Installing and connecting the device
3.1 Preparing for installation
IFP Basic
24 Operating Instructions, 06/2023, A5E46178354 - AD
Dimensions of the mounting cutout
The following table shows the dimensions of the required mounting cutout:
Mounting
cutout
SIMATIC IFP Basic SIMATIC IFP1200
*
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
*
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
*
Width and height should be reversed accordingly when mounting in vertical format.
3.1.5 Checking clearances
The following clearances are required around the device to ensure adequate self-ventilation:
• At least 50 mm to the right and left of the mounting cutout (in x direction) to allow for
insertion of the mounting clips during installation
• At least 50 mm above and below the mounting cutout (in y direction) for ventilation
• At least 10 mm behind the rear panel of the device (in z direction)
The figure below shows the clearances required for horizontal and vertical installation of
SIMATIC IFP Basic device: