How to Move Tag Values From a CompactLogix Controller to a MySQL Database Using FactoryTalk Optix
Optix can be used to move tag values from a 5069 CompactLogix controller to a MySQL database.
This video tutorial demonstrates how to move tag values from a CompactLogix controller to a MySQL database using FactoryTalk Optix. The process involves configuring communications, creating a project in FactoryTalk, and setting up a connection to the MySQL database via ODBC data sources. The tutorial walks users through importing tags, creating a data logger, and configuring periodic data logging for two specific tags. It concludes with testing the configuration and verifying the data is properly stored in the MySQL database. The video is ideal for users looking to integrate PLC data with SQL databases in industrial automation setups.