Learn OMRON-CX-PROGRAMMER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Monetization
Industrial automation services
PLC programming consulting
Maintenance contract work
Custom FB library development
System integration projects
Future Roadmap
More integration with Sysmac ecosystem
Enhanced simulation tools
Updated UI modernization
Cloud backup support
Improved tag-based workflow
When Not To Use
For NJ/NX Omron PLCs (use Sysmac Studio instead)
When cross-vendor PLC support is needed
When a modern IDE experience is required
For cloud-based PLC development
When Linux or Mac environment is required
Final Summary
CX-Programmer is Omron’s primary PLC programming tool.
Supports Ladder, ST, and FBD for industrial automation.
Reliable and widely used in manufacturing environments.
Strong debugging and monitoring capabilities.
Best suited for Omron CJ/CS/CP PLC systems.
Faq
Does it support multiple PLCs? -> Yes.
Is simulation built-in? -> Yes, CX-Simulator.
Can it import Sysmac projects? -> No.
Does it support Structured Text? -> Yes.
Is CX-One required? -> Not mandatory, but recommended.