Learn ABB-CONTROL-BUILDER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Learn IEC 61131-3 basics
Understand AC800M hardware
Build small FBD and ST programs
Master tasks and scheduling
Integrate with 800xA and fieldbus
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Basic programs and tasks
Week 2: Function blocks and libraries
Week 3: Hardware and communication setup
Week 4: Diagnostics and online monitoring
Week 5: Redundancy and advanced tuning
Interview Questions
Explain the programming languages supported in Control Builder.
How do you configure hardware in AC800M?
What is the role of tasks in controller execution?
How do you debug logic online?
How does Control Builder integrate with System 800xA?
Cheat Sheet
Right-click -> New Program
Assign program -> Insert into Task
Open FBD or ST editors
Use online monitoring for debugging
Download to controller when ready
Books
ABB 800xA Configuration Guide
AC800M Function Block Reference
Industrial Automation with ABB Systems
IEC 61131-3 Programming Principles
Process Automation Engineering
Tutorials
Getting started with AC800M
IEC programming in Control Builder
Hardware config basics
Fieldbus communication setup
Diagnostics and online monitoring
Official Docs
https://new.abb.com/control-systems/system-800xa
https://library.abb.com/
Community Links
ABB forums and support
Industrial automation groups
User-submitted AC800M examples
PLC programming communities
ABB webinars and training
Community Support
ABB forums
ABB Knowledgebase
Industrial automation communities
LinkedIn engineering groups
Vendor training programs