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CONST

Constant BOOL value

The CONST block has no inputs. Its Q output equals the VALUE parameter on every scan.

Typical FBD symbol

CONST
Q
Typical FBD symbol for CONST

Inputs

NameTypeRequiredDescription
This block has no input ports.

Outputs

NameTypeRequiredDescription
QBOOLYesThe constant boolean value.

Parameters

NameTypeRequiredDefaultDescription
VALUEbooleanYesfalseThe value emitted on Q.

Stateful

No, the block does not keep internal state.

Behavior rule

Always emits the configured TRUE or FALSE value.

Practical use

  • diagram testing;
  • forcing a logic branch on or off;
  • learning examples.

What to watch

  • Leaving CONST TRUE in a real diagram after temporary testing.

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