
  • Fully compatible with the SNAP PAC System
  • All products made in the U.S.A.

If you install, commission, or use systems in the field:

  • Integrated high-resolution color touchscreen for commissioning and HMI
  • No PC required for I/O and network configuration or troubleshooting
  • Touch-sensitive pad on I/O modules for configuring and testing
  • Viewable I/O module specs and wiring diagrams
  • Stainless-steel DIN rail or panel mounted chassis
  • Compact footprint with integrated power supply
  • Spring-clamp terminal strip directly atop I/O module accommodating up to 14 AWG wire
  • Integrated wireway with two-position swing-away cover
  • Single module retention screw and strain relief tab built in
  • LED indicators for module health at a glance, and for individual discrete channels
  • Hot-swappable I/O

If you're a developer:

  • Securely shares data among databases, cloud services, PLC systems, and more
  • Real-time, open-source Linux OS
  • Programming choices including flowchart-based PAC Control with optional scripting, and any IEC 61131-3 compliant language like ladder diagram and function block diagram
  • Optional secure shell access (SSH) for your own custom-developed application
  • groov View for building and securely viewing operator interfaces from any authorized mobile device or PC with a web browser—and from the EPIC controller's touchscreen
  • Open-source Node-RED for wiring together APIs, cloud applications, and databases with simple data flows, using pre-built nodes
  • Ignition Edge (a product of Inductive Automation®) with OPC-UA drivers to Allen-Bradley® and Siemens® PLC systems
  • MQTT transport protocol with Sparkplug payload for efficient data communications
  • RESTful API to groov EPIC controller

If you're an OEM:

  • Remote configuration, troubleshooting, and system visualization from any web browser on any authorized device
  • Integrated high-resolution color touchscreen with HDMI output for optional external monitor
  • groov View HMI viewable on touchscreen, external monitor, and browser-based devices
  • Dual, independent Gigabit Ethernet network interfaces
  • Dual USB ports for serial communications or touchscreen monitors
  • Real-time, open-source Linux OS running on an industrial quad-core ARM® processor
  • 2 GB RAM, 6 GB user space on industrial solid-state drive

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An edge programmable industrial controller, groov EPIC is much more than a PLC or a PAC. It’s designed from the ground up as both a reliable real-time industrial controller and a processor to collect, process, display, and exchange data.

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Prototype Your IIoT Project and Learn about EPIC

groov EPIC Learning Center

Packed with fully-functioning EPIC hardware and software, the groov EPIC Learning Center is an integral part of free OptoU Online Training. Also included: attendance for two students at Premium Factory Training in Temecula, California.

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All you need is a Raspberry Pi, Opto 22 industrial digital I/O, and developer samples and resources for fast proofs of concept.

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Applications

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Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

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Remote Monitoring

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Process Control

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Discrete Control

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SCADA

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Water & Wastewater Treatment