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UNIT 3
INTRODUCTION TO PLC SYSTEM
Objective :
PLCs are similar to computers but have certain features which are specific to their use
as controllers:
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Definition PLC
A digitally operated electronic apparatus which uses a
programmable memory for the internal storage of
instructions for implementing specific functions such as
logic, sequencing, timing, counting, and arithmetic to
control, through digital or analog input/output modules,
various types of machines or processes.
- International Standard
IEC 61131-1
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PLC Background
The first Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) was developed by a group
of engineers at General Motors in 1968
TECOMAT
TC600
Omron
Mitsubishi
Zelio
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Type of PLC - modular
Omron
Mitsubishi
Eaton
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Type of PLC – plug in card
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Advantages and Disadvantages of PLC
Advantages Disadvantages
Many inputs and outputs, excellent for Do not use the full capabilities of the
controlling and monitoring many microprocessor
processes
Designed for industrial environments, Ladder logic programming style is
robust and reliable cumbersome and prone to mistakes
Reprogrammable Only good for yes/no decisions
The Power Supply is used to give power to all the parts. The most PLC works with power
24 VDC or 220 VAC. The big PLC has the separate power supply and the small PLC has
power supply which is one. The Power Supply is also provided by the battery back up,
when happened the failure of power, automatically battery will replace the power supply to
supply the CPU, so that the program of memory user do not lose.
Memory Unit
The Memory Unit has function to save the data and program will be used by PLC. This
Memory is divisible into two type that is ROM and RAM. ROM contains the data like
facility of the logic program, facility to edit the program, facility to monitor the program,
facility for the communications, etc. The Data will be save permanently and will not lose
though the power supply is off. While RAM contains the data of user program, like ladder
diagram, memory data, I/O status, etc. The Data can be writed and read. RAM has the
character is not permanent, if the power suplply is off the data will lose. To avoid the
mentioned, so the power supply is provided by the battery back up to supply if the especial
power supply is off.
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CPU Unit (Central Processing Unit)
The I/O Unit is the interface unit has function to convert the input signal and output
signal so that the CPU can communicate with the external apparatus like the switch,
stepping motor, solenoid, sensor, etc. The I/O Unit has two type; Discrete I/O and
Analog I/O.
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Omron PLC
LG PLC
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Input Devices
PLCs can receive input from either automated or manual devices. The PLC
could receive data from the user via a pushbutton switch, keyboard, or similar
device. Automated input could come from a variety of devices: microswitches,
timers, encoders, photosensors, and so on. Some devices, like the Limit Switch
shown below, turn ON or OFF when the equipment actually makes contact
with it. Other devices, like the Photoelectric Switch and Proximity Switch
shown below, use other means, such as light or inductance, in order to get
information about the equipment being monitored.
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Output Devices
A PLC can output to a myriad of devices for use in automated control. Almost
anything that you can think of could be controlled (perhaps indirectly) by a PLC.
Some of the most common devices are motors, Solenoids, Servomotors, Stepping
Motors, valves, switches, indicator lights, buzzers, and alarms. Some of these output
devices; such as the motors, Solenoids, Servomotors, Stepping Motors, and valves;
affect the controlled system directly. Others; such as the indicator lights, buzzers,
and alarms; provide output to notify personnel.
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