Understanding Category 7263: Programmable Logic Controllers
The Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) category is identified by the ID 7263 within the Business & Industrial sector of the Google product taxonomy. This category serves as the dedicated classification for specialized computing hardware designed for the automation of electromechanical industrial processes.
Products Belonging in This Category
This category is intended for industrial control hardware that executes programmed logic based on input and output states. Examples from the US market include:
- Modular and expandable PLC CPUs for industrial control systems.
- Digital and analog input/output modules used for system expansion.
- Integrated HMI and PLC combo units for machine interface control.
- Programmable automation controllers (PACs) intended for industrial racks.
- PLC starter kits and training units designed for industrial logic programming.
What Does Not Belong Here
Products that fall under the category of Variable Frequency & Adjustable Speed Drives should not be placed here. While these devices are closely related to industrial automation, they serve the specific function of controlling motor speed and torque rather than acting as the central logic controller for a process. If your product is a drive or frequency inverter, please categorize it under its respective neighbouring category to ensure accurate search matching.
How to Use This in Your Feed
You may use either the ID 7263 or the full string path: Business & Industrial > Automation Control Components > Programmable Logic Controllers. Although providing this category is optional, precise mapping helps Google apply relevant system configurations. Always use the product_type attribute for your internal classification, as it does not replace the required google_product_category field.