Ladder Diagrams

Ladder diagrams are a type of visual language used to design and troubleshoot electrical systems, especially in automation and manufacturing. They look like ladders, with two vertical rails representing power sources and horizontal rung-like connections representing control devices like switches, relays, or sensors. When a switch or sensor activates, it completes the circuit, allowing electrical current to flow through the ladder diagram. This helps technicians understand how different components connect and interact, ensuring systems operate correctly and safely. Essentially, ladder diagrams provide an organized, easy-to-read map of complex electrical control systems.