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Learning PLC Ladder Logic: 1 The Basics

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Get started with PLC ladder logic programming. Explore fundamental topics and review case studies that can help you grasp the real-world application of these concepts.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Program PLCs with ladder logic
  • What you should know
1. PLC Programming
  • PLC programming languages
  • LogixPro PLC simulation software
2. Ladder Logic Basics
  • Programming concept
  • Input instructions
  • Output instructions
  • I/O with a push button and light
  • I/O with alternating lights
  • Field devices and program instructions
  • Normally open (NO) contact with XIC and XIO
  • Normally closed (NC) contact with XIC and XIO
3. Rung Operation
  • Multiple inputs
  • Example of multiple inputs (AND and OR)
  • Multiple outputs
  • Seal-in and hold-in instruction
  • Branching operation and examples
  • Rung operation case study, part 1
  • Rung operation case study, part 2
  • Multiple I/O case study
  • Latch/unlatch output
  • Latch/unlatch example
4. Timers and Counters
  • Timer instruction overview
  • Timer status bits (EN, DN, and TT)
  • Timer types (TON and TOF) and diagrams
  • Use a timer to flash a light
  • Counter instruction
  • Examples of counter types
  • Counter and timer case study
5. Detailed Case Study: Plywood Sheets Process
  • Case overview
  • Part 1: Counting sheets
  • Part 2: Running the conveyer
  • Part 3: Applying paint
  • Part 4: Programming the second conveyer
  • Ladder logic program simulation
  • Part 5: Add stops to complete the program
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Zahraa Khalil

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