Where should I start with my OPC-UA client?

Question

I need to create something to read data from a PLC and write it to a SQL database. I mostly work with Siemens (and Sigmatek) and I think OPC-UA would be a good solution. My

Answer 1

If you are just looking to move data from a PLC to a database then take a look at Node-Red. Here is a video that should help you get started. Node-Red can do OPC-UA or just talk direct to the PLC with out the need for OPC in the middle it's your choice. If you need more help just ask!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaUmhhMdoyY

Node-Red can also do the GUI.

For the reporting you can use https://grafana.com/.

If you would like a good Database to log to look at https://www.timescale.com/.

Grafana and Timescale work well together!!