When you need to put a touchscreen on an industrial machine, you have two very different routes: buy a dedicated HMI panel that works with a separate controller, or buy an integrated PLC/HMI all-in-one. The CROUZET MTP8/70 HMI user kit and the PLC Controller with HMI touch screen represent those two approaches - and they sit far apart on the price spectrum. Here's how to decide which one actually fits your build.
Quick verdict
If you are already inside the Crouzet ecosystem, the Crouzet MTP8/70 gives you a touch panel that matches your controller. If you need one compact box that handles logic and the touchscreen, the all-in-one PLC Controller is the more direct choice.
Comparison table
| Feature | Crouzet MTP8/70 | PLC Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 1,971.92 | USD 95.99 |
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| Product type | HMI user kit for Millenium 3 | Integrated PLC processor module with 5-inch HMI |
| Condition | New - Open box | New |
| Country of origin | Taiwan | China |
Where the Crouzet wins
- It is a dedicated HMI built for Crouzet's controller family, so if you already own a Crouzet PLC, this panel is the intended front end.
- It carries the specific part numbers 88970496 / 88970495, which makes it easier to identify the exact user kit you are getting.
- A dedicated HMI can sit in front of an existing controller and give operators a stable interface.
Where the PLC Controller wins
- It combines a PLC processor module and a built-in HMI in one unit, so you don't need to buy two separate devices.
- It includes 9 inputs and 8 relay outputs, plus 2-axis pulse outputs at 100 kHz for stepper or servo drives.
- It is compatible with FX1S-family programs using GX Works2/Developer, and the HMI software is free.
Product notes
Crouzet MTP8/70 HMI user kit
This is an HMI user kit, not a controller, and it comes as new open-box. The part numbers 88970496 / 88970495 identify it as the MTP8/70 user kit for the Crouzet HMI range. This touch panel gives you a touchscreen interface for interacting with a Crouzet controller. The main reason to choose it is compatibility: it is built for the Crouzet ecosystem, so it pairs neatly with your existing PLC. The main limitation is the price. At USD 1,971.92, it costs much more than the all-in-one alternative, and you still need a separate controller for the actual machine logic. If your panel is part of a larger Crouzet installation, the higher cost may be justified; for a standalone small machine, it is hard to justify.
PLC Controller with HMI touch screen
This all-in-one unit puts a PLC processor and an HMI touch screen in the same housing. It has 9 inputs and 8 relay outputs, giving you a real I/O count for small packaging, labeling, or positioning equipment. It also has 2-axis pulse outputs at 100 kHz for stepper or servo drives, so you can run motion control without additional modules. The control side is compatible with FX1S-family programs written in GX Works2/Developer, and the HMI software is free. The limitation is scope: with a compact screen and the listed I/O count, you are aiming at a single machine rather than a large distributed system. If your project fits in that footprint, this unit gives you a complete control package in one box.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the Crouzet MTP8/70 if you have a Crouzet-based system and want a matching touch panel HMI user kit.
- Choose the all-in-one PLC Controller if you are building a small automated machine and want PLC logic, HMI, and motion control together without the high cost.
