Simulate an Encoder with a Periodic Task in Studio 5000

You can use a periodic task and simulate an encoder going clockwise and counterclockwise. You can also use the SSV instruction to vary the "speed" of the encoder.
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[@lewblabencol]

very cool video, Tim

[@TimWilborne]

Thanks 👍

[@shaneplatt3128]

Great Topic Tim! I always use Periodic Task regardless of what I am writing, for the very reason you mentioned.

[@TimWilborne]

Thanks Shane. I should use periodic task more often than I do.

[@shaneplatt3128]

@@TimWilborne Hey Tim, I am a noob compared to you! So I am not sure if I should be using periodic tasks all the time. I just mimic the guy who taught me. You know the grouchy old guy, the one you were to afraid to ask why when you were learning😆

[@TimWilborne]

@@shaneplatt3128 They guy who taught you is doing a best practice, the continuous task is the only one created by default so most people use it until they have problems.

[@shaneplatt3128]

@@TimWilborne See I am always learning something from you! Thanks again for putting out great content!

[@jimmyflinn8718]

Good video Tim

[@TimWilborne]

Thanks 👍

[@justinpuzak2558]

hey tim, off topic question, can you use a power module that came with a 523 and use it with a 525 instead?
thanks for all your help

[@TimWilborne]

I don't think I would chance it without calling Rockwell Tech Support.