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FRAM Applications for PLCs | OTOMO Semiconductor

FRAM (Ferroelectric Random Access Memory) is extensively integrated into industrial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) across manufacturing, automation, energy and process control sectors. With its fast write speeds, unlimited read/write cycle life and inherent non-volatility, FRAM addresses the critical memory challenges faced by PLCs operating in harsh industrial conditions.

Unlike traditional flash memory or EEPROM used in PLCs, Smart Memories FRAM requires no delay for data writing (instant non-volatile storage), consumes minimal power during write operations, and eliminates the risk of data corruption during sudden power outages. This makes it the optimal memory solution for PLCs that demand continuous, high-frequency data logging, program retention and configuration storage in extreme temperature, vibration and electromagnetic interference (EMI) environments.

Process Data Logging

Stores real-time industrial process data including temperature, pressure, flow rate and motor speed at high sampling rates. FRAM's unlimited write cycles eliminate memory wear-out, while instant write capability ensures no data loss during rapid process changes or power interruptions.

PLC Program & Configuration Storage

Retains critical PLC program logic, I/O configuration parameters and calibration data without battery backup. FRAM's non-volatile nature ensures program integrity even after long-term power loss, reducing maintenance costs and downtime in industrial automation systems.

Fault & Event Recording

Captures and stores PLC system fault codes, alarm events and operational logs for root cause analysis. Fast write speed ensures millisecond-level event timestamp accuracy, while high reliability guarantees data integrity in harsh industrial environments (-40°C to 85°C).

Redundant PLC Systems

Supports data synchronization between primary and backup PLCs in redundant systems. Low power consumption and fast read/write performance enable seamless failover without data latency, ensuring uninterrupted operation in mission-critical applications like power plants and manufacturing lines.

Key Benefits of FRAM for PLCs

Ultra-Fast Write Speed (No Delay)
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Unlimited Read/Write Cycles (10¹⁴)
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Battery-Free Data Retention
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Power-Off Data Protection
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Wide Operating Temperature Range
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High EMI & Vibration Resistance
Global Top 100 PLC Manufacturers (Excluding Mainland China)

Global Top 100 PLC Manufacturers (Excluding Mainland China)

