WAGO 750-8302 PFC300 Controller, Compact PLC with Dual Core 1.4 GHz CPU, Dual Gigabit Ethernet & RS-485
Wago
$2,028.00
DUAL-CORE 1.4 GHz
2 GB RAM · 32 GB FLASH
CODESYS V3.5
REAL-TIME LINUX
ATEX / IECEx Zone 2
WAGO PFC300 Controller (750-8302) — The Next-Generation Compact PLC
The WAGO 750-8302 Controller PFC300 is a compact programmable logic controller built on a Dual Core ARM Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.4 GHz, paired with 2 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32 GB of eMMC flash — a generational leap in compute headroom over the PFC200 family. It runs a real-time Linux operating system with the PREEMPT_RT patch and is programmed natively in CODESYS V3.5. Two configurable Ethernet ports with an integrated managed switch enable line topology wiring or two segregated networks, while a 9-pin D-sub RS-485 interface provides serial connectivity to legacy field devices. The PFC300 directly accepts the full 750/753 Series I/O catalog — up to 250 modules per node — making it a drop-in upgrade path for engineers already standardized on the WAGO I/O System.
Typical applications include packaging, bottling and filling lines, textile machinery, metal and wood processing equipment, building automation, and process industry control. With ATEX and IECEx Zone 2 approvals, plus ABS and DNV certifications, the 750-8302 is also suitable for hazardous-area installations and marine/offshore deployments.
FOR OEMs & MACHINE BUILDERS
Headroom for Tomorrow’s Code
Dual-core compute, 2 GB RAM and 32 GB flash give your firmware team room to grow — complex motion sequences, OPC UA Pub/Sub publishing, embedded Web visualizations and IIoT libraries all run on the same controller without compromise. Native CODESYS V3.5 with the MULTICORE feature lets you split tasks across cores for deterministic cycle times.
FOR PLANT, MRO & INTEGRATORS
One Controller, Every Protocol
Modbus TCP/UDP/RTU, EtherNet/IP scanner and adapter, EtherCAT master, PROFINET (limited), MQTT and OPC UA server/client are integrated into CODESYS out of the box. Add IEC 60870, IEC 61850 or DNP3 telecontrol and BACnet via license. The integrated managed switch supports STP/RSTP for resilient line and ring topologies.
PFC300 vs. PFC200: What’s Changed
The PFC300 is a clean-sheet redesign, not a refresh. If you’re currently specifying a 750-8212 or comparable PFC200 G2 controller, here’s how the 750-8302 compares head-to-head:
| Specification | PFC200 G2 (750-8212) | PFC300 (750-8302) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex-A8, single core, 1.0 GHz | Dual Core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.4 GHz |
| RAM | 512 MB | 2 GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Flash | 4 GB | 32 GB eMMC |
| Programming Environment | e!COCKPIT (CODESYS V3) / WAGO-I/O-PRO (V2.3) | CODESYS V3.5 (native, MULTICORE included) |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 Mbit/s | 100/1000 Mbit/s (Gigabit) |
| Service Interface | 4-pin male connector | USB-C 2.0 |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 °C | −25 to +60 °C |
| Hazardous Area | — | ATEX / IECEx Zone 2 (Ex ec IIC T4 Gc) |
| Marine Approval | — | ABS, DNV |
| Modbus Process Image | CODESYS V2: 1,000 / e!RUNTIME: 32,000 words | CODESYS V3: 32,000 words |
Communications & Fieldbus Support
The PFC300 ships with an exhaustive protocol stack already integrated into the CODESYS V3.5 runtime — you don’t bolt protocols on, they’re native. The X1 and X2 RJ-45 ports default to a single bridge (one IP address, line-topology friendly) but can be split into two bridges with separate IP addresses for control-network / IT-network segregation.
