When you're putting together a control panel, one of the first decisions is whether you need a display for a controller you already have, or a controller-and-display package that starts you from zero. The Delta DOP-107EG and the IDEC FC6A kit land on different sides of that line. The Delta is a new HMI touch screen, while the IDEC kit bundles a PLC and HMI into one starter package. Their prices are far apart, so the right choice depends on how much of the system you still need to build.
Quick verdict: If your PLC is already chosen and you mainly need an operator interface, the Delta DOP-107EG is the leaner, lower-cost pick. If you're starting fresh and want a coordinated PLC plus HMI setup, the IDEC FC6A starter kit gives you a more complete foundation in one purchase.
| Product | Listed price | What stands out |
|---|---|---|
| Delta DOP-107EG HMI Touch Screen | USD 190.40 | New HMI touch screen; model DOP-107EG |
| IDEC FC6A PLC & HMI Starter Kit | USD 1,185.12 | New 16-I/O system with Ethernet, RS-232C/RS-485, 4.3-inch HG1G color TFT, software, 60W power supply, and cables |
Where each product wins
The Delta wins on price. It costs much less than the IDEC kit, which makes it an attractive option when you only need a display and have the rest of the panel already planned. It is also the simpler purchase: just the HMI touch screen itself.
The IDEC wins on completeness. It includes a PLC and HMI together, with 16 I/O, built-in communications, software, power supply, cables, and mounting flexibility. It also supports expansion, so it can grow as the machine's I/O needs grow.
Delta DOP-107EG HMI Touch Screen
The Delta DOP-107EG is a new HMI touch screen with the model number DOP-107EG. It is the lower-priced option when you only need an operator panel. If your control system already has a PLC, this display lets you add a touchscreen without also paying for a controller, I/O, software, and supplies you may not need. The country of origin is Taiwan. Its main limitation is that it is only one component of a control panel. The IDEC kit, by contrast, brings the PLC, HMI, power, and cabling together, so if you're building from nothing, the Delta is just the first piece you'll have to source. For a straightforward HMI need, this keeps the initial spend low.
IDEC FC6A PLC & HMI Starter Kit
The IDEC FC6A starter kit (KIT-FC6A-16-RA-HG1G) is a new, self-contained package for a control build. It brings together a PLC and HMI, 16 I/O (9 digital inputs and 7 relay outputs), a 4.3-inch HG1G color TFT, software, a 60W power supply, and cables. Communications stand out: Ethernet plus RS-232C/RS-485, embedded Ethernet, and Modbus RTU master/slave support. It accepts 100-240 VAC input, provides 24 VDC embedded I/O voltage, and can be mounted on a DIN rail or panel. The kit is also expandable, so you can add more I/O as the application grows. The trade-off is the higher price: this is a significant upfront investment compared with the Delta HMI. If you're building a panel from scratch and want parts that are meant to work together, this kit removes a lot of guesswork.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Delta DOP-107EG if you already have a PLC and simply need a touchscreen HMI, or if you want a new display without a full system bundle.
Choose the IDEC FC6A starter kit if you're building a new control panel and want a PLC, HMI, I/O, power, software, cables, and networking in one kit, especially if you expect to expand I/O later.
