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The document provides an overview of programmable logic controller (PLC) hardware design. It describes the basic processor architecture of a PLC including the central processing unit, memory unit, input/output unit, display and indicators. It also discusses the functions of each component as well as common input and output devices used. The document concludes by listing additional components that comprise a full PLC system such as the housing unit, programming unit, secondary storage unit, power supply unit, and printing unit.
Topic 2-topic-31
- 2. TERMINOLOGIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Control System Reference Input Controlled Variable Disturbance Feedback Element
- 3. 1. Control System is.. Components that connected to system or process that want to be controlled. 5 basic element of control system: i. ii. iii. iv. v. Reference signal generator Measurement element Comparator Controller Actuator
- 4. 2. REFERENCE INPUT: Is a signal to start a system. Ex: such as temperature, pressure and level. Fix value. 3. CONTROLLED VARIABLE: Is a signal or variable that is controlled at its output. Ex: Temperature, pressure and level. Fix value. 4. DISTURBANCE: Element that disturb a control signal in control system. Can be from within the system itself or external. 5. FEEDBACK ELEMENT Element that use to send output signal to be compared with input signal by comparator in closed loop system.
- 5. 2.6 OPEN LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM: Output does not affect the function of the entire system. Reference input Controller Actuator System Fig. 1: Block diagram of Open loop control system Output signal
- 6. 2.6.1 EXAMPLE : Street Lighting System • Commonly a system that using timer. • ON and OFF at specific time ( Night = ON and Day = OFF) • Duration within ON and OFF is set up bytimer. Time set up Controller (timer) Actuator (Relay) System (street lighting system) Street Lamp ON @ OFF Fig. 2: Block diagram of Street Lighting System using Open loop control system
- 7. 2.7 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM •Also known as Feedback Control System • System Output affect the control function of the entire system. comparator Reference input System controller Actuator Measurement element Fig. 3: Block Diagram of Closed Loop System Output signal
- 8. 2.7 EXAMPLE : STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM • Commonly a system that using sensor as input element. • ON and OFF automatically as the light sensor detect the light regardless of the particular time. • Dark = ON and Bright = OFF) comparator Reference input (Light intensity) System controller Actuator (relay) Measurement element (light sensor) (street lighting system) Output signal (lamp ON@OFF)
- 9. 2.8 COMPUTERISED CONTROL SYSTEM • A control system that use a computer as a controller. • This system can be represented by the block diagram as in figure 5. COMPUTER Reference signal system controller Actuator Measurement element Fig. 5: Block Diagram of Closed Loop System Output signal
- 10. 2.9 COMPARISON Open Loop System (OLS) Close Loop System (CLS) Easy to design The design is complicated or Complex. The accuracy depends on the calibration elements The system is very accurate. less instability problem. problems of instability. Unable to reduce the impact of non-linearity. Non-linearity effects can be minimized.
- 11. INTRODUCTION TO PLC 2. Explain PLC 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 Define PLC terminologies Explain PLC background Explain PLC functions List and explain the types and advantages of PLC.
- 12. 2.1.1 Define PLC What is Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) ? Definition: National Electrical Manufacturers Association US (NEMA) A PLC is a digital operating electronic apparatus which uses a programmable memory for internal storage of instruction for implementing specific function such as logic, sequencing, timing, counting and arithmetic to control through analog or digital input/output modules various types of machines or process.
- 13. Define PLC terminologies: Several different terms used to described programmable controllers: i. PLC –Programmable Logic Controller (UK origin) ii. PC – Programmable controller (US origin) Most referring to the functional operation of the machine. PLC has been used in this text to avoid confusion with the personal computer.
- 14. 2.1.2 Explain PLC background PLC Development factors: i. needs for low-cost ii. Flexible iii. Easily commissioned/ smart usage
- 15. Historical Background: In 1968, a group of engineers from General Motors developed the concept of PLC with an initial specification. The PLC must be: i. Easy to program. ii. Not need rewiring the control system if change the program. iii. Smaller in size, cheaper and high reliability. iv. simple construction and low maintenance v. Cost- competitive
- 16. 2.1.3 PLC functions CONTROL TYPE: FUNCTIONS i. Sequence Control Advanced/ Sophisticated Control ii. iii. iv. i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. Conventional Relay Control Logic replacer Timers/ Counter PCB Card controller replacer Auto/Semi-auto/Manual control of machine and process. Arithmetic operation (+, -, × , ÷) Information Handling Analog Control (Temperature, Pressure ) P.I.D (Proportional Integral Derivation) Servo Motor Control Stepper Motor control
- 17. PLC functions: CONTROL TYPE: Supervisory Control FUNCTIONS i. ii. iii. Process monitoring and alarm. Fault Diagnostic and monitoring Interfacing with Computer (RS-232C/RS 422) iv. Printer/ ASCII Interfacing v. Factory Automation Networking vi. Local Area Network (LAN) vii. Wide Area Network (WAN) viii. Factory Automation (F.A), Flexible Manufacturing System (F.M.S) & Computer Integrated Manufacturing (C.I.M).
