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OPC Router – Basic Module - License type: Subscription license for 1 year

The Basic module is the main component of the OPC Router. Depending on what systems you want to interconnect, you also need the corresponding plug-in module(s). The OPC Router is a unique software application that enables you to exchange data between MES, ERP, databases, PLCs and other systems and devices. More

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OPC Router is a modular system consisting of the Basic module and optional plug-in modules. The Basic module is always required, while the plug-in modules are selected according to the systems you need to connect – for example OPC UA, databases, MQTT, REST, SAP, Excel or other IT/OT interfaces. For a typical connection between two external systems, two plug-ins are usually required: one for reading or receiving data from the source system and another for writing or sending data to the target system.

OPC Router is available as an annual subscription or as a perpetual license. With the annual subscription, updates and support are included in the license price. With the perpetual license, the first year of updates and support is included in the purchase; additional years can be extended later.

Basic Module of the OPC Router

The Basic module is the main component of the OPC Router. Depending on what systems you want to interconnect, you also need the corresponding plug-in module(s). The Basic module features:

A calculator for advanced mathematical functions
The capability of storing/using your own variables and defining your own constant values
Text replacement
Local communication with .XML/.JSON/.CSV files (read, write and delete operations)
A time trigger
C# scripting

Implementing the OPC Router

The OPC Router features drag & drop configuration, exemplary monitoring and extreme reliability, paving the way for your Industry 4.0.

Benefits of the OPC Router

The OPC Router enables you to optimise and digitalise your production processes by interconnecting such systems as OPC UA, OPC DA, SAP, MES, ERP, SQL, MQTT, REST, SOAP, Excel, labellers and other systems and by exchanging data from them.

The latest middleware with standard interfaces for data exchange
Data exchange between various OT and IT systems
Visualisation of all data transfers, plus visualisation of data being transferred
Easy, drag & drop configuration
Data can be written to or read from many popular databases
SAP-certified SAP plug-in

OPC Router schema | FOXON

What Systems Does the OPC Router Interconnect?

The OPC Router can communicate with the following systems and protocols (i.e. can interconnect them):

OPC UA/DA
ERP SAP R3
ERP SAP HANA DB
ERP/MES systems via SOAP or OPC
Microsoft SQL Server databases
MySQL databases
Sqlite databases
Oracle databases
InfluxDB databases
MongoDB databases
Codebase / Foxpro databases
ODBC, Access and others
Euromap 63
Euromar 77
Heidenhain CNCs
Web services
MQTT
RESTful Web Services
XML XPath
JSON JPath
.NET Script
Telegram Bot
RFID AutoID OPC UA
Labellers
Generic barcode readers
Domino, Generic, Videojet, Wolke, Zebra and Windows printers
ThingWorx
E-mail
Excel
Charm EZ devices
And others

Licensing and Support for OPC Router

Annual Rental - Subscription License

OPC Router can be rented as a service for at least one year.
The rental includes complete technical support and access to all updates that come out during the subscription period. Therefore, we recommend this method.
The initial price is 70 % less compared to a one-time software purchase.
You choose only the drivers or plug-ins you will use, so you don't pay for any features unnecessarily. You are free to purchase them anytime in the future.

One-time purchase - Perpetual License

Another option is to pay for the software once. This historically older licensing method requires a much larger initial investment.
If you want new updates and technical support, you won't avoid annual fees anyway because the price includes updates and support for the first year only.
Update & Support (Support Renewal) is recommended to be renewed periodically before expiration. Only with valid support can our technicians help you immediately in case of problems.

Update & Support

When purchasing OPC Router under the Perpetual License model, the Update & Support service is included in your license for the first year after purchase.

KEPServerEX | Update and support

Why choose the Annual Subscription License or extend Update & Support for multiple years?

By purchasing a multi-year license, you eliminate the need for annual renewals and ensure that you are not affected by yearly price increases.

System Requirements

Installation and Update

The OPC Router setup installs the configuration environment, Windows services and all plug-ins in demo mode with a runtime of 2 hours. Licensed plug-ins can only be run without time limitation after entering the license key.

The installation does not include a database system or an OPC server for production use. These components must be installed separately and then connected in the OPC Router configuration.

Computer Performance

OPC Router is a server application, so we recommend running it on suitable hardware. For standard use, we recommend:

a multi-core processor,
at least 8 GB RAM,
SSD storage.

Operating System

For production use, we recommend Microsoft Windows Server operating systems. 64-bit client operating systems can also be used, especially for testing purposes.

Supported operating systems:

Windows Server 2016 x64
Windows Server 2019 x64
Windows Server 2022 x64
Windows Server 2025 x64
Windows 10 x64
Windows 10 IoT x64
Windows 11 x64

Running in Docker

OPC Router can also be run in a Docker container, for example on an Edge device or a Windows device. The minimum requirements for running OPC Router in a Docker container are:

64-bit single-core 600 MHz CPU with AVX support,
512 MB RAM,
3 GB of free disk space.

.NET 8

OPC Router requires .NET 8. If it is not installed on the system, the OPC Router setup will install it if necessary.

In production environments, we recommend installing .NET 8 manually from Microsoft before updating OPC Router. The .NET installation may require Windows updates, take longer to complete and sometimes require several restarts. To reduce downtime, we recommend uninstalling older .NET versions only after .NET 8 has been installed successfully.

