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S450C Programmable Logic Controller 
(The Smart Builder)

The Smart Builder is a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) incorporating a microcomputer with I/O capability.  Designed to bring real world experiences to the classroom, the Smart Builder can operate as a stand-alone unit.  It supports most other Science Instruments courses  SIC403C, SIP405C and SIP410C.  The SIP405C and SIP410C courses are provided on prewired panels powered by a Power Supply Base, S450PSB.  When the Panel is inserted into the Base, no additional wiring is required.  PLC programming (ladder Logic) is developed on the computer utilizing practical applications.

PLC SPECIFICATIONS

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16 Input points, 12 relay output points.

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24 Volt DC power supply for input points.

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6000 Word EEPROM memory.

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1024 Programmable internal coils.

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600 Programmable timers and counter.

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5KHz counter speed.

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International standard relay ladder logic programming, with graphic monitoring.

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Programs may be developed on any PC.

HANDS-ON LABORATORY TOPICS

  1. Relays vs. programmable logic controllers

  2. The operation of a programmable logic controller

  3. Ladder circuits and diagrams

  4. Ladder logic applications

  5. Program basics

  6. Programming the PLC

  7. Series-parallel logic

  8. Latching circuits, retentive circuits, and special logic functions

  9. Timer circuits

  10. Counters

  11. Sequencer circuits

  12. Shift registers

  13. Special scan timer logic circuits

  14. High-speed counters

  15. Application exercises and solutions

One laboratory manual (S450A-IM) is included.  All equipment operates on 115/240V, 50/60Hz.
Weight: 19lbs. (8.7kg).

SPECIFICATIONS


S450PSB Power Supply Base 

The S450PSB Power Supply Base includes five power supplies, an audio amplifier with speaker, and an interconnect jack for connection to the S450 Smart Builder.  Power and I/O connections to SIC experimental panels are made when the panel is plugged into the S450PSB.  The student concentrates on the course material rather than wiring.