eBook: A Practical Guide to Programmable Logic Controllers

This eBook is for users who wish to learn how to do more with their programmable logic controllers (PLC) or simply refresh their understanding. It covers the basics and dives into ladder logic, PID loops, communication protocols, and motion control.

By AutomationDirect October 16, 2015

This eBook is for users who wish to learn how to do more with their programmable logic controllers (PLC) or simply refresh their understanding. It covers the basics and dives into ladder logic, PID loops, communication protocols, and motion control. The eBook has six chapters:

  • Chapter 1 – What is a PLC
  • Chapter 2 – History of the PLC
  • Chapter 3 – How to Choose a Controller
  • Chapter 4 – PLC Hardware
  • Chapter 5 – PLC Software
  • Chapter 6 – Practical PLC Topics.

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