Created Date: May 08,2016

Created by: Mario

For a simple controller like say automating couple of pool valves, timers, and a temperature sensor or two, I know CLICK is more then enough.

With that in mind, and understanding that I 've never used or have yet to purchase any equipment, should I look into a PLC like Do-More, or just stick with CLICK.

I don't need stepper motors, analog processing or anything high speed. My needs are limited to something along the lines of sprinkler controller or HVAC zone controller.

I may be overthinking the need for software simulator before I purchase (and/or have access to actual PLC).

In all my other interactions with different types of controllers, there was always a software test environment (simulator) where programs could be tested, debugged, etc. without risking damage to equipment the controller would eventually be connected to.

Created Date: May 08,2016

Created by: kewakl

For a simple controller like say automating couple of pool valves, timers, and a temperature sensor or two, I know CLICK is more then enough.

With that in mind, and understanding that I 've never used or have yet to purchase any equipment, should I look into a PLC like Do-More, or just stick with CLICK.

I don't need stepper motors, analog processing or anything high speed. My needs are limited to something along the lines of sprinkler controller or HVAC zone controller.

What do you require to be accomplished -vs- How much do you want to spend? (bang vs buck)

Assuming 24VDC inputs / relay outputs and 2 analog inputs/outputs :

Click at $139. You can use any 24VDC power supply - with acceptable current capability

DoMore CPU is $299 No Power Supply, Chassis, or I/O cards.

Created Date: May 08,2016

Created by: Ridgeline Mach

Mario,

I have been programming PLC's since 1987. Sometimes, the customer would dictate what PLC I had to use when PLC's were still new; Modicon, Westinghouse, Omron, Square-D, GE Series One, TI 405, Cutler-Hammer D100, Allen-Bradley SLC 100/150, etc. so, I have plenty of experience of using an "unknown " controller. What I would suggest, so you don't worry of damage to any equipment, is to go ahead and purchase the CLICK PLC for your application, connect your inputs, but don't connect any output, so you won't damage any output device if your code does not work as expected.

-Todd