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Power Supply Modules

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📌 Power Supply Modules — Keeping Your PLC Alive ⚡ Every PLC needs reliable power — and that’s exactly what the Power Supply Module delivers. 🔹 Main Role: It converts incoming AC or DC power into stable, regulated voltage for all PLC components (CPU, I/O, communication modules). 🔹 Why It Matters: Ensures uninterrupted operation Protects sensitive electronics from voltage fluctuations Keeps the entire system stable and reliable 👉 Without a proper power supply, even the smartest PLC won’t function. It’s the heartbeat of the system. Stay tuned for the next topic: Communication Modules 🔗 Email: info@mst-ct.com #PLC #AutomationEngineering #IndustrialAutomation #MST  

CPU Modules - The Brain of Your PLC

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CPU Modules — The Brain of Your PLC At the heart of every PLC is the CPU module — the unit that executes logic, processes data, and makes decisions in real time. 🔹 Key Functions of the CPU: Reads inputs from the I/O modules Executes the control program (ladder logic, structured text, etc.) Sends commands to the outputs Handles communication with HMIs, SCADA, and other systems Modern CPUs also support diagnostics, redundancy, and high-speed processing, making them reliable for critical operations. 👉 Simply put: Without the CPU, there is no control — it’s the brain behind automation. Stay tuned for our next topic: Power Supply Modules ⚡ Email: info@mst-ct.com hashtag # PLC hashtag # AutomationEngineering hashtag # CPU hashtag # IndustrialAutomation hashtag # MST  

I/O Modules

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       I/O Modules — The Interface Between Logic and Reality I/O (Input/Output) modules are how your PLC "senses" and "acts". Input modules receive signals from sensors, switches, encoders. Output modules control actuators, relays, motors, or alarms. They come in digital and analog types, and must be matched carefully to your field devices and response needs. A well-designed I/O layout is the difference between stable control and constant troubleshooting. Coming next: CPU Modules — the core of decision-making. Email: info@mst-ct.com hashtag # PLCDesign hashtag # IOModules hashtag # ControlEngineering hashtag # MST

What's Inside a PLC?

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To truly understand a PLC, you need to know its core building blocks: CPU Module – the brain I/O Modules – the eyes and hands Power Supply – the energy source Communication Ports – for system integration Each of these plays a critical role in enabling real-time, reliable automation. Next up: We start with I/O Modules — what they are and why they matter. Email: info@mst-ct.com #PLCArchitecture #AutomationBasics #MST  

PLCs

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PLCs have evolved far beyond basic relay logic. Today’s systems support motion control, PID loops, redundant CPUs, and integration with SCADA, HMI, MES, and ERP platforms.  They're the brains of smart factories — built for speed, precision, and scalability.  Stay tuned as we break down the key components and advanced features that make modern PLCs essential to industrial success.  Email: info@mst-ct.com   #PLC #IndustrialAutomation #SmartFactory #MST