What the Simulators Provide?
- Provide free, advanced testing tools
- Support OPC client development and validation
- Suitable for developers, students, and system integrators
- Enable reliable OPC server simulation
- Used for basic testing
- Support learning purposes
- Suitable for proof-of-concept projects
- Designed for use without budget constraints
| Feature | Free Edition | Full Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Basic connectivity testing, demonstrations, and learning. | Professional development, rigorous QA, and enterprise-grade testing. |
| OPC DA Support (Versions 1.0a, 2.05a, 3.0) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Basic Data Simulation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm & Event (A&E) Simulation | ✓ | ✓ |
| User Interface | ✓ | ✓ |
| Technical Support | ❌Level 1 support | ✓ Suitable for professional and industrial environments |
| Ideal For | • Students & Beginners • Sales Demos • Basic "ping" tests | • Software Developers & Engineers • Quality Assurance (QA) Teams • System Integrators |
Which Edition is Right for You?
Choose the Free Edition if
You need to quickly verify that an OPC client can connect and read basic data, or if you are demonstrating OPC technology without the need for complex scenarios. It is the perfect starting point.
Upgrade to the Full Edition if:
You are developing, validating, or stress-testing a professional OPC client application. The Full Edition is essential for ensuring your software is robust, reliable, and can handle real-world edge cases and failures.
Still unsure?
Download the Full Edition with a 30-day free trial to explore all advanced features, or start with the Free Edition for basic testing
The Free edition is completely free to use and distribute. It is ideal for testing, development, or learning purposes, but it comes with a 48-hour runtime limit and may include usage interruptions.
Yes, the free simulator can be used for commercial OPC client testing and development. However, production deployments should use the Full Edition for reliability and support.
You can upgrade to the Full Edition anytime for unlimited operation, and professional technical support.
Yes, it fully supports OPC DA, OPC HDA, and OPC A&E specifications, providing comprehensive testing coverage for most development needs.
Basic registration is required for download tracking and updates. No payment information is needed for the free version.
Yes, the free simulator can be installed on multiple development machines for team-based OPC client testing and development projects.
OPC Server Simulators Resources
Product Datasheet
Comprehensive technical specifications and features overview
User Guide
Step-by-step installation and configuration guide