Add variables to the Allen-Bradley data source
The variable can be created manually by assigning it an “address“.
It is easier if you click on “Browse“. Select an existing variable and confirm with “Import“.
The variable for the Allen-Bradley data source has been successfully created and can now be used.
When entering manually, enter the name of the variable in the “Address” field (the address is the name stored in the Allen-Bradley data source).
In the “Name” field, you can rename the variable internally and specify the “File type” in the line below.
Click “Add” to create the variable.
Allen-Bradley address syntax for fast entry
Allen-Bradley variables can also be added with a quick entry.
A variable with a single field entry can be created here using the correct syntax.
In general, the following syntax applies to Allen-Bradley addresses:
- [Datentyp].[Pfad]
Data types:
| Abbreviation | Description |
| X | Boolean |
| I1 | SInt |
| I2 | Int |
| I4 | DInt |
| F | Real |
| S | String |
