AB CCW vs Click

DwSoFt · Sep 17, 2016

I have a client that priced out an 820 as a cheaper alternative to the ML1100. I have not used CCW yet but the forum here is full of bad stuff. I suggested a Click PLC. What are your guys thoughts between the 2?

OkiePC · Sep 17, 2016

I am a Click fan. It's not real good with ASCII, but aside from that I have had no problems with it. Software is fast and free. Communication is easy and solid.

I have never tried the Micro8xx and don't plan on it. Based on what I have read, I could expect to lose the $500 price difference between it and the ML1400 in labor hours working through the learning curve and the software stubbornness.

gclshortt · Sep 17, 2016

I would second the Click. Great PLC complete with Ethernet port. (Modbus TCP)

http://accautomation.ca/click-plc-system-hardware/

Regards,

rootboy · Sep 17, 2016

I'm a fan as well, but keep in mind that you have to put the PLC in program to make changes.

bernie_carlton · Sep 17, 2016

Other views on the '800' line - http://forums.mrplc.com/index.php?/topic/31380-macro-burned-by-the-micro-850/

OkiePC · Sep 17, 2016

rootboy said:
I'm a fan as well, but keep in mind that you have to put the PLC in program to make changes.

There is a "runtime transfer" with some of the "luxury" models. I think it is the "basic" series that does not include this feature. The project I am working on now has no local I/O in use, so I do not know if there is a "bump" in the I/O updates or scan time, so it might not be as smooth as online editing in an A/B PLC.

damica1 · Sep 17, 2016

I am by NO means and expert on anything (My wife can vouch for that!!)

However, we use the Micro800 series for all kinds of projects and they work GREAT, easy, fast to program. If using the Micro820, and we have several, we always set them up on a VPN networks this way we can be anywhere (as long as we have an Internet connection) connect, monitor, program, debug from anywhere.

They are for smaller projects I agree but they are well worth the time and effort to learn their strengths.

This all comes from my little experience.

Have a great day.

keithkyll · Sep 17, 2016

rootboy said:
I'm a fan as well, but keep in mind that you have to put the PLC in program to make changes.

Only true for the standard models. The new ones with Ethernet will do run time edits.

jaden · Sep 17, 2016

If needed, the Click Tech Support is great!

kwade · Sep 17, 2016

bernie_carlton said:
Other views on the '800' line - http://forums.mrplc.com/index.php?/topic/31380-macro-burned-by-the-micro-850/

Bernie, thank you for linking BobL's post.

Saturn_Europa1 · Sep 17, 2016

jaden said:
If needed, the Click Tech Support is great!

Is it free or do you need a support contact?

Cow · Sep 17, 2016

Saturn_Europa1 said:
Is it free or do you need a support contact?

Automation Direct tech support is free.

kwade · Sep 17, 2016

Cow said:
Automation Direct tech support is free.

And courteous.
Most of the help that I have required has come from their forum.
Didnt AB have a short-lived forum.
Must not have been a profit center!

DwSoFt · Sep 17, 2016

Thanks Guys. I have used the Click before, But not the 800 series.

BachPhi · Sep 18, 2016

Can click do High speed counter, pwm?? Does click use the same software as do-more or direct logic?

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