PLC : S7-1200
Overview
- Compact controllers for the low to mid-performance ranges
- Large-scale integration, space-saving, powerful
- With exceptional real-time performance and powerful communication options:
- Controller with integrated PROFINET IO controller interface for communication between SIMATIC controllers, HMI, programming device or other automation components
- All CPUs can be used in stand-alone mode, in networks and within distributed structures
- Extremely simple installation, programming and operation
- Integrated web server with standard and user-specific web pages
- Data logging functionality for archiving of data at runtime from the user program
- Powerful, integrated technology functions such as counting, measuring, closed-loop control, and motion control
- Integrated digital and analog inputs/outputs
- Flexible expansion facilities
- Signal boards for direct use in a controller
- Signal modules for expansion of controllers with input/output channels;
including an Energy Meter module for recording and preparing energy data - Accessories, e.g. power supply, switch module or SIMATIC memory card
Design
The SIMATIC S7-1200 family consists of the following modules:
- Compact controllers with graded performances in different versions as wide-range AC or DC controllers.
- Signal boards (analog and digital) for low-cost modular controller expansion directly on the CPU, with retention of the mounting space.
- Different digital and analog signal modules.
- Different communication modules and processors.
- Ethernet switch with 4 ports for implementation of many different network topologies
- SIWAREX weighing systems terminal module
- PS 1207 stabilized power supply units, line voltage 115/230 V AC, rated voltage 24 V DC
Device features
- International standards:
SIMATIC S7-1200 complies with standards according to VDE, UL, CSA and FM (Class I, Category 2; danger zone groups A, B, C and D, T4A). The quality management system used during production is certified according to ISO 9001.
Communication
The SIMATIC S7-1200 is equipped with a variety of communication mechanisms:
- Integrated PROFINET IO controller interface
- Communication module with PROFIBUS DP master interface
- Communication module with PROFIBUS DP slave interface
- GPRS module for connection to GSM/G mobile phone networks
- LTE module for communication in mobile phone networks of the 4th generation (long term evolution)
- Communications processor for connection to TeleControl Server Basic control center software control center software via Ethernet, and for safe communication via IP-based networks
- Communications processor for connection to control centers for telecontrol applications
- RF120C for connection to SIMATIC Ident systems
- Module SM1278 for connecting IO-Link sensors and actuators
- Point-to-point connection via communication modules
Function
The SIMATIC S7-1200 Controller is characterized by:
- Easy getting started:
Special starter packages including simulators and documentation facilitate familiarization. - Uncomplicated operation:
Powerful standard commands which are simple to use, together with the user-friendly programming software, reduce the programming overhead to a minimum. - Real-time properties:
Special interrupt functions, fast counters, and pulse outputs permit use even with time-critical processes.
The SIMATIC S7-1200 complies with the following national and international standards:
- UL 508
- CSA C22.2 No. 142
- FM Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, D; T4A Class I, Zone 2, IIC, T4
- VDE 0160
- EN 61131-2
- Requirements of the EMC directive in accordance with EN 50081-1, 50081-2 and 50082-2
Application
SIMATIC S7-1200 is the controller for open-loop and closed-loop control tasks in mechanical and plant engineering.
The SIMATIC S7-1200 combines compact modular design with high performance, making it suitable for a wide variety of automation applications. Its range of use extends from the replacement of relays and contactors up to complex automation tasks in networks and within distributed structures.
The S7-1200 is increasingly opening up areas which previously required special electronics for reasons of cost effectiveness.
Application examples include, for example:
- Placement systems
- Conveyor systems
- Elevators and escalators
- Material transportation equipment
- Metalworking machinery
- Packaging machines
- Printing machines
- Textile machines
- Mixing systems
- Freshwater treatment plants
- Wastewater treatment plants
- External displays
- Electricity distribution stations
- Room temperature control
- Heating/cooling system control
- Energy management
- Fire protection systems
- Air conditioning
- Lighting control
- Pump control
- Security/access control systems
Mechanical features
- Easy mounting of the modules on a standard DIN rail or in a control panel
- Rugged, compact plastic enclosure
- Easily accessible connection and control elements, protected by front flaps
- Removable connection terminals, also for analog or digital expansion modules
PROFINET interface
The integral PROFINET interface permits communication with:
- Programming device
- HMI devices
- Other SIMATIC controllers
- PROFINET IO automation components
The following protocols are supported:
- TCP/IP
- ISO-on-TCP
- S7 communication
The following can be connected:
- Field PG programming device and PCs via standard CAT5 cable.
Technical specifications
General technical specifications | |
Degree of protection | IP20 acc. to IEC 529 |
Ambient temperature | |
| |
| -20 … +60 °C |
| -20 … +50 °C |
| -40 … +70 °C |
| 25 … 55 °C |
Insulation | |
| 500 V AC test voltage |
| 1500 V AC test voltage |
| 1500 V AC test voltage |
| 1500 V AC test voltage |
| 1500 V AC test voltage |
Electromagnetic compatibility | Requirements of the EMC directive |
| Test acc. to: |
| Test according to |
Mechanical strength | |
| IEC 68, Part 2-6: |
| IEC 68, Part 2-27/half-sine: |