Practical Tips and Techniques
PLC inputs are one component of our PLC block diagram. The output actions of the PLC will be controlled based on the inputs. We will be looking at digital and analog inputs that can be wired to the programmable logic controller. We will be looking at wiring of a normally open (NO) push button, normally … Read more
The PLC Simulator is a valuable tool for testing and troubleshooting Sequential Function Chart (SFC) programs within the XG5000 programming software. It enables users to simulate the functionality of a Programmable Logic Controller (LS Electric PLC) without needing any physical hardware. This feature makes it an excellent resource for both novices and seasoned programmers. Furthermore, … Read more
SFC (Sequential Function Chart) is a visual structured graphical language that utilizes PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) to organize application programs using flowcharts based on the processing order. SFC divides the application program into two main components: ‘Steps’ and ‘Transitions,’ providing a method to link them. Each ‘Step’ is associated with a specific ‘Action’, while each … Read more
The C-More CM5 HMI programming software will allow tags to be imported. This can save you work hours when establishing communications with different PLC controllers. Instead of creating and labeling tags in the PLC and the HMI, we can export them from the PLC and import them into the HMI. This saves you time, money, … Read more
PLC Simulator is a convenient tool for testing and troubleshooting structured text (ST) programs in the XG5000 programming software. It allows you to simulate the operation of a programmable logic controller (LS Electric PLC) without needing actual hardware. This makes it a valuable asset for beginners and experienced programmers. We will use the PLC simulator … Read more
Programming an XGB PLC using a Structure Text (ST) can be efficient for control engineers and automation professionals. Structure Text is a low-level programming language commonly used for PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming. It offers a robust, structured approach to designing control logic for industrial automation systems. ST programming is sometimes a more straightforward method … Read more