18 pls – Yaskawa MotionWorks+ Windows Software User Manual

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Block Reference

MotionWorks+™

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3.2.18 PLS

Definition

The PLS (programmable limit switch) block sets outputs or variables accordingly based
on the Encoder property. The Encoder property is typically the main axis position;
however, any variable can be used. A maximum of eight outputs can be programmed
per block. To control more outputs, connect PLS blocks together or assign additional
programs for the PLS function.

Properties

Encoder:

The encoder/variable that determines the state of the outputs.
Typically this is the main axis position.

Maximum Position:

The greatest value of Encoder which sets the state of the output
according to the Output property.

Minimum Position:

The smallest value of Encoder which sets the state of the output
according to the Output property.

Output #:

The output to be set when Encoder is within the range.

State:

Select either ON or OFF. The output is set to this state when
Encoder is within the range, otherwise it is set to the opposite
state.

Required Conditions

None

Example

Property

Default

Minimum

Value

Maximum

Value

Base Units

Run

Time

Encoder

N/A

-2147473648

2147483647 encoder counts

No

Maximum Position

0

-2147483648

2147483647 encoder counts

Yes

Minimum Position

0

-2147483648

2147483647 encoder counts

Yes

Output #

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

No

State

Off

Off

On

N/A

No

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