SIMATIC S7-1200 Controllers - Flexible thanks to wide variety of communication options
The modular SIMATIC S7-1200 controller forms the core of the Siemens portfolio for basic but very precise automation tasks. The controller is modular and compact, versatile, a secure investment, and perfectly fits a wide variety of applications.
A compact design with integrated I/O devices, communication interfaces which meet the most stringent industry requirements and a range of powerful integrated technology enable this controller to perform comprehensive automation solutions.
The S7-1200 CPUs are also available with Safety Integrated to perform both standard and safety-oriented tasks.
SIMATIC S7-1200 – The latest highlights at a glance
OPC UA Data Access as server supports standardized horizontal and vertical communication and meets industry-specific standards. An easy adaptation to industry-specific Companion Specifications is made possible by the Siemens OPC UA Modelling Editor (SiOME).
Cloud connectivity supports data backup and analysis in the Siemens MindSphere, for example, and thus supports the efficiency of the system processes as well as predictive maintenance.
Generally usable functions for programming machines and plants
The powerful SIMATIC S7-1200 / S7-1500 controllers are used to control complete machines and plants. Many standard functions are already available for this in the TIA Portal. Additionally, the LGF (Library of General Functions) library offers you further useful functions that support you in programming.
Compressors, compressed air and vacuum technology can be found in many industries and processes. These aspects are important for the controller technology:
Small to medium-sized quantity structures A small number of I/Os, signal processing performance is in the lower and medium range.
Extensive communication options Compressors, compressed air and vacuum technology require different interfaces.
Cost efficiency Compressors, compressed air and vacuum technology require integrated control technology in form of PID controllers.
For these requirements, we recommend the Basic Controller SIMATIC S7-1200.
Manufacturing processing often require a large variety of different sequential programs that must be controlled.
Medium-sized quantity structure and modular expansion Basic control tasks can typically be covered by a medium-sized quantity structure. Many automation solutions must have adaptable functions and require a controller in a modular design.
Modular expandability and flexibility Flexibility is especially important for the automation program so that different sequential programs must often be reserved with the corresponding parameters.
Cost efficiency These applications are subject to high price pressure and must be realized at low cost to remain competitive.
For these requirements, we recommend the Basic Controller SIMATIC S7-1200.
Basic closed-loop control plays an important role in a variety of production processes. For example, temperature, pressure and flow are controlled.
Extensive communication options The devices require different communication interfaces (including PROFINET, Modbus/TCP, serial protocols).
Modular expandability and flexibility The closed-loop control technology must be adaptable in its functionality: Controller in modular design, flexible automation program.
Integrated technology functions Integrated closed-loop control options ensure an exact progression of the controlled variables and parameters.
For these requirements, we recommend the Basic Controller SIMATIC S7-1200.
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