AB MicroLogix 1200 software

[ready961]

Hello
I have a AB MicroLogix 1200 in a machine that I would like to add a couple ladders to the program. What will I need for software and where do I get it?

Thanks

 

[Derek]

RSLogix 500 and RSLinx. You can download RSLinx from the Rockwell site.
For Logix 500 you need to find your AB stealership.

 

[ready961]

Is the RSLinx the software just to connect to the PLC? Any idea what I should expect to pay for logix 500?

 

[kolyur]

Yes, RSLinx handles the communications between the PLC and your PC. The basic version is a free download from Rockwell's site.

RSLogix is where you do the actual programming. Traditionally you would need RSLogix 500 Starter to program the Micrologix 1200 (p/n 9324-RL0100ENE) which retails for about $600. However, they recently released a version called "RSLogix Micro" which appears to be identical to Starter but with no SLC support (p/n 9324-RLM0100ENE). If you can get in touch with your distributor be sure to ask about this as it would probably save you some $$$.

 

[kolyur]

Datasheet for RSLogix Micro:
http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/pp/9324m-pp001_-en-p.pdf

 

[ready961]

Thanks guys. I tried contacting AB and they told me to call my local distibutor. They wouldnt even tell me what I needed to buy. Not impressed at all with AB support. If it wasnt in the machine already I would use Automation Direct where they would actually talk to me.

Anyone know the best place to buy AB stuff like this?

 

[bh307]

what is your location

 

[vetruss]

Depending on your location you might be able to find a contractor to come in and save you some money vs. buying the software.

I mean if your only going to add a few lines of logic.

 

[OZEE]

Give us some clues about where you are located and we might be able to direct you to the right place...

 

[ready961]

Im in Plainville Ma. which is south of Boston.

 

[kolyur]

Rockwell's distributor locator:
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/distributor/uscanada.html

It looks like your distributor is Horizon Solutions in Holyoke.