plc-2 software?

[tommohar 0]

I have a few machines that are being rebuilt that have plc-2 processors. I want to upload the program to get some kind of idea as to what the program is doing in order to upgrade to a Logix. Does the software still exist? can I get it from AB? Supposedly, the OEM can't locate the program but they are willing to come to us and help for an enormous fee.

[Steve Bailey 118]

Your best bet would be to look around for someone local to come in and upload the program and make a printout. AB will still sell you the software, but they price it artificially high. It will probably cost you more to purchase than the cost of a one-day service call. By contracting out this part of the project, you eliminate wasting your time learning your way around the software for a one-time use. By finding someone local, you can minimize travel expenses. Your local AB distributor would probably be a good place to start. They may not be able to do it, but its a good bet that they know someone who can.

[tommohar 0]

That is a good idea. I inquired to AB about the cost and the person I talked to wasn't positive about the price but it was close to $4,000! I'll take your advice and find someone just to upload for me.Thanks!

[JimRoz 0]

FasTrak SoftWorks, Inc. still supports their software for the AB PLC-2. It still runs under Windows platforms. It is far less than $4000. Feel free to contactme. jim@fast-soft.com

[hakko808 0]

Ocassionally the older AB programming terminals pop up on e-bay and usually include the software. However there is a bit of a learning curve. Perhaps you could just send the processors out to somone familair with that vintage equipement, or perhaps make your purchase of the replacment logix contigent upon conversion.

[gravitar 3]

Tell us where you are, maybe someone on this forum would be able to help you!