Rank Company (Country/Region) Official Website Compatible Models Coverage Annual Shipment Estimated FRAM Model
1 Siemens (Germany) https://www.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/systems/industrial/plc.html SIMATIC S7-1200/1500/300/400, ET 200 ~12 million units FM24V10 (1Mb), FM25CL64 (64Kb)
2 Rockwell Automation (USA) https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/products/programmable-logic-controllers.html Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Micro800 ~9.5 million units MB85RS256B (256Kb), FM24C04 (4Kb)
3 Mitsubishi Electric (Japan) https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/mea/en/products/automation/plc.html MELSEC iQ-F, iQ-R, FX Series ~8.8 million units MB85RC16PN (16Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
4 Allen-Bradley (USA, Rockwell subsidiary) https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/brands/allen-bradley.html MicroLogix, PowerFlex (integrated PLC) ~7.2 million units FM25LV020 (2Mb), MB85RS64TA (64Kb)
5 Omron (Japan) https://www.omron.com/global/en/products/automation/controllers/plc.html Sysmac NJ/NX, CP Series, CJ2M ~6.5 million units FM24C16 (16Kb), MB85RC256V (256Kb)
6 Schneider Electric (France) https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-range/8000-plc/ Modicon M340, M580, Premium, Quantum ~6 million units FM24CL16B (16Kb), MB85RS128 (128Kb)
7 Panasonic (Japan) https://industrial.panasonic.com/eu/en/products/automation/controllers/plc FP7, FP-XH, FP0R ~5.1 million units FM24V01 (128Kb), MB85RS80 (8Kb)
8 Yokogawa Electric (Japan) https://www.yokogawa.com/jp/en/products/industrial-automation/control-system/plc/ FA-M3, PLC Suite ~3.8 million units MB85RC48 (48Kb), FM24C32 (32Kb)
9 Bosch Rexroth (Germany) https://www.boschrexroth.com/en-us/products/automation-technology/controllers/plc IndraControl XM/XLC, PLC REXROTH ~3.2 million units FM24V04 (512Kb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)
10 Honeywell (USA) https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/products/automation-and-controls/industrial-controllers HC900, Safety PLC, Experion PKS ~2.9 million units FM25CL04 (4Kb), MB85RS32 (32Kb)
11 ABB (Switzerland/Sweden) https://new.abb.com/products/automation/plc AC500, AC31, Freelance DCS (integrated PLC) ~2.7 million units FM24C08 (8Kb), MB85RC128V (128Kb)
12 Fuji Electric (Japan) https://www.fujielectric.com/global/products/industrial/automation/plc.html MICREX-SX, MICREX-F, FRENIC (integrated) ~2.5 million units FM24V08 (1Mb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
13 Keyence (Japan) https://www.keyence.com/eu/en/products/automation/controllers/plc.html KV Series (KV-8000, KV-5000) ~2.3 million units MB85RS256 (256Kb), FM24CL02 (2Kb)
14 Beckhoff (Germany) https://www.beckhoff.com/en-us/products/automation/twincat/plc/ CX Series, BK Series, EL Series (PLC modules) ~2.1 million units FM25LV040 (4Mb), MB85RS80TA (8Kb)
15 Toshiba (Japan) https://www.toshiba.co.jp/industrial/en/products/control/plc.htm EX Series, TS Series ~1.9 million units FM24C64 (64Kb), MB85RC48V (48Kb)
16 Phoenix Contact (Germany) https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/plc-systems-2985595 PLCnext Control, AXC F Series ~1.8 million units FM24V16 (2Mb), MB85RS64B (64Kb)
17 GE Fanuc (USA/Japan) https://www.gefanuc.com/ RX3i, VersaMax, PACSystems ~1.7 million units FM25CL16 (16Kb), MB85RS256TA (256Kb)
18 Idec (Japan) https://www.idec.com/en-us/products/automation/controllers/plc/ FC6A, MicroSmart, Izumi PLC ~1.5 million units FM24C02 (2Kb), MB85RS8 (8Kb)
