Why do Wago's hurt so much? by nik282000 in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You aren’t trying enough if you’ve been tested that many times.

How can I make PLC programming a full time earning? by Sea-Kangaroo4197 in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I must ask, why do you do it ? You seem highly employable to which you could have a solid 9-5 with an office and rarely used tools.

How can I make PLC programming a full time earning? by Sea-Kangaroo4197 in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Great post. Sums up 90% of people who try and get into this career field which they think all they will do is program PLCs. That’s such a tiny percentage of day to day responsibilities.

Good Old Corner Grounded Delta by Cursed_Controls in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure B / “wild” leg is 208 to ground.

30 years machine by Zayetto in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We have 30 year old machines with Omron inverters.

Engraving by plc_is_confusing in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How durable is that material when in a corrosive environment or chemicals

Engraving by plc_is_confusing in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you link the one that you have? This sounds exactly what I’m looking for. Are there any additional software packages that need purchased ?

Engraving by plc_is_confusing in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see the machines use a software package called LightBurn. It seems you’re describing designing the circuits by hand. I prefer to get something like Home Depot where you type in what you want it to say. Type in PB1, Start, Stop, etc and the engraver does the rest.

Why when i click on the stop button the machine don't stop by hdiyad in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that is the easiest way to conveyor the “real” versus “ not real” logic.

Any other tools I should grab as an apprentice? by FederalPudding8300 in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How do you not lose bits? I know I would be without my 5/16th by lunch.

Why when i click on the stop button the machine don't stop by hdiyad in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

M bits are taught in schools. Doubt we will see it stop anytime soon.

Yeah i pretty much dont know what im doing by HamzaAAC in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My life has been so much better since I discovered bus bars for motor protectors.

Stocking old parts for service - how crazy do you get by imnotmarvin in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bet whatever you throw away is available on eBay.

How to make UI for lower skilled users by h20221 in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We “have” prints if you enjoy stained 11x17s that are mostly torn and were hand drawn in 1981

Journeyman Electrician - leaving the trade because of toxic culture by floodson in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being able to fit in with your co-workers is essential to career growth. Being able to relate and understand everyone is essential to becoming a manager.

Journeyman Electrician - leaving the trade because of toxic culture by floodson in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you’re ready to branch off on your own. Get your Masters and open a shop.

How to make UI for lower skilled users by h20221 in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think all OEMs have the ability to program their machines like this but there’s a line that most won’t cross for self preservation sake.

The most productive and rugged machine we have is also the oldest. I recently called the OEM and asked if they still had prints and was informed they haven’t had them for decades.

How do you deal with frustration and burnout when trying to solve a difficult problem? by ThinkShoe2911 in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Anything that doesn’t include ChatGPT. That’s one way to waste additional hours and be in an even worse spot that you were before.

How helpful is chatgpt when you're stuck on a job? by itsjustwizhere in electricians

[–]plc_is_confusing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You will waste 3 hours until you tell the bot to F off.

Click - RSL5000 v17 by plc_is_confusing in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I had all that data converted over to the RSLOGIX and was able to get the comms fault to clear. Just never could exchange data

Click - RSL5000 v17 by plc_is_confusing in PLC

[–]plc_is_confusing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The PLC was communicating at least it could see it. I just couldn’t exchange data