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Illustrated Guide to Siemens PLC Programming and Practice

2026-04-20 by boardor

In today’s rapidly developing industrial automation and information technology, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) play an indispensable role as an important industrial control device in various production processes. They are widely used in manufacturing, transportation, energy, and construction fields due to their high reliability, flexibility, and ease of maintenance. Siemens PLC products are widely recognized in … Read more

Illustrated Guide to Siemens PLC Programming and Practice

2026-04-20 by boardor

In today’s rapidly developing industrial automation and information technology, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) play an indispensable role as an important industrial control device in various manufacturing processes. They are widely used in industries such as manufacturing, transportation, energy, and construction due to their high reliability, flexibility, and ease of maintenance. Siemens PLC products are widely … Read more

27 Basic PLC Commands You Must Know

2026-04-20 by boardor

Introduction With the advancement of Industry 4.0, the application of PLC in industrial production and daily life has become increasingly widespread, and more and more experienced electricians are starting to learn this skill. So how can one quickly get started with PLC? Here are 27 commonly used logic commands and their specific usage methods, keep … Read more

PROFIBUS Wiring Guide

2026-04-17 by boardor

PROFIBUS Wiring Please refer to the document: Profibus Wiring PROFIBUS Connectors and Termination Resistors The connector is used to connect the ROFIBUS cable to the PROFIBUS stations (as shown in Figure 1). Figure 1 Usage of PROFIBUS Connector On the PROFIBUS connector, there is an incoming port (In) and an outgoing port (Out), which connect … Read more

First Industrial Automation ASi-5 ASSP Launched

2026-04-12 by boardor

Recently, Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the launch of the industry’s first chip solution that fully implements the ASi-5 (Actuator-Sensor Interface Specification V5) standard for industrial network devices—ASI4U-V5 ASSP. Compared to ASi-3, ASi-5 offers superior performance and usability, providing a cycle time as low as 1.27ms, cable lengths of up to 200 meters, and supporting up … Read more

Solutions | ChipBaiwei: Empowering Stable High-Speed Optical Communication with High-Precision DAC and Full-Link Collaboration

2026-02-20 by boardor

Optical modules, as the ‘micro core’ of optical communication systems, directly determine network bandwidth, transmission distance, and energy efficiency. From the ‘computing artery’ of data centers to the ‘information trunk’ of telecom networks, and into the ‘intelligent nervous system’ of industrial and automotive fields, optical modules have deeply integrated into every layer of the digital … Read more

Why Communication is the Most Frustrating Aspect of PLCs

2026-02-18 by boardor

Introduction The statement “communication is the most frustrating aspect of PLCs” resonates widely among automation engineers, electrical technicians, and field maintenance personnel. This is not an exaggeration, but rather a conclusion drawn from the inherent complexity of communication, the harshness of field environments, and the rapid pace of technological iteration. We can delve into the … Read more

Understanding RS-232/422/485 in 3 Minutes! Don’t Get Blamed on Site!

2026-02-18 by boardor

1. First, let’s pronounce the name correctly, what exactly is RS? RS = Recommended Standard, which translates to “recommended standard” and is not a patent of any company. The number following it is the version number: 232: Released in 1962, it’s the grandparent, mainly for computer COM ports; 422: Released in 1975, it’s the uncle, … Read more

Introduction to Modbus: Everything You Need to Know

2026-02-17 by boardor

In the context of industrial automation and the development of the Internet of Things, data transmission protocols are the cornerstone of all operations. Among them, the Modbus protocol has become one of the most popular communication protocols in the industrial field due to its openness, wide application, and simplicity. This article will provide an in-depth … Read more

Top Ten Real-World Applications of VxWorks in Industry

2026-02-16 by boardor

Among numerous real-time operating systems (RTOS), VxWorks is one of the most trusted names. Developed by Wind River, VxWorks has become the core of embedded systems in several critical industries due to its deterministic performance, scalability, and security certifications. Below, we will introduce real-world application cases of VxWorks in ten industries, showcasing how it drives … Read more