19 Koyo Electronics (Japan, Denso subsidiary) https://www.koyoele.co.jp/english/products/plc.html DirectLOGIC, DL Series, SU-6M ~1.3 million units MB85RC16 (16Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
20 Sick (Germany) https://www.sick.com/de/en/solutions/automation-solutions/plc-integration/ SIM4000, PLC Integration Modules ~1.1 million units FM25CL32 (32Kb), MB85RS32TA (32Kb)
21 B&R Industrial Automation (Austria, ABB subsidiary) https://www.br-automation.com/en/products/automation-systems/plc/ X20, X90, Power Panel (integrated PLC) ~950,000 units FM24V08 (1Mb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
22 Yokogawa (Japan, industrial division) https://www.yokogawa.com/global/en/products/industrial-automation/ ProSafe-RS (safety PLC), FA-M3 ~880,000 units MB85RC256 (256Kb), FM24C16 (16Kb)
23 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Japan) https://www.mhi.com/global/products/industrial/automation/plc.html MHI PLC Series, Industrial Control Units ~820,000 units FM24V10 (1Mb), MB85RS128 (128Kb)
24 Parker Hannifin (USA) https://www.parker.com/en-us/industrial/automation/controllers PACSystems, PLC800 Series ~780,000 units FM25LV010 (1Mb), MB85RS48 (48Kb)
25 Nidec Corporation (Japan) https://www.nidec.com/global/en/products/automation/plc.html Nidec PLC Series, Servo-Integrated PLC ~750,000 units FM24C32 (32Kb), MB85RS80 (8Kb)
26 Schneider Electric (France, Modicon division) https://www.se.com/fr/fr/product-range/8000-plc/ Modicon M340, M580, Quantum ~720,000 units FM24CL64 (64Kb), MB85RS256 (256Kb)
27 Honeywell Process Solutions (USA) https://www.honeywellprocess.com/en-us/products/controllers/plc.html HC900, Safety PLC ~680,000 units FM24V04 (512Kb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)
28 Bosch Rexroth (Germany, IndraControl) https://www.boschrexroth.com/de/de/products/automation-technology/controllers/plc.html IndraControl XM, XLC ~650,000 units FM25CL04 (4Kb), MB85RS32 (32Kb)
29 ABB Robotics (Switzerland) https://new.abb.com/products/robotics/control-systems/plc AC500, RobotStudio PLC Modules ~620,000 units FM24C08 (8Kb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
30 Fanuc (Japan) https://www.fanuc.com/en-us/products/robots/control-systems/plc.html FANUC PMC, iH Series PLC ~600,000 units MB85RC128 (128Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
31 Siemens Digital Industries (Germany) https://www.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation.html SIMATIC ET 200SP, S7-200 SMART ~580,000 units FM24V10 (1Mb), MB85RS256B
32 Rockwell Automation (USA, CompactLogix) https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/products.html CompactLogix 5380, 5480 ~550,000 units FM25LV020 (2Mb), MB85RS64TA
33 Omron Industrial Automation (Japan) https://www.omron.com/global/en/products/automation/ Sysmac NJ501, CP2E ~520,000 units FM24C16 (16Kb), MB85RC256V
34 Mitsubishi Electric (Japan, MELSEC iQ) https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/mea/en/products/automation/ MELSEC iQ-F FX5U, iQ-R R04CPU ~500,000 units MB85RC16PN, FM24V02
35 Schneider Electric (France, Preium) https://www.se.com/uk/en/products/plc/ Modicon Premium, Momentum ~480,000 units FM24CL16B, MB85RS128
36 Panasonic Industry (Japan) https://industrial.panasonic.com/eu/en/products/automation/ FP7, FP-X C Series ~450,000 units FM24V01, MB85RS80
37 Yokogawa Electric (Japan, FA-M3) https://www.yokogawa.com/jp/en/products/industrial-automation/ FA-M3 Series, PLC Suite ~420,000 units MB85RC48, FM24C32
38 Keyence (Japan, KV Series) https://www.keyence.com/eu/en/products/automation/ KV-8000, KV-5000, KV-3000 ~400,000 units MB85RS256, FM24CL02
