| Function Name |
MAX |
|---|---|
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Description |
Outputs the same value as its greatest input. |
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Arguments |
Input 1 - Input n {ANY} For more information on the data types for the inputs and outputs, see Data Type Hierarchy. |
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Returns |
Output {ANY}. The MAX function outputs the same value as its greatest input. The output is of the same type as the input. |
Example:
Function Block Diagram - MAX:
In this example, the inputs are constant values. The MAX function outputs the same value as its highest input. In this case, it has inputs of 2, 5, and 8 and so it outputs 8.
ST Program - MAX:
The syntax for a MAX function in an ST Program is:
- Output := MAX (Input 1, Input n);
Where Output, Input 1 and Input n are defined as variables earlier in the ST program.