The 2080-LC20-16QVB is a compact Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) that is manufactured by Allen-Bradley. This control belongs to the Micro 800 series and specifically belongs to the Micro 830 sub-category. This controller comes with integrated discrete input and output channels and embedded communication interfaces for communication with the Programming workstation, Human-machine Interfaces (MI), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Specifically, the 2080-LC20-16QVB is provided with Ten (10) 110 VAC discrete inputs and Six (6) 24 VDC sourcing outputs. These I/O are used for interfacing standard I/O signals. This controller also has One (1) Pulse Train Output and Two (2) High-speed counter inputs, primarily used for motion control and counting applications. The Pulse train outputs and high-speed counter input signals operate at a maximum frequency of 100 kHz. For communication, this controller has One (1) RS232 interface that supports a variety of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus RTU Master/Slave, ASCII, and Common Industrial Protocol (CIP). Up to Two (2) Plug-in modules may be installed on this controller to expand the I/O support or communication capability of the 2080-LC20-16QVB. Up to 8Kbytes of data can be stored to this controller which is also capable of Floating-point math data processing and calculation, PID loop control as well as use the utilization of user-defined function blocks.

The Allen-Bradley 2080-LC30-16QVB logic controller is an economical and expandable PLC designed for low-cost stand-alone motors and machine appliances. This part number falls under the Micro 830 series of controllers. This PLC exhibits flexible communication properties and I/O capabilities for up to 2 plug-in modules.

The Micro 830, 2080-LC30-16QVB logic controller is a 16-form factor due to the 16 I/O ports embedded at its base. It has high-end speed counters (HSC) and pulse train output (PTO) support. It is manufactured and assembled in a brick-shaped compact design which allows communication through various USB 2.0 (non-isolated) embedded ports and RS232/RS485 non-isolated combo serial. Its base analog channels operate via its 2 plug-in modules. Its maximum digital I/O level is 32.

The technical specifications for the 2080-LC30-16QVB Micro 830 PLC are 12-24V sink transistor standard and high-input circuits, an input rating of 24V DC, 8.8mA, and an output rating of 24V DC, 1A per point. Its isolation voltage is 50V continuous reinforced insulation type. The maximum surrounding air temperature required for its operation is 65 degrees Celsius or 149 degrees Fahrenheit, while its non-operation temperature is -40-85 degrees Celsius or -40-185 degrees Fahrenheit for cold, dry environments or thermal non-packaged operations. The emissions from this PLC are CISPR11 group 1, class A while its vibration is 2g @ 10-500Hz. The 2080-LC30-16QVB comes with a user manual.

1. Does the 2080-LC20-16QVB support PID control?

Yes. The 2080-LC20-16QVB can implement PID loop control.

2. How many plug-in modules can be installed to the 2080-LC20-16QVB?

Up to Two (2) Plug in modules can be added to the base configuration of the 2080- LC20-16QVB.