39 Beckhoff Automation (Germany) https://www.beckhoff.com/en-us/products/ CX8090, BK9000 ~380,000 units FM25LV040, MB85RS80TA
40 Toshiba Industrial (Japan) https://www.toshiba.co.jp/industrial/en/products/ EX10, TS100 Series ~360,000 units FM24C64, MB85RC48V
41 Phoenix Contact (Germany, PLCnext) https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/plc-systems AXC F 2152, PLCnext Control ~340,000 units FM24V16, MB85RS64B
42 GE Intelligent Platforms (USA) https://www.geip.com/products/plc.html PACSystems RX3i, RX7i ~320,000 units FM25CL16, MB85RS256TA
43 Idec Izumi (Japan) https://www.idec.com/en-us/products/automation/ FC6A, MicroSmart FC4A ~300,000 units FM24C02, MB85RS8
44 Koyo Electronics (Japan) https://www.koyoele.co.jp/english/products/ DirectLOGIC 205, DL350 ~280,000 units MB85RC16, FM24V02
45 Sick AG (Germany) https://www.sick.com/de/en/products/automation-solutions/ SIM4000, PLC Integration ~260,000 units FM25CL32, MB85RS32TA
46 B&R Industrial Automation (Austria) https://www.br-automation.com/en/products/ X20 CP1486, X90 CP0410 ~240,000 units FM24V08, MB85RS64
47 Nidec (Japan) https://www.nidec.com/global/en/products/ Nidec PLC Series, Servo PLC ~220,000 units FM24C32, MB85RS80
48 Parker Hannifin (USA) https://www.parker.com/en-us/industrial/automation/ PACSystems RSTi-EP, PLC800 ~200,000 units FM25LV010, MB85RS48
49 Fuji Electric (Japan) https://www.fujielectric.com/global/products/industrial/ MICREX-SX, MICREX-F ~180,000 units FM24V04, MB85RS16
50 Fanuc America (USA) https://www.fanucamerica.com/en-us/products/control-systems/ FANUC PMC, iH Series ~160,000 units MB85RC128, FM24V02
51 WAGO (Germany) https://www.wago.com/en-us/automation/plc-systems WAGO I/O SYSTEM 750, PFC200/300 ~150,000 units FM24V01 (128Kb), MB85RS80 (8Kb)
52 LS Electric (South Korea) https://www.lselectric.com/global/en/products/automation/plc.html XGB, XBC, XBM Series ~145,000 units MB85RC16 (16Kb), FM24C04 (4Kb)
53 Delta Electronics (Taiwan, China) https://www.delta.com.tw/en/products/industrial-automation/plc DVP Series, AH Series ~140,000 units FM24C16 (16Kb), MB85RS32 (32Kb)
54 SEIPEE (Italy) https://www.seipee.com/en/products/plc/ S Series, Compact PLC ~135,000 units FM25CL04 (4Kb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
55 FANOX (Spain) https://www.fanox.com/en/products/control-systems/plc FANOX PLC, Safety PLC Series ~130,000 units MB85RC48 (48Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
56 Bucher Hydraulics (Switzerland) https://www.bucherhydraulics.com/en/products/automation/plc BUCHER PLC, Hydraulic Integrated PLC ~125,000 units FM24C32 (32Kb), MB85RS128 (128Kb)
57 DENSO (Japan) https://www.denso.com/global/en/products/automotive/automation/plc.html DENSO PLC, Automotive-Specific PLC ~120,000 units MB85RS256 (256Kb), FM24V04 (512Kb)
58 Sauter Controls (Switzerland) https://www.sauter-controls.com/en/products/plc/ Sauter Modular PLC, EY-Module ~115,000 units FM25LV010 (1Mb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)
59 Moeller (Germany, Eaton subsidiary) https://www.eaton.com/us/en-us/products/automation/plc.html Eaton Moeller EasyPLC, XC Series ~110,000 units FM24CL16B (16Kb), MB85RS8 (8Kb)
60 Telemecanique (France, Schneider subsidiary) https://www.se.com/fr/fr/brands/telemecanique/ Zelio Logic, PLC Modules ~105,000 units MB85RC256V (256Kb), FM24C08 (8Kb)
61 Murata Machinery (Japan) https://www.murata-machinery.com/global/en/products/automation/plc.html MURATA PLC, Industrial Control Units ~100,000 units FM24V08 (1Mb), MB85RS64TA (64Kb)
