I hope it's obvious that most of these items are suggestions. If you're like me, you'll just use what you have if possible.
Item | Description |
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Windows PC with Connected Components Workbench | |
Micro820 PLC | |
24 VDC power supply. Just about any will do. Some examples: Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 | |
120 VAC single phase power cord | |
35 mm DIN rail channel. Examples: Example 1 Example 2 | |
Stranded hook up wire (20-16 AWG recommended) as needed. Examples: Black Red | |
Ethernet cable |
Item | Description |
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SPST toggle switch. Example: Examples | |
35 mm DIN rail terminal blocks | |
Examples: 2 position 3 position 4 position 5 position | |
Insulated ferrules: 20 AWG wire 18 AWG wire 16 AWG wire | |
Ferrule crimping tool |
Item | Description |
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RS-232 to USB converter. There are lots of these to choose from. Most aren't trustworthy. A nice choice would be this one from BlackBox: BlackBox P/N IC199A-R3 | |
An adapter like this will speed up the wiring. Well worth it if you'll be experimenting with RS-232. |