- 18. PLC Size: Small : - it covers units with up to 128 I/O’s and memories up to 2 Kbytes. - Capable of providing simple to advance levels or machine controls. Medium : - Have up to 2048 I/O’s and memories up to 32 Kbytes. Large : - The most sophisticated units of the PLC family. They have up to 8192 I/O and memories up to 750 Kbytes. - Can control individual production processes or entire plant.
- 19. 2.1.4 Types of PLC Construction: i. Compact PLC ii. Modular PLC iii. PLC Plug-in Card Manufacturer: OMRON, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, NAIS, Siemens, Toshiba, Festo etc.
- 20. 2.1.4 Types of PLC Construction: i. Compact PLC: Compact PLC – MELSEC FX3U Figure 1: Compact PLC
- 21. i. Modular PLC Figure 2: Modular PLC
- 22. iii. PLC Plug-in Card Figure 3: Plug-in Card PLC
- 23. ADVANTAGES OF USING PLC: Shorter project implementation time. Easier modification Project cost can be accurately calculated. Shorter training time required. Design easily changed using software ( changes and addition to specifications can be processed by software. A wide range of control application Easy maintenance. High Reliability Standardization of Controller hardware. Able to withstand Harsh plant/process environments (Operate normally under severe conditions of temperature, humidity, voltage fluctuations and noises).
- 24. TOPIC 3 PLC HARDWARE DESIGN
- 25. 3.0 PLC HARDWARE DESIGN 3.1 Processor Architecture for PLC: Data BUS ROM RAM Output Input Microproce ssor/ CPU Address Bus Control Bus Figure 4: Design of Basic Microcomputer
- 26. 3.1.1 FUNCTION OF EACH BLOCK: a. Central Processing Unit (CPU) The CPU controls, monitors and supervises all operations within PLC. It is also caries out programmed instructions stored in the memory. An internal communications highway also known as a bus system, carries information to and from the CPU, memory and I/O units under the control of the CPU.
- 27. 3.1.1 FUNCTION OF EACH BLOCK: b. Memory Unit • For storage of programs. • The user’s ladder logic program, the state of I/O in the memory of PLC. • The main program and the other programs necessary for the operation of PLC. • The organization of the data and information in the memory is called memory map. 2 types of Memory ROM RAM
- 28. 3.1.1 FUNCTION OF EACH BLOCK: TYPES OF MEMORY: RAM Random Access Memory ROM Read Only Memory (read) This memory can be read from and written to. This memory can be read only Storing all user’s programs Storing all system’s program Entire contents will be lost if power Memory content remain when the is switched off. power is switched off.
- 29. 3.1.1 FUNCTION OF EACH BLOCK: c. Input/ Output (I/O) Unit Input Unit: Function as a medium that connects the external input devices (Switch, sensor & timer) Output Unit: Function as a medium that connects the external output devices to the CPU within PLC. ( Lamp, motor & solenoid )
- 30. INPUT DEVICES: Push Button Limit Switch Thumbwheel SW Level SW Flow SW
- 31. INPUT DEVICES: Motor Solenoid LED Display Heater Coil Lamp
- 32. d. Display and Indicator Unit Referring to PLC standard display Internal Relay: Console’s LCD Display if user use Mnemonic Code Programming. LCD Display Monitor Screen if user use software programming method. Monitor Screen
- 33. e. Housing Unit Protect PLC circuit and internal component f. Programming Unit Consist of 2 devices: i. Programming Console ii. Computer g. Secondary Storage Unit This unit related to CPU where all program and information were kept.
- 34. h. Power Supply Unit: Supplies DC power to the Central Processing Unit, Input Unit and Output Unit. i. Printing Unit Used to print control system programming that controlled by PLC wether graphically or text.