We had gone from using the Moeller smart relays to the 10 point micrologix with the free software. We now must use a micrologix which will require RS Logix 500. I will be purchasing this along with the panelbuilder software for a micro view HMI that will be set up with the PLC.
I budgeted the starter software for around $500 and the panelbuilder for around $300. I am unsure if I should go for the full blown RS Logix. That would be twice as much. What would you do starting out? There is not enough money in the job so I would have to eat the extra money spent. How would you get the most for your money with legitimate AB software?
Thanks in advance for your input.
EDIT: I might as well throw it all on the table.
The system consist of 10 DI and 7 DO using 24VDC for inputs and isolated relay outputs. It will have a HMI to allow a operator to change values. The local AB rep recommended these components:
1761-L16BWA $246.40
9324RLO100ENE $499.00
2711-M3A18L1 $324.00
2711ND3 $295.00
2711CBLHMO5 $59.82
I must use AB on the PLC but I might be able to use a different HMI. Does anyone see any obvious ways to save money on this setup?
It was a tough year in 2003 and I sure would like to squeeze every exra penny out of this. Thanks in advance for any input on software / hardware.
I budgeted the starter software for around $500 and the panelbuilder for around $300. I am unsure if I should go for the full blown RS Logix. That would be twice as much. What would you do starting out? There is not enough money in the job so I would have to eat the extra money spent. How would you get the most for your money with legitimate AB software?
Thanks in advance for your input.
EDIT: I might as well throw it all on the table.
The system consist of 10 DI and 7 DO using 24VDC for inputs and isolated relay outputs. It will have a HMI to allow a operator to change values. The local AB rep recommended these components:
1761-L16BWA $246.40
9324RLO100ENE $499.00
2711-M3A18L1 $324.00
2711ND3 $295.00
2711CBLHMO5 $59.82
I must use AB on the PLC but I might be able to use a different HMI. Does anyone see any obvious ways to save money on this setup?
It was a tough year in 2003 and I sure would like to squeeze every exra penny out of this. Thanks in advance for any input on software / hardware.
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