Hi All, I have a programming background but have never used a PLC. I have what I think is a simple automation project however Im not sure of the right type of controller to use. PLC or another type of controller such as ARDUINO.
The requirement is to measure the position of 3 levers. The levers have a travel of about 30mm. Depending on the position of the levers and rate of travel I need to fire a solenoid. The component must be analog so we can determine the position of the levers.
There would also be a dial/knob. This would act as an input to adjust the sensitivity of the solenoid firing.
The custom written program would be constantly monitoring the change of position of the levers and dial, then fire the solenoid as required.
Is a simple cheap PLC the right tool for the job?
What are the main components required?
Can I outsource the build and programming of the device?
Thanks is advance
The requirement is to measure the position of 3 levers. The levers have a travel of about 30mm. Depending on the position of the levers and rate of travel I need to fire a solenoid. The component must be analog so we can determine the position of the levers.
There would also be a dial/knob. This would act as an input to adjust the sensitivity of the solenoid firing.
The custom written program would be constantly monitoring the change of position of the levers and dial, then fire the solenoid as required.
Is a simple cheap PLC the right tool for the job?
What are the main components required?
Can I outsource the build and programming of the device?
Thanks is advance