7.10.1 SYS.CONVERT
Function
Data type conversion converts the data input in IN to the target data type and outputs it in OUT
LD graphics
Parameter description
| Interface variable | Declaration | Data type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| IN | Var_Input | Source basic data type | Data to be converted |
| Function name | Return value | Target basic data type | Output the converted result |
warning
- When using this instruction, it is recommended to specify the source data type and target data type
- In LD, select the source data type by clicking the "???" in the upper left corner of the graph; click the "???" in the upper right corner of the graph to select the target data type
- When adding by dragging in ST, the data type selection window as shown below will appear:

Example
- LD example is shown in the following animation:

- ST example is shown in the following code:
OUT_DINT := UDINT_TO_DINT(IN_UDINT);