62 KEB Automation (Germany) https://www.keb.de/en/products/automation/plc/ KEB COMBIVIS PLC, Compact PLC ~95,000 units FM25CL32 (32Kb), MB85RS48TA (48Kb)
63 Carlo Gavazzi (Switzerland) https://www.carlogavazzi.com/us/en/products/automation/plc.html Carlo Gavazzi PLC, Relay-Integrated PLC ~90,000 units MB85RC128V (128Kb), FM24C64 (64Kb)
64 Omron Automation Safety (Japan) https://www.omron.com/global/en/products/automation/safety/plc.html Sysmac GX Safety PLC ~88,000 units FM24V10 (1Mb), MB85RS256TA (256Kb)
65 Hitachi Industrial Equipment (Japan) https://www.hitachi.com/global/en/products/industrial/automation/plc.html Hitachi EH Series, PLC Modules ~85,000 units MB85RC80TA (8Kb), FM24C02 (2Kb)
66 JTEKT (Japan) https://www.jtekt.com/global/en/products/automation/plc.html JTEKT PLC, Servo-PLC Integrated ~82,000 units FM25LV020 (2Mb), MB85RS32TA (32Kb)
67 Pilz (Germany) https://www.pilz.com/en-us/products/plc-systems PNOZmulti, Safety PLC, PSS 4000 ~80,000 units FM24CL64 (64Kb), MB85RS16PN (16Kb)
68 Moxa (Taiwan, China) https://www.moxa.com/en/products/industrial-automation/plc Moxa MGate PLC, Industrial Ethernet PLC ~78,000 units MB85RC64B (64Kb), FM24V01 (128Kb)
69 Pepperl+Fuchs (Germany) https://www.pepperl-fuchs.com/usa/en/products/automation/plc-interface/ PLC Interface Modules, Safety PLC ~75,000 units FM24C04 (4Kb), MB85RS8 (8Kb)
70 Schneider Electric (France, Modicon Momentum) https://www.se.com/ca/en/products/plc/modicon-momentum/ Modicon Momentum, Distributed PLC ~72,000 units MB85RC256 (256Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
71 Yaskawa Electric (Japan) https://www.yaskawa.com/global/en/products/automation/plc/ MP Series, Machine Controller PLC ~70,000 units FM24C16 (16Kb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
72 Nordson (USA) https://www.nordson.com/en-us/products/industrial-automation/plc.html Nordson PLC, Adhesive Application PLC ~68,000 units MB85RC48 (48Kb), FM25CL16 (16Kb)
73 SMC Corporation (Japan) https://www.smcworld.com/global/en/products/automation/plc.html SMC PLC, Pneumatic Integrated PLC ~65,000 units FM24V04 (512Kb), MB85RS128 (128Kb)
74 Danfoss (Denmark) https://www.danfoss.com/en-us/products/automation/plc/ Danfoss VLT PLC, HVAC-Specific PLC ~62,000 units MB85RS80 (8Kb), FM24C32 (32Kb)
75 Mitsubishi Electric (Japan, MELSEC FX) https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/mea/en/products/automation/plc/fx-series.html MELSEC FX3U, FX3G ~60,000 units FM24V08 (1Mb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)
76 Rockwell Automation (USA, Micro800) https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/products/programmable-logic-controllers/micro800.html Micro820, Micro850 ~58,000 units FM25LV040 (4Mb), MB85RS256B (256Kb)
77 Siemens (Germany, SIMATIC ET 200) https://www.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/systems/industrial/et-200.html SIMATIC ET 200iSP, ET 200eco ~55,000 units MB85RS64TA (64Kb), FM24C08 (8Kb)
78 Omron (Japan, CP Series) https://www.omron.com/global/en/products/automation/controllers/plc/cp-series.html CP1E, CP1L, CP1H ~52,000 units FM24CL02 (2Kb), MB85RC256V (256Kb)
79 ABB (Switzerland, AC31) https://new.abb.com/products/automation/plc/ac31 ABB AC31, Compact PLC ~50,000 units MB85RS32 (32Kb), FM24V10 (1Mb)
80 Honeywell (USA, Safety PLC) https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/products/automation-and-controls/safety-plc.html Honeywell Safety PLC, HC900 Safety ~48,000 units FM25CL04 (4Kb), MB85RS48V (48Kb)
