On-Off Control Block

Purpose

The On-Off Control (BB) block opens and closes up to two digital outputs based upon an incoming analog value or an operator input.

Features

The On-Off Control block:

  • Is an optional control block.
  • Is a secondary block.
  • Must receive input from an upstream Analog Input or Analog Alarm block.
  • Controls one or two digital outputs automatically, when operated in Automatic mode.
  • Allows an operator to open and close the high and low contacts from the iFIX WorkSpace, when operated in Manual mode.
  • Can be used in a chain with exception-based or time-based processing.

 

Typical Uses

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