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EXPLORER IV-A PRINCIPLES OF PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS
A Complete PLC Training System Featuring The Allen Bradley SLC 100
The Explorer IV-A Programmable Logic Controller Training System enables
learners to develop competence in operating, programming and troubleshooting
a true industrial programmable logic controller (PLC). It includes a trainee
activity manual written in a skill-building format and understandable
language, allowing a novice to rapidly attain programming competency.
The Explorer IV-A curriculum begins with basic wiring concepts and moves
quickly through circuits, ladder logic and programming. Additional units
focus on troubleshooting and the special features of the Allen-Bradley
SLC 100.
The learning system includes a SLC 100 pocket programmer, input and output
devices and a wiring kit. Each unit in the curriculum includes programming
and wiring experiments which stimulate proficiency in PLC operation and
industrial applications.
The experiment station design permits easy access
to the input/output terminal strips with simple banana-jack connectors.
This allows rapid set-up and testing of wiring changes, using the built-in
input/output devices or user-identified external devices.
The Explorer IV-A's rugged design and portability allow it to stand up to the
most demanding training schedule. The programmable controller training
system can be tied together with TII's pneumatics, hydraulics,
electromechanical controls, and sensors training systems via the mobile
benches, or it can be used separately. Options to expand capabilities
include software for programming tile PLC with a personal computer,
industrial sensors for input/interface and robots for more advanced
applications. TII offers training systems for other PLCS, including
Cutler-Hammer D100A, Mitsubishi F1 Series, Allen-Bradley PLC 2 and other
models.
Experiment Station
The learning system is mounted upright on a steel panel for convenient
interfacing with other Explorer trainers. The steel panel contains the
Allen-Bradley SLC 100 (internally fused), mounted in a steel training panel.
Included on the panel is a 24-volt DC power supply (grounded and fused), 8
combination lights and switches (4 momentary and 4 maintain switches, 2
normally open and 2 normally closed), and banana-jack terminal strips with
protective shields for the lights/switches and for the 10 inputs/6 outputs
from the SLC 100. All features of the panel have been silkscreened for easy
identification. The programming pendant attaches to the front of the PLC
through a wire-jack connection. The unit also includes one set of wire patch
cords and one EEPROM memory module for saving trainee programs. The panel is
designed for use on a table, bench or as part of a flexible manufacturing
system.
Allen-Bradley SLC 100 Specifications
Programming Pendant: LED display for address, data, rung and mode number;
keypad has raised keys with tactile feedback
The Principles of Programmable Logic Controllers curriculum was designed and
reviewed by a panel of experienced community college instructors and
industrial trainers. It includes 22 units of hands-on activities and
instructional support. Each unit contains a series of modules with
objectives that cover background study, observational and hands-on
experiments and application exercises. The units in the first section have
been developed to address the basics of PLC operation. The second and third
sections provide experience in programming and special features of the PLC.
Courseware includes a user activity manual and an instructor's reference
guide.
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
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Description
Specifications
Curriculum
Output: 24 VDC
Inputs/Outputs: 16 (10 inputs, 6 outputs)
Relay points: 181 maximum
User Memory: 885 words
Timers/Counters: 32 (shared addresses)
Timer Range: 0.1 to 999.9 seconds (timers are both on-delay and off-delay)
Counter Range: 1 to 9,999 (counters are both up and down) (both time and
event sequencers are included; there are a total of 32 possible)
Memory Type: CMOS RAM with battery backup; Optional EEPROM
Panel Size: 20.5"xl4.5"x4"
Shipping Weight: 35 lbs
Warranty: one year
Basic PLC Functions and Their Application
Output Control Functions and Their Applications
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