Learn the 4 Basic Variable Types in PLC Programming

There are four fundamental variable types in PLC programming: Boolean, Integer, Real, and String. This is a universal concept for all PLC programming but needs to be clarified due to the acronyms and various names used by manufacturers and PLC hardware. Your controller programming manual will help you understand the terms of the variables in your hardware. It is essential to understand the different types of variables available to you, the programmer. We will explore each of the four variable types, breaking down what they are and how they are used in programming your controller. Let's dive in!

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00:00 Learn 4 Basic Variable Types in PLC Programming
00:58 Boolean (On / Off) PLC Variable
02:10 Integer (Number) PLC Variable
03:51 Real (Very Large or Small Number) PLC Variable
04:46 String (Character) PLC Variable

Here are the controllers that we have covered at ACC Automation:
Productivity Series
BRX Do-More Series (Do-More Designer Software + Simulator)
Click PLC Series
Omron CP1H Series
Horner XL4 PLC Series

EasyPLC Software Suite is a complete PLC, HMI, and Machine Simulator Software package. See below to receive 10% off this software. This PLC learning package includes the following:
Easy PLC – PLC Simulation will allow programming in Ladder, Grafcet, Logic Blocks, or Script.
HMI System – Easily create a visual human-machine interface (HMI)
Machine Simulator – A virtual 3D world with real-time graphics and physical properties. PLC programs can be tested using EasyPLC or through other interfaces. (Modbus RTU, TCP, etc.)
Machine Simulator Lite – Designed to run on Android Devices.
Machine Simulator VR – Virtual Reality comes to life so you can test, train or practice your PLC programming.
Purchase your copy of this learning package for less than USD 75 for a single computer install or less than USD 100 to allow different computers.
Learn PLC programming the easy way. Invest in yourself today.

Regards,
Garry
ACC Automation

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Here are the controllers that we have covered at ACC Automation:
Productivity Series
BRX Do-More Series (Do-More Designer Software + Simulator)
Click PLC Series
Omron CP1H Series
Horner XL4 PLC Series

EasyPLC Software Suite is a complete PLC, HMI, and Machine Simulator Software package. Please take a look below to receive 10% off this software. This PLC learning package includes the following:
Easy PLC – PLC Simulation will allow programming in Ladder, Grafcet, Logic Blocks, or Script.
HMI System – Easily create a visual human-machine interface (HMI)
Machine Simulator – A virtual 3D world with real-time graphics and physical properties. PLC programs can be tested using EasyPLC or through other interfaces. (Modbus RTU, TCP, etc.)
Machine Simulator Lite – Designed to run on Android Devices.
Machine Simulator VR – Virtual Reality comes to life so you can test, train or practice your PLC programming.
Purchase your copy of this learning package for less than USD 75 for a single computer install or less than USD 100 to allow different computers.
Learn PLC programming the easy way. Invest in yourself today.

Regards,
Garry
ACC Automation

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