Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

S7-1500 Automation System
System Manual, 01/2013, A5E03461182-01
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Product overview
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2.1 What is the S7-1500 Automation System?
Introduction
The SIMATIC S7-1