PLC Learning Series - What are PLC Outputs?

The programmable logic controller (PLC) is a simple rugged industrial computer. This free plc training series is designed for everyone to learn about these controllers. PLCs are constantly evolving and continue to be the best option for a variety of industrial automation applications. PLC outputs are the next component of our PLC block diagram. The outputs of the PLC will be controlled by the PLC program. Controlling outputs is one way to get the inputs to change. We will be looking at digital and analog outputs that can be wired to the programmable logic controller. PLC troubleshooting outputs will also be discussed. This will be done using a multimeter measuring voltage both at the PLC output and across the discrete output load. We will also measure and control analog signal output. Let’s get started. More information can be obtained at our website. This includes all of the links mentioned in this video. https://accautomation.ca/plc-learning-series-what-are-outputs/ Previously in this PLC Learning Series: PLC Training Series - Tutorial for Everyone https://accautomation.ca/plc-training-series-tutorial-for-everyone/ https://youtu.be/9TpW32gw2Kg What are Inputs? https://accautomation.ca/plc-learning-series-what-are-inputs/ https://youtu.be/d-eB41XV5Qo 00:00 PLC Learning Series - What are Outputs? 00:48 What are PLC Outputs? 03:47 Discrete vs Analog PLC Outputs 04:53 Discrete PLC Outputs 06:16 What does Sinking and Sourcing mean?