OPC Server

To connect controllers via OPC, an installed and accessible OPC server must be available. OPC Router supports connections via OPC DA 4.0, OPC UA and OPC XML.

The corresponding OPC plug-in is required for communication with an OPC server.

Database Server and Data Sources

Database servers are not part of the OPC Router installation. If you want to connect them to OPC Router, they must be installed and made accessible separately.

OPC Router supports connections to the following database systems and interfaces:

Microsoft SQL Server
Oracle
MySQL
SAP HANA
OLE DB
systems accessible via ODBC

The following databases, data sources or files can also be connected:

MS Access
SQLite
dBase
InfluxDB
MongoDB
XML files

Plug-ins for database communication are not included in the Basic license. The appropriate plug-in must be selected for the specific type of database connection.

Oracle Database Connection

To connect to an Oracle database, Oracle Instant Client (ODAC) must be installed.

SAP Plug-in

The SAP Plug-in supports SAP systems version 4.0b and higher. SAP Logon Pad or the librfc32.dll library must be installed on the computer running OPC Router.

To use SAP NetWeaver, SAP NetWeaver RFC SDK must be installed.

The SAP Plug-in is a separately licensed module and is not included in the Basic license.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – OPC Router – Basic Module

What is OPC Router Basic?

OPC Router Basic is the basic module of the OPC Router software. It forms the core of the application, to which plug-in modules are added depending on the systems, databases, protocols or devices you need to connect.

What is OPC Router used for?

OPC Router works as a data connector between production technologies and IT systems. It enables automated data transfer between PLCs, OPC servers, databases, MES, ERP, SAP, MQTT, REST API, Excel, printers, labellers and other systems.

Is the OPC Router Basic module enough to run the system?

The Basic module is always required, but on its own it is usually not enough for a specific data connection. To communicate with selected systems, the corresponding plug-ins must be added.

How many plug-ins do I need for OPC Router?

The number of plug-ins depends on where the data should come from and where it should be sent. For a typical connection between two external systems, two plug-ins are usually required: one for reading or receiving data from the source system and another for writing or sending data to the target system.

What is included in the OPC Router Basic module?

The Basic module includes OPC Router core functions, such as a calculator for advanced mathematical functions, custom variables and constant values, text replacement, local work with .XML/.JSON/.CSV files, a time trigger and the option of scripting in C#.

Can OPC Router be tested before purchase?

Yes. The installation package installs all plug-ins in demo mode with a runtime of 2 hours. Licensed plug-ins can only be run without time limitation after entering the license key.

What license options are available for OPC Router?

Who is OPC Router Basic suitable for?

OPC Router Basic is suitable for companies that need to connect production technologies with databases, ERP, MES, SAP, cloud services or other IT systems. It is typically used for machine data collection, production digitalisation, production order transfer or automated data exchange between systems.

OPC Router 5.6: Speed up deployment with the Solution Gallery

A new feature in the OPC Router 5.6 data connector is the Solution Gallery — a gallery of preconfigured integration solutions. Its goal is to speed up project deployment and reduce manual configuration. Instead of building an integration from scratch, you can use a ready-made template, fill in the required parameters, and launch the project immediately.

OPC Router vs. Node-RED: Does it make sense to pay for software when an open-source alternative exists?

Sometimes you ask us: “Why should we pay for OPC Router when we can use Node-RED for free?” The answer is not about money, but primarily about operational risk, stability, security, and efficiency in live production. We have prepared a comparison to help you decide which solution is the right fit for your infrastructure.

OPC Router 5.5: Cloud Integration, Data Standardization, and AI Features

The new version of the data connector brings major improvements for data processing, data standardization, and connecting to artificial intelligence. The features in version 5.5 create an end-to-end data flow—from collecting information at machine level to analyzing it in an AI cloud. The new version also brings the Snowflake plug-in.

Collection & Integration of Machine Data, 3-in-1: Value Bundle — KEPServerEX + DataLogger + OPC Router

Want to streamline production and keep consumption, downtime, or machine condition under control? Looking for a simple yet robust way to connect your machines with IT systems? We’ve put together a bundle for collecting, storing, and integrating machine data that stands out not only for its price but also for its completeness.

OPC Router 5.4: Now with Project Versioning and Plugin Dashboard

The new version of the data connector focuses especially on management efficiency, increased security and better system monitoring. New features make everyday work with OPC Router easier and improve its deployment in large industrial environments. There are many improvements — what are the main ones?

KEPServerEX & OPC Router: 3 Real-Life Examples of Symbiosis in Production

In October, Inray and PTC (Kepware) hosted a joint webinar. They presented three case studies of customers taking advantage of the KEPServerEX machine data acquisition software and the OPC Router data connector, as well as their joint synergies. The two platforms have enabled these customers to increase their production efficiency and machine uptime. The customers have also used these tools for remote and predictive maintenance.

Connect Your Machines to IT Systems Yourself

The OPC Router program communicates with all OPC servers via the OPC DA or OPC UA protocol. As a result, OPC Router can read data from and write it to all PLCs on the market. And so far, we’ve used only a single OPC Client plug-in module. What else can you connect yourself using additional plug-in modules? Read our article.

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