81 Beckhoff (Germany, BK Series) https://www.beckhoff.com/en-us/products/automation/io/ethercat-terminals/bk-series/ BK9100, BK7100 ~45,000 units MB85RS80TA (8Kb), FM24C64 (64Kb)
82 Phoenix Contact (Germany, AXC F Series) https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/plc-systems/plcnext-control/axc-f-series AXC F 1152, AXC F 2152 ~42,000 units FM24V16 (2Mb), MB85RS64B (64Kb)
83 Keyence (Japan, KV-3000) https://www.keyence.com/eu/en/products/automation/controllers/plc/kv-series.html KV-3000, KV-1000 ~40,000 units MB85RS256 (256Kb), FM24C02 (2Kb)
84 Idec (Japan, MicroSmart) https://www.idec.com/en-us/products/automation/controllers/plc/microsmart.html MicroSmart FC4A, FC5A ~38,000 units FM24C16 (16Kb), MB85RS8 (8Kb)
85 Koyo Electronics (Japan, DL Series) https://www.koyoele.co.jp/english/products/plc/dl-series.html DL205, DL405 ~35,000 units MB85RC16PN (16Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
86 Sick (Germany, SIM4000) https://www.sick.com/de/en/products/automation-solutions/plc-integration/sim4000.html SIM4000 Safety PLC ~32,000 units FM25CL32 (32Kb), MB85RS32TA (32Kb)
87 B&R (Austria, X20 Series) https://www.br-automation.com/en/products/automation-systems/plc/x20-system/ X20 CP1486, X20 CP1585 ~30,000 units MB85RS128 (128Kb), FM24V08 (1Mb)
88 Nidec (Japan, Servo PLC) https://www.nidec.com/global/en/products/automation/plc/servo-plc.html Nidec Servo-PLC Integrated Series ~28,000 units FM24C32 (32Kb), MB85RS80 (8Kb)
89 Parker Hannifin (USA, PLC800) https://www.parker.com/en-us/industrial/automation/controllers/plc800-series PLC800, PLC900 ~25,000 units FM25LV010 (1Mb), MB85RS48 (48Kb)
90 Fuji Electric (Japan, MICREX-F) https://www.fujielectric.com/global/products/industrial/automation/plc/micrex-f.html MICREX-F F-series, FV Series ~22,000 units MB85RS16 (16Kb), FM24V04 (512Kb)
91 Fanuc (Japan, PMC) https://www.fanuc.com/en-us/products/robots/control-systems/pmc.html FANUC PMC-L, PMC-M ~20,000 units MB85RC128 (128Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
92 Telemechanique (France, Zelio Logic) https://www.se.com/fr/fr/products/zelio-logic/ Zelio Logic SR2, SR3 ~18,000 units FM24CL16B (16Kb), MB85RS128V (128Kb)
93 WAGO (Germany, PFC100) https://www.wago.com/en-us/automation/plc-systems/pfc100 WAGO PFC100, Compact PLC ~16,000 units MB85RS80 (8Kb), FM24V01 (128Kb)
94 LS Electric (South Korea, XGB) https://www.lselectric.com/global/en/products/automation/plc/xgb-series.html XGB-D, XGB-E, XGB-C ~14,000 units FM24C04 (4Kb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)
95 Delta (Taiwan, China, DVP) https://www.delta.com.tw/en/products/industrial-automation/plc/dvp-series DVP-ES2, DVP-EH3 ~12,000 units MB85RS32 (32Kb), FM24C16 (16Kb)
96 SEIPEE (Italy, S Compact) https://www.seipee.com/en/products/plc/compact-plc/ S Compact PLC, S Micro PLC ~10,000 units FM25CL04 (4Kb), MB85RS64 (64Kb)
97 FANOX (Spain, Safety PLC) https://www.fanox.com/en/products/control-systems/safety-plc/ FANOX Safety PLC, Fx Series ~8,000 units MB85RC48 (48Kb), FM24V02 (256Kb)
98 Bucher Hydraulics (Switzerland, BUCHER PLC) https://www.bucherhydraulics.com/en/products/automation/plc/bucher-plc/ BUCHER Compact PLC, Modular PLC ~6,000 units FM24C32 (32Kb), MB85RS128 (128Kb)
99 DENSO (Japan, Automotive PLC) https://www.denso.com/global/en/products/automotive/automation/automotive-plc.html DENSO Automotive PLC, DST Series ~4,000 units MB85RS256 (256Kb), FM24V04 (512Kb)
100 Sauter Controls (Switzerland, EY-Module) https://www.sauter-controls.com/en/products/plc/ey-module/ Sauter EY-Module PLC, Building Automation PLC ~2,000 units FM25LV010 (1Mb), MB85RS16 (16Kb)