Posts tagged "macOS"
19 articles across the Voltrus blog.
This collection brings together every macOS article published on the Voltrus blog. "Modbus Poll vs Modscan vs Modbus Slave: Which Master Tool to Use", "Voltrus PLC v1.0 — The First Native macOS PLC IDE Ships Today", "Modbus Poll Tool: How to Read and Write Registers on macOS (2026)" — each one is a practical, hands-on guide written for engineers and system integrators. Whether you are choosing between protocols, troubleshooting a connection, or planning an integration, these articles cover the concepts, the trade-offs, and the step-by-step details you need.
Modbus Poll vs Modscan vs Modbus Slave: Which Master Tool to Use
Modbus Poll, Modscan, and Modbus Slave compared. Platform support, RTU vs TCP, master and simulator modes, pricing, and which Modbus master tool fits your workflow in 2026.
Read articleVoltrus PLC v1.0 — The First Native macOS PLC IDE Ships Today
Voltrus PLC v1.0 is available now: IEC 61131-3 Structured Text editor, built-in softPLC runtime, AI-assisted programming, and multi-driver I/O (Modbus, OPC-UA, S7, EtherNet/IP, MQTT).
Read articleModbus Poll Tool: How to Read and Write Registers on macOS (2026)
A complete guide to Modbus poll tools: what they do, how they work, function codes FC01-FC06, and how to read/write Modbus registers on macOS with a native poll tool. TCP + RTU support.
Read articleModbus TCP Tool for macOS: Test and Debug Devices Without Windows (2026)
Need a Modbus TCP tool on macOS? MacTools Modbus Poll is a native Mac app for testing and debugging Modbus TCP devices. Read/write registers, simulate slaves, verify register maps.
Read articleTIA Portal on Mac (2026): Why It Doesn't Work & What to Use Instead
TIA Portal doesn't run on macOS. Here's why, what your options are (Parallels, Remote Desktop), and the native macOS alternative for PLC programming.
Read articleUSB to RS485 on macOS (2026): Adapter Guide for Apple Silicon
Complete guide to USB-RS485 adapters on macOS. FTDI, CH340, CP2102 driver installation for Apple Silicon. Troubleshooting port detection, wiring RS485 devices.
Read articleCODESYS Alternative for macOS (2026): Native PLC IDE Without Windows
CODESYS doesn't run on macOS. The best CODESYS alternative for Mac is native, costs under $30, and includes a full softPLC runtime. Compare features, pricing, and workflow.
Read articlePLC Programming on Mac (2026): Write, Run, and Test Without Windows
Write and run PLC programs on your MacBook — no Windows VM, no CODESYS, no TIA Portal. IEC 61131-3 Structured Text editor with built-in softPLC runtime. Native Apple Silicon.
Read articlePLC Simulator for macOS: Write, Compile, and Test Without Hardware (2026)
PLC simulator for macOS. Write IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, compile, and run on a built-in softPLC runtime — no hardware needed. Breakpoints, watch tables, and real I/O drivers.
Read articleWhat Is a SoftPLC? Run PLC Programs on Your Mac Without Hardware
A SoftPLC lets you write, compile, and run IEC 61131-3 programs entirely in software on your Mac — no PLC hardware needed. Learn how softPLCs work and what they can do.
Read articleBACnet Explorer for macOS: Browse Building Automation Devices Without Windows
Discover, monitor, and control BACnet/IP devices on macOS. Browse objects, read and write properties, and inspect real-time values across BACnet networks. No Windows, no costly BACnet software.
Read articleEtherNet/IP Explorer for macOS: Connect to Allen-Bradley PLCs Without RSLinx
Browse tags, read and write controller data on Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs over EtherNet/IP. Native macOS app — no RSLinx, no FactoryTalk, no Windows.
Read articleDNP3 Explorer for macOS: Monitor SCADA Outstations on Utilities and Water Systems
Monitor DNP3 outstations, read binary/analog points, and scan Class 0/1/2/3 events on macOS. Built for utilities and water/wastewater using DNP3 protocol.
Read articleOPC-UA Explorer for macOS: Browse OPC-UA Servers Without UA Expert
Browse OPC-UA address spaces, subscribe to variable changes, and read/write node attributes on macOS. Connect to any OPC-UA server without Windows tools.
Read articleModbus Poll for macOS: A Native Alternative That Actually Works
Looking for Modbus Poll on macOS? MacTools Modbus Poll is a native Mac app for reading and writing Modbus TCP and RTU registers. Master + slave simulator with device templates. $29.99 one-time.
Read articleSerial Terminal for macOS: Alternatives to screen, minicom, and CoolTerm
Best serial terminal apps for macOS in 2026. Compare screen, minicom, CoolTerm, Serial by Decisive Tactics, and MacTools. Hex view, protocol analysis, USB-RS485.
Read articleMQTT Broker on macOS: Run One Without Homebrew or Terminal
How to run an MQTT broker on macOS without Homebrew, Terminal, or mosquitto. Native MQTT broker and client with GUI for macOS.
Read articleConnect to Siemens S7-1200/1500 from macOS Without TIA Portal
Read and write Siemens S7 PLC data blocks from macOS. No TIA Portal, no Parallels, no Windows. Native S7 communication tool for Mac.
Read articleBLE Debugging on macOS: nRF Connect Alternatives That Actually Work
BLE debugging tools for macOS when nRF Connect won't install. Scan, connect, browse GATT services, read/write characteristics on macOS.
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