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PLC Logic Question (Logix Studio 5000)

This clip explains some interesting issues with PLC logic. 

Many times people assume the processor analyzes all logic and somehow knows what we are trying to tell it to do - when in reality it only executes the code it is given. So - it is important to understand the order of execution of the processor in order to write proper logic and to interpret that logic. 

In the video, I explain the issue of scan cycle with OTL and OTU instructions and also cover some other common misconceptions (power flow indication confusion specifically among others). 

Mike Glass

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Mike Glass

Mike Glass is an ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and a Master Certified Control System Technician (CCST III). Mike has 38 years of experience in the I&C industry performing a mix of startups, field service and troubleshooting, controls integration and programming, tuning & optimization services, and general I&C consulting, as well as providing technical training and a variety of skills-related solutions to customers across North America.

Mike can be reached directly via [email protected] or by phone at (208) 715-1590.