PLC Programming Method for Continuous Length Measurement Using Incremental Encoders

PLC Programming Method for Continuous Length Measurement Using Incremental Encoders

Length measurement, or distance measurement, is ubiquitous in industrial production. This article presents a programming method for continuous length measurement using the SIEMENS SIMATIC S7-1200 connected to the OMRON E6B2-CWZ5B incremental encoder, based on a practical case. The goal is to achieve cyclic measurement, length counting, and subsequent speed measurement with minimal and straightforward programming. … Read more