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    Analog output to analog input

    They are both 4-20mA. Thanks
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    Analog output to analog input

    This may sound foolish, but I need to do this for a temporary fix until we have out PLC network up. Can I use an Allen Bradley SLC 500 analog output to send an analog input on a PLC 5? We already have some twisted pair wires pulled and this is a quick solution for passing two temperatures for...
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    PLC5 read in Logix5000 msg

    I got it. Thanks for the help. Here was my problem. 2,"3",70,1,3,3,35 I was not using the 3 for the B chnl of the DHRIO card. I knew it was something simple. the solution looks more like this. 1,2,3,56,1,3 Then select the chnl and the destination node.
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    PLC5 read in Logix5000 msg

    I am trying to to a PLC 5 read in a Logix 5000 to get data from a PLC 5. I am confused about the routing. Could anyone help. I have it set up as PLC 5 Type read in the Configuration Tab. The number of elements is 1. I am trying to configure the routing in the Communication tab. Here is my...
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    Heating a pump head with hot water

    That would be the best solution. We already have a pump in place that works very well and we really do not want to spend another $3500 for a new pump and AC drive. I am going to try some heating with copper tubing and steel rods with hot water first.
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    Heating a pump head with hot water

    The heater strips would work, but this is an explosion proof application. I believe that explosion proof strips are made. I will look into it. Thanks
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    Heating a pump head with hot water

    The inlet to the pump is insulated and is heated with hot water via a tube in a tube. The pump head just does not stay hot enough. I will try insulating it better, but would also like some heating added. Thanks
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    Heating a pump head with hot water

    I am pumping a solvent solution that needs to stay above 100 F. Everything is fine except at the pump head. It is just not hot enough. Has anyone seen a bladder that can be placed next to a pump head and have water run through it? I can insulate the bladder to keep it warm. This should...
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