A PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is a computing device, like your PC or smart phone, that is used to monitor and control the operation of machines and equipment used in utilities and industry. The PLC monitors inputs (i.e. voltages), and an internal computer makes decisions using logic to send commands to outputs (i.e. relays), that in turn control the machines and equipment. A programmable PLC is one that can be made to do a specific task. All PLCs today are programmable, but they range from basic to complex types. PLCs can also be monitored by other computer applications like SCADA or cloud-based apps. Recent advances in PLCs allow for much greater connectivity and integration with a centralized management system. Our next-generation PLCs offer built-in cybersecurity, connectivity to multiple devices or the cloud, and processing power needed to handle big data analysis. This product is part of the Modicon M580 range, an offer of Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) and safety Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) with built-in Ethernet. This processor module offers a maximum of 4 rack configuration and 36 application specific channels. It is a processor module with a current consumption of 270mA at 24V DC. It supports 1024 discrete, 256 analogue local I/O channels and 64 distributed equipment. It is furnished with Ethernet TCP/IP for service port, 2 Ethernet TCP/IP for device network, Ethernet for HSBY port and USB type mini B for integrated connections. It offers 600000 hours of MTBF. It has an integrated RAM of 4MB for program, 384kb for data, 10kb for system memory and expandable flash of 4GB for data storage. It is an IP20 rated product. It weighs 0.849kg. It is suitable for medium to large process applications. This product is certified by CE, Merchant Navy, UL, RCM, CSA, EAC. It meets EN 61131-2, EN 61000-6-4, EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61010-2-201 standards. The benefits of Modicon M580 are reduce time to market, improve reliability and sustainability, improve productivity with high performance and increase operating profitability due to improved access to data