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How to Create DFB in Schneider PLC? – Derived Function Block

In this article, we will learn how to create user derived function block (DFB) in machine expert, unity pro schneider PLC.

Last updated: September 28, 2022 4:10 pm
Viral Nagda
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In this post, we will learn how to create DFB in Schneider PLC.

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Machine Expert BasicMachine ExpertUnity Pro

Derived Function Block (DFB) is a very important tool in reducing the working time of a programmer for creating a repetitive type of logic. Basically, it is a function block created by the programmer; similar to the function blocks (libraries) which are predefined in the PLC programming software.

In this post, we will learn to create DFB’s in Schneider PLC. Here, we will see 3 types of programming software in Schneider PLC – Machine Expert Basic, Machine Expert and Control Expert.

Machine Expert Basic

Right-click User-defined function blocks in the Tasks window as shown in figure. Then, you will get the option to add a DFB.

Add it and a by default DFB name of UDFB1_ will be created.

You can then rename it according to your needs. As you go on adding DFB, the number will be incremented as 2_, 3_, 4_ etc.

Derived Function Block (DFB) in PLC

After DFB has been added, you will see the following window in the bottom of the software layout.

As a DFB has inputs and outputs similar to function block library, you have to add inputs and outputs to the DFB according to your requirement.

DFB in Schneider PLC

In the below image, I have added 2 inputs and 2 outputs to the DFB by clicking Add Boolean input and Add Boolean output button.

You can double-click the rectangle as an input or output is added and rename it.

In the below example, I have renamed it as IP1, IP2, OP1 and OP2.

Function Block View in PLC

Now, just an input and output is not enough to write a logic inside the function block.

You will need other local or in-out variables and other in-built software libraries to build the logic.

Refer the below image. I have added a parameter named PARAM0 and a local variable named VAR0.

logic inside the function block

Below image shows the logic written for all the variables created. You can use PARAM0 outside the DFB.

VAR0 can be used locally inside the DFB only.

PLC logic written for all the variables

Refer the below image for DFB’s used in the program. I have used two instances of the DFB in the logic – DFB1 and DFB2.

As you can see, if I had not used DFB, then I would have to write a total of 6 rungs (3 rungs of the DFB as mentioned above earlier * 2) in the program. But here, due to use of DFB, rungs are saved.

You just have to link the variables to the inputs and outputs. All the DFB’s work simultaneously with the same logic inside.

Also, I have used PARAM0 variable outside in the logic as shown; to write it’s value to a memory word.

How to Create DFB in Schneider PLC

You can use a DFB in the program by clicking the following option as shown below.

DFB in PLC

Machine Expert

For creating a DFB, right-click on the application tab and click Add POU. You will get the following window as shown.

Choose Function Block and select the corresponding programming language you want to develop the logic in.

Create a New POU in PLC

Now, refer to the below image. You can see that I have added one input named IP1 in the input variable list; and one output named OP1 in the output variable list.

A local variable named TEMP has been defined.

Unity Pro XL in DFB (Derived Function Block)

Now, in the main program where you want to use the DFB, insert a box and assign the DFB defined earlier.

In the below image, I have created two instances of the DFB – POU_0 and POU_1.

Schneider Unity Pro - DFB

Unity Pro

Refer to the below image. You can see the option of Derived FB Types.

Double click it and a window will open in the right side as shown.

Derived Function Block Unity Pro

In the below image, you can see that I have added an input named IP1 and an output named OP1 in the variable list.

Also, a local variable named Temp has been added.

How to Create a Unity Pro Derived Function Block

In the below image, right click the Sections and you will get an option to add the logic. In the logic, create your logic part and add it’s instance in the main program then as discussed in earlier sections.

It is the same procedure.

add the logic in PLC

In this way, we saw how to create DFB’s in Schneider PLC.

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