Programmable Logic Controllers

PLC Instruction Set

An Overview of PLC Instructions Types There are various types of instructions that are available in a PLC. The instruction…

11 months ago

Input & Output Modules of a PLC – Types & Applications

The input/output modules act as the signal interface between the monitoring sensors and actuators, and the controller. Additional they provide…

11 months ago

How PLC Systems are Protected from Plant Voltages

Internally a PLC typically operates at 5 V dc. The external devices such as solenoids, limit switches, motor starters, etc.…

1 year ago

A Basic Introduction to Ladder Diagrams for PLC Programming

The ladder diagram which is a special type of wiring diagram consists of two power rails, which are placed vertically…

1 year ago

How Controllers are used in Industrial Automation Systems

In many process control systems, microprocessor based programmable logic controllers are used for decision making due to the sophistication of…

4 years ago

The Basics of Ladder Diagrams for Programming PLCs

The ladder diagrams are universally used as a symbolic and schematic way to represent the interconnection between the elements in…

4 years ago

Basic Features of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers What is a Programmable Logic Controller? A PLC is a user friendly; microprocessor-based specialized equipment…

4 years ago