PLC

Programmable Logic Controller

Learning outcomes:

◼ At the end of this lesson, you should be able

to:

1. Describe the basic structure of PLCs

2. Program a PLC using a ladder diagram

3. Develop programs involving logic functions,

timers, counters, latching and sequencing.
What is a PLC?

◼ Programmable logic controller

◼ Implements logic control functions by

means of a program

◼ Basically microprocessor devices that

are used in industry to control plant
operations
Input Output arrangement
Before the Programmable Controller..
PLC Input Output arrangement
“Father“ of the PLC

Richard E. "Dick" Morley

Birth of the PLC
Learning outcomes:

◼ At the end of this lesson, you should be able

to:

1. Describe the basic structure of PLCs

2. Program a PLC using a ladder diagram

3. Develop programs involving logic functions,

timers, counters, latching and sequencing.
Basic PLC structure
Learning outcomes:

◼ At the end of this lesson, you should be able

to:

1. Describe the basic structure of PLCs

2. Program a PLC using a ladder diagram

3. Develop programs involving logic functions,

timers, counters, latching and sequencing.
Programming
◼ Ladder diagram
Logic functions
◼ AND, OR, NOR, NAND, XOR
Timers
Counters
Sample program
◼ Cylinder sequencing
Attendance: https://bit.ly/2IGrJnS
Sample program – Traffic Light
Sample program – Car Park
Sample Program – Drinks Machine
Selection of a PLC

1. Input/output capacity

2. Types of input/output

3. Size of memory

4. Speed and power