Industrial Ethernet
- Modbus TCP master/slave
- Modbus UDP & RTU
- EtherNet/IP™ scanner & adapter
- EtherCAT® master
- PROFINET controller (limited)
IIoT & Information
- OPC UA server / client
- OPC UA Pub/Sub (license)
- MQTT
- HTTP / HTTPS / SSH
- SFTP / FTP / FTPS
Telecontrol & Building
- IEC 60870 (license)
- IEC 61850 client/server (license)
- DNP3 master/slave (license)
- BACnet (via WBM)
- SNMP, NTP, DNS, DHCP
Technical Specifications
| Processor & Memory | |
| CPU | Dual Core ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.4 GHz |
| Operating System | Real-time Linux (PREEMPT_RT patch) |
| Main Memory (RAM) | 2 GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Flash | 32 GB eMMC |
| Program Memory | 32 MB |
| Data Memory | 512 MB |
| Non-Volatile (HW / SW) | 128 KB / 128 KB |
| Memory Card Slot | SD / SDHC / SDXC, push-push, sealable cover |
| Programming & Configuration | |
| Programming Environment | CODESYS V3.5 (MULTICORE, WebVisu, IIoT Libraries license, OPC UA Pub/Sub license included) |
| IEC 61131-3 Languages | IL, LD, FBD, CFC, ST, SFC |
| Configuration Tools | CODESYS V3, WAGO-I/O-CHECK, Web-Based Management (WBM) |
| Interfaces & I/O | |
| Ethernet | 2 x RJ-45 (configurable as 1 bridge / 2 ports or 2 bridges / 1 port each), 100/1000 Mbit/s, integrated switch with STP/RSTP |
| Serial Interface | 1 x D-sub 9 (RS-485), switchable termination + bias network |
| Service Port | 1 x USB-C 2.0 (behind sealable cover flap) |
| I/O Modules per Node | Up to 250 (max. 64 without bus extension) |
| Process Image (Modbus) | Up to 32,000 words input / 32,000 words output |
| Indicators | SYS, RUN, I/O, MS, NS, TRM, U1–U6 (red/green/orange, U1–U6 user-programmable); A, B, C status LEDs |
| Power Supply | |
| Supply Voltage (System) | 24 VDC (−25 / +30 %), 2 x CAGE CLAMP® |
| Supply Voltage (Field) | 24 VDC, via power jumper contacts; 6 x CAGE CLAMP® |
| Input Current (typ., 24 V) | 550 mA |
| Total System Current | 1,700 mA |
| Power Jumper Capacity | 10 A (3 outgoing contacts) |
| Isolation | 500 VDC system / field |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 78.6 x 100 x 71.9 mm (3.094 x 3.937 x 2.831 in) |
| Weight | 207.9 g |
| Mounting | DIN-35 rail (any orientation) |
| Housing Material | Polycarbonate, polyamide 6.6 |
| Operating Temperature | −25 to +60 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −25 to +85 °C |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Vibration / Shock | 4g per IEC 60068-2-6 / 15g per IEC 60068-2-27 |
| Operating Altitude | 0–2,000 m (no derating); 2,000–5,000 m with derating |
| Approvals & Compliance | |
| General | CE, UL E175199 (Ordinary Locations), KC |
| Hazardous Areas | ATEX (II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc), IECEx TUN 14.0035 X (Ex ec IIC T4 Gc) |
| Marine | ABS 25-0415412, DNV TAA0000194 (per DNV-CG-0339, Aug. 2021) |
| EMC | EN 61000-6-2 (immunity), EN 61000-6-3 (emission) |
| RoHS | Compliant, no exemption |
Typical Applications
Packaging, Bottling & Filling Lines
High-speed coordinated motion, Modbus TCP / EtherNet/IP integration with drive systems, OEE telemetry pushed to plant historians via OPC UA or MQTT.
Wood, Metal & Textile Machinery
EtherCAT-master coordination of servo axes, integrated WebVisu HMI on the controller itself, IEC 61131-3 logic for safety-relevant interlocks.
Process Industry & Hazardous Areas
Zone 2 ATEX/IECEx approval allows installation in chemical, oil & gas and refinery cabinets. DNP3 and IEC 60870 telecontrol licenses extend the controller into SCADA integration.
Building Automation & Energy
BACnet via WBM, IEC 61850 client/server licensing for substation integration, OPC UA Pub/Sub for energy management dashboards. Wide −25 to +60 °C range covers unconditioned mechanical rooms.
Marine & Offshore
ABS and DNV approvals support shipboard auxiliary systems, ballast and bilge control, HVAC, and offshore platform deployments where classification society approval is required.
IIoT Edge & Data Aggregation
Use the 32 GB eMMC and gigabit Ethernet to consolidate data from existing 750/753 I/O nodes, run local analytics in CODESYS, then publish to AWS IoT, Azure IoT, or any MQTT broker.
What’s Included — and What to Order Separately
The 750-8302 ships as a single controller (PU = 1 pc, boxed). The unit comes with the integrated WAGO Webserver, Linux real-time OS, CODESYS V3.5 runtime, and all standard Ethernet/fieldbus stacks active out of the box. The following accessories should be specified at quotation time depending on your application:
| Accessory | WAGO Item No. | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SD Memory Card (2 GB SLC NAND) | 758-879/000-001 | −40 to +90 °C industrial-grade card |
| SD Memory Card (8 GB pSLC-NAND) | 758-879/000-2108 | −40 to +90 °C, larger capacity |
| Bus End Module | 750-600 | Required to terminate the I/O node |
| License: IEC 60870 / 61850 / DNP3 | Various | Telecontrol protocol activation |
Note: Use only WAGO-recommended SD cards. Compatibility of third-party cards cannot be guaranteed by WAGO. External overcurrent protection (max. 2 A slow-blow on system supply, max. 10 A on field supply) must be implemented per the WAGO I/O System 750/753 system manual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WAGO 750-8302 PFC300 Controller?
