Structured Text Programming Tutorials | Strings & Date Functions in CODESYS | LEN, CONCAT & More
🧩 Working with Strings and Date/Time in Structured Text (ST)?
In this video, we’ll dive into how to manipulate strings and handle time/date functions in CODESYS using ST — with simple, real-world code examples.
📘 Whether you're formatting device names, generating logs, or handling timers, string functions are essential for robust PLC logic.
🎯 What you’ll learn:
✅ Common String Functions:
LEN(), CONCAT(), LEFT(), RIGHT(), MID(), INSERT(), DELETE()
Comparing strings with, FIND(), REPLACE()
✅ Real-world examples:
Formatting sensor status strings
Logging event timestamps
Setting timeouts and alarms
🛠️ Live Coding Examples Included!
💡 Perfect for:
✅ Automation engineers
✅ Control system developers
✅ Anyone using CODESYS and ST in real-time industrial systems
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