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CCW Micro800 Simulator: Download, Pricing & System Requirements

Connected Components Workbench Micro800 Simulator (Allen-Bradley) is Rockwell Automation's 3-language PLC programming environment supporting Micro810, Micro820, Micro830 and more. Released 2010, latest update 2025-07.

Pricing
free
Free
Difficulty
Beginner
1-2 weeks
OS
Windows 11
4+ GB RAM
Languages
LAD, FBD, ST
IEC 61131-3

In one minute

CCW Micro800 Simulator is best for beginners learning allen-bradley fundamentals and micro800 oem panel developers. Free Allen-Bradley simulator for entry-level Micro800 controllers. Strong educational adoption because CCW itself is free.. Adoption is medium (8% market share) across Global.

Capability profile

Six-axis score (0–100) based on pricing, learning curve, hardware support, adoption, community, and feature depth.

Pricing100/100Ease of Use100/100Features38/100Adoption32/100Community91/100Career Value22/100
CCW Micro800 Simulator capability profile (overall 58/100)

Key features

Free with CCW Standard Edition
Micro800 controller simulation
PanelView 800 HMI integration
Step debugging and force
Beginner-friendly interface
IEC 61131-3 language support

Pricing & licensing

Tierfree
Price rangeFree
Pricing modelfreemium
Free trialYes — available
Educational discountYes

Bundled with the free Connected Components Workbench (CCW) Standard Edition. Targets Micro800 controllers (Micro810, Micro820, Micro830, Micro850, Micro870).

System requirements

Operating systemsWindows 10, Windows 11
Minimum RAM4 GB
Recommended RAM8 GB
Disk space4 GB
ProcessorIntel/AMD x64

CCW Standard Edition is free; Developer Edition (paid) adds advanced features.

Supported hardware

PLC families

  • Micro810
  • Micro820
  • Micro830
  • Micro850
  • Micro870

Capabilities

  • HMI integration
  • SCADA integration
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Safety programming
  • Motion control
  • Robotics integration

Pros

  • +Free — zero licence cost
  • +Genuine Allen-Bradley emulation experience
  • +Beginner-friendly compared to Studio 5000
  • +Pairs with PanelView 800 HMI design
  • +Strong educational adoption

Cons

  • Limited to Micro800 family — not full Logix
  • Windows-only
  • CCW IDE itself less powerful than Studio 5000
  • Limited motion / safety capability

Best for

Beginners learning Allen-Bradley fundamentals
Micro800 OEM panel developers
Vocational schools standardised on free Allen-Bradley tools
Hobby and educational projects

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Frequently asked questions

How much does CCW Micro800 Simulator cost?
CCW Micro800 Simulator pricing falls in the free tier (Free). Bundled with the free Connected Components Workbench (CCW) Standard Edition. Targets Micro800 controllers (Micro810, Micro820, Micro830, Micro850, Micro870).
How do I download CCW Micro800 Simulator?
CCW Micro800 Simulator offers a 30-day free trial. Download from the official Rockwell Automation website. A licensed copy ranges from Free depending on edition and add-ons.
What are the system requirements for CCW Micro800 Simulator?
CCW Micro800 Simulator runs on Windows 10, Windows 11 with a minimum of 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended) and 4 GB of disk space.
Which PLCs does CCW Micro800 Simulator support?
CCW Micro800 Simulator supports Allen-Bradley controllers, including Micro810, Micro820, Micro830, Micro850, Micro870.
Is CCW Micro800 Simulator hard to learn?
CCW Micro800 Simulator is rated Beginner difficulty. Typical learning time is 1-2 weeks. Prerequisites: CCW installation.
Does CCW Micro800 Simulator support all five IEC 61131-3 languages?
CCW Micro800 Simulator supports LAD, FBD, ST from the IEC 61131-3 standard.