The WAGO 750-8302 is a compact programmable logic controller (PLC) and the flagship of the PFC300 family. It runs a real-time Linux operating system on a Dual Core ARM Cortex-A53 1.4 GHz processor with 2 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32 GB of eMMC flash. It is programmed in CODESYS V3.5 using all six IEC 61131-3 languages, and connects directly to the modular WAGO 750/753 I/O System (up to 250 modules per node).
What’s the difference between the PFC300 and the PFC200?
The PFC300 is a generational redesign. Compared to the PFC200 G2 (e.g., 750-8212), the PFC300 has roughly 4× the CPU performance (dual-core 1.4 GHz vs. single-core 1.0 GHz), 4× the RAM (2 GB vs. 512 MB), 8× the internal flash (32 GB vs. 4 GB), gigabit instead of 100 Mbit Ethernet, native CODESYS V3.5 (vs. e!COCKPIT/V2.3), USB-C service port, and adds ATEX/IECEx Zone 2 plus marine ABS/DNV approvals. Operating temperature is also extended to −25°C on the low end.
Which fieldbus and communication protocols does the 750-8302 support?
Out of the box: Modbus TCP master/slave, Modbus UDP, Modbus RTU, EtherNet/IP™ scanner and adapter, EtherCAT® master, PROFINET controller (limited), OPC UA server/client, and MQTT. Additional Ethernet protocols include DHCP, DNS, NTP, SFTP, FTP/FTPS, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS, and SSH. Telecontrol protocols (IEC 60870, IEC 61850, DNP3) and BACnet are available via separate licenses.
Can I use the PFC300 in hazardous (Class I, Zone 2) areas?
Yes. The 750-8302 carries ATEX certification (TUEV14ATEX148929X, II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc) and IECEx certification (IECEx TUN 14.0035 X, Ex ec IIC T4 Gc), making it suitable for installation in Zone 2 hazardous gas atmospheres — subject to the conditions of the certificate and proper enclosure selection. Always consult the certificate text and your local jurisdiction’s regulations.
Can the two Ethernet ports run on separate networks?
Yes. By default, both X1 and X2 ports are bridged to a single IP address (ideal for line-topology daisy chaining). Through the Web-Based Management (WBM) interface, you can reconfigure them as two separate bridges with independent IP addresses — for example, one port on the OT control network and one on the IT/management network. STP/RSTP is supported for redundant ring topologies.
Is the PFC300 programmed in e!COCKPIT or CODESYS?
CODESYS V3.5. The PFC300 is the first WAGO controller designed natively for CODESYS V3.5 from the ground up — e!COCKPIT (which is also based on CODESYS V3) is not used. The MULTICORE feature, WebVisu, IIoT Libraries license, and OPC UA Pub/Sub license are all included. WAGO publishes a migration guide for moving e!COCKPIT projects from PFC100/PFC200 G2 controllers to CODESYS V3.5 on the PFC300.
How many WAGO I/O modules can I connect?
Up to 250 modules per node total. Without a bus extension, you can connect up to 64 modules. The PFC300 supports the full WAGO 750/753 Series I/O catalog — digital inputs/outputs, analog modules, specialty modules, and serial/communication modules — making it backwards-compatible with existing 750/753 designs.
Does the 750-8302 come with an SD memory card?
No. The SD memory card is optional and must be ordered separately. WAGO recommends using only their industrial-grade cards (e.g., 758-879/000-001 for 2 GB SLC NAND or 758-879/000-2108 for 8 GB pSLC NAND), both rated for −40 to +90 °C operation. Third-party cards may not be reliable in industrial environments.
Where do I buy the WAGO 750-8302 in the United States?
Automation Distribution is an authorized WAGO distributor based in Hatfield, PA, serving customers across the United States. We stock the WAGO PFC family including PFC100 and PFC200 G2 controllers, and we can quote and ship the 750-8302 PFC300. Call 1-888-600-3080 or contact us through automationdistribution.com for pricing, availability, and engineering support on the full PFC300 platform.
Specify the PFC300 with confidence.
Automation Distribution carries the full WAGO PFC controller family — from the entry-level PFC100 (750-8100) through the mid-tier PFC200 G2 (750-8212) and now the next-generation PFC300 (750-8302). Our application engineers can help you select the right controller, validate the I/O architecture, and migrate existing CODESYS or e!COCKPIT projects forward.
Call 1-888-600-3080 or visit automationdistribution.com/wago-controllers-bus-couplers-and-i-o to request a quote on the WAGO 750-8302 today.
