Function Blocks
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2.63 SQRT Function Block
Description
The
SQRT
label stands for
Square Root
. This block is part of the
Calculations
category. It looks like this
graphically on the Control Builder.
Function
Extracts the square root of the analog input (X) as long as the input is greater than the configured
DROPOFF value.
•
If X >
DROPOFF
, then:
OUT = square root of X
.
•
Otherwise,
OUT = 0.
Input
X = Analog value for square root extraction
Output
OUT = Square Root value
Block Properties
Double click on the function block to access the
function block properties dialog box.
Block Order (Read Only)
You can change the assigned execution order
number by selecting “Execution Order” in the
“Configure” menu and arrange the order to suit
your control strategy.
Configuration Parameters
You must configure the SQRT function Block
parameters to the desired value or selection that
matches your operating requirements.
describes the parameters and the
value or selection.
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