There are various types of instructions that are available in a PLC. The instruction set will vary depending on the brand and type of processor you are working with. For example, the classic Allen-Bradley … Read more
The input/output modules act as the signal interface between the monitoring sensors and actuators, and the controller. Additional they provide electrical isolation, if needed, to convert the input signals into an electronic format appropriate for evaluation by the … Read more
The ladder diagram which is a special type of wiring diagram consists of two power rails, which are placed vertically on each side of the diagram, and rungs, which are placed horizontally between the power rails. The power rails are … Read more
In many process control systems, microprocessor based programmable logic controllers are used for decision making due to the sophistication of the system and the large number of process variables involved.
The PLC can be configured to receive a small number … Read more
The ladder diagrams are universally used as a symbolic and schematic way to represent the interconnection between the elements in a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The ladder network is also used as a tool for programming the operation of PLC. … Read more
A PLC is a user friendly; microprocessor-based specialized equipment that carries out many types of control functions with levels of complexity for use in industrial automation applications. Its objective … Read more
