FactoryTalk Design Workbench — A Modern Upgrade for Rockwell Micro800

Rockwell Automation just released FactoryTalk Design Workbench — a completely FREE programming platform for Micro800 PLCs! No license fees, no activation required. This is a game-changer for students, freelancers, and small automation companies.

In this video, I'll walk you through the installation, explore the new modern interface, and compare it with Connected Components Workbench (CCW). You'll see why this is a major step forward for Micro800 users.

🔧 What You'll Learn:
✅ How to download and install FactoryTalk Design Workbench
✅ Creating your first project with Micro850
✅ The improved programming interface with better error detection
✅ Full I/O configuration (embedded, plug-in, expansion, and Ethernet modules)
✅ PowerFlex VFD integration with automatic tag generation
✅ Direct comparison: Design Workbench vs CCW
✅ What this means for the future of Micro800 automation

📌 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – 0:35 | Introduction – What's New & Why It's Free
0:35 – 1:10 | Installation Process
1:10 – 1:45 | Creating Your First Project
1:45 – 2:20 | Programming Interface Overview
2:20 – 3:00 | I/O Configuration Features
3:00 – 3:10 | VFD Integration Demo
3:10 – 3:30 | Comparison With CCW
3:30 – 4:15 | Final Thoughts & What's Next

💡 Key Highlights:
• Completely FREE – no licensing costs
• Modern, clean interface with improved workflow
• Support for up to 8 I/O modules
• Generic Ethernet device support (similar to Studio 5000)
• Automatic tag generation for drives and devices
• Smart error detection with visual indicators

🎯 Who Is This For?
• Automation students learning PLC programming
• Freelance automation engineers
• Small integrators working with Micro800
• Anyone wanting to learn Rockwell platforms without license costs

🔜 Coming Next:
In the next video, I'll connect this to a real Micro850 controller and test live Ethernet communication with an IO-Link master. Don't miss it!

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🔗 RESOURCES:
Rockwell FactoryTalk Design Workbench: https://www.rockwellautomation.com/

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This video is for educational purposes. Always follow manufacturer guidelines and safety protocols when working with industrial equipment.

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