Festo Didactic en 02/2021 Programmable Logic Controller, LabVolt Series
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General Description _________________________________________________________________________________ 2
Additional Equipment Required to Perform the Exercises___________________________________________________ 2 Optional Manual(s) _________________________________________________________________________________ 2 Specifications ______________________________________________________________________________________ 3 Module Options Description __________________________________________________________________________ 3
General Description The Programmable Logic Controller enables students to acquire the skills required to operate and program modern PLC-controlled systems.
The Programmable Logic Controller is based on the latest Allen-Bradley® MicroLogixTM 1100 controller and is fully supported by instructional material. PLC programming is achieved using the Windows®-based RSLogixTM 500 software from Rockwell Software®. Once the training program is completed, students use their newly acquired knowledge of PLC programming to achieve PLC control of various industrial applications. The course introduces students to the Programmable Logic Controller. Students learn PLC programming basics and the most commonly used PLC instructions. PLC program editing and debugging techniques are also taught through step-by-step exercises that provide hands-on learning. All the ladder programs are entered and downloaded to the PLC using the Programmable Logic Controller Software, Model 3245-A. The Programmable Logic Controller consists of an Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 PLC mounted in a full-size EMS module. The PLC has ten inputs (four of them are 20 kHz high-speed inputs) and six outputs (two relays, two FET, and two high-speed FET at 20 kHz). Each PLC input/output is hardwired to the front panel and rated 24 V dc. The PLC also has two built-in trim potentiometers to change direct analog values in the PLC and two 0-10 V dc analog inputs. A built-in 24 V dc power supply provides power to the PLC. Communication with the PLC can be accomplished through the RS232-C serial cable, Model 3246-4, or through an Ethernet network using a standard RJ45 cable connected to your network or a cross-wired RJ45 cable connected to a programming computer. PLC programming is achieved using the RSLogix 500 software, Model 3245-A. An embedded LCD screen enables the user to display and access data directly on the PLC. This PLC also has PID and Data Logging capabilities, and Pulse-Width Modulated/Pulse Train outputs.
Additional Equipment Required to Perform the Exercises
Model Qty Description number 1 PLC Software (RSLogix Micro, Educational) ___________________________________________ 587552 (3245-A0) 1 Communication Cable (Allen-Bradley) _______________________________________________ 587566 (3246-40) 1 Personal Computer _____________________________________________________________ 579785 (8990-00) 1
Specifications Parameter Value PLC Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100, 4 kB of user program, 4 kB of user data space and up to 128 kB for data logging Power Requirement Voltage 100-240 V ac Current 0.3 A at 240 V ac to 0.7 A at 100 V ac Frequency 50-60 Hz Inputs Quantity, Type, and Ratings Six standard digital inputs at 24 V dc Four fast digital inputs (20 kHz) at 24 V dc Two analog inputs at 0-10 V Outputs Quantity, Type, and Ratings Two FETs at 24 V dc Two high-speed FETs (20 kHz) at 24 V dc Two relay contacts Communication Ports Communication Ports RS232 DF1 full-duplex protocol Ethernet/IP 10/100 Mbps Features Features Real-time clock PID Capacity Data Logging Embedded LCD Screen Embedded Web Server Pulse-Width Modulation / Pulse Train Output 2 Trim Potentiometers Protection Circuit breaker Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D) 308 x 291 x 440 mm (12.1 x 11.5 x 17.3 in) Net Weight TBE
Module Options Description
PLC Software (RSLogix Micro, Educational) 587552 (3245-A0) The RSLogix Micro software is a tool to design and implement ladder programs for the Allen-Bradley MicroLogix™ family of processors (it cannot be used with SLC 500 controllers). It is a Windows®-based application produced by Rockwell Software that allows PLC programming using a personal computer. The free-form ladder of RSLogix Micro lets students concentrate on the application logic rather than using the proper syntax when editing programs. Several other features of RSLogix Micro greatly facilitate PLC programming, such as a project verifier, drag-and-drop editing, and search-and-replace functions. The PLC can be programmed via either an RS-232 port or an Ethernet port on the PLC processor. This software comes with RSLinx™, which provides connectivity between the PLC and the computer. The software is available with either an educational license (Model 3245-A) or as a commercial license (Model 3245-B).
Specifications Parameter Value A currently available personal computer with USB 2.0 ports, running under one of the following operating Computer Requirements systems: Windows® 7 or Windows® 8.
Communication Cable (Allen-Bradley)
587566 (3246-40) The communication cable is an RS-232-C serial cable specifically designed to connect a personal computer to an Allen-Bradley programmable logic controller, thus making it possible to program and monitor the PLC.
Specifications Parameter Value Communication Cable Type 8 pin mini DIN to 9 pin D shell Length 2 m (6.5 ft)
Personal Computer 579785 (8990-00) The Personal Computer consists of a desktop computer running under Windows® 10. A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are included.
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