Introduction to PLC-5 Timers There are three types of PLC-5 Timers that we will cover in this section: TON, TOF, and RTO. Generally, the TON (Timer On Delay) instruction delays the DN (Done) bit from going true. On the other hand, the TOF (Off Delay Timer) delays the DN bit Read More »
Introduction of TON and TOF Differences There are several TON and TOF Differences that you need to be aware of. In summary, the TON delays the DN bit from turning ON. The TOF Instruction delays the DN Bit from shutting off. The TON Instruction By far, the TON instruction is Read More »
Introduction to delaying outputs on and off In this post, I’ll explain delaying outputs on and off can be used in the SLC500 processor. For example: We have a motor with a fan. When a main motor starts, a fan needs to start two seconds later. When the motor is Read More »
Introduction to timers in the SLC-500 Processor. Timers in the SLC-500 processor are very similar to timers in other AB Processors. There are 3 types of timers: On Delay (TON), Off Delay (TOF) and the Retentive Timer (RTO). The On Delay Timer (TON) delays the Done bit (DN) from turning Read More »
Introduction to the SLC 500 Off Delay Timer The SLC 500 Off Delay Timer (TOF) Delays the DN (Done) bit from shutting off. Many people will find this as the most confusing type of timer. Once you understand it’s operation, and relate it to a real process, however, its easy Read More »
Introduction to ControlLogix Timers ControlLogix timers are used to delay events, or to time events. There are three timers in the ControlLogix processor. The TON (Timer On Delay) delays an event from turning on. Next, the TOF (Timer Off Delay) Delays an event from shutting off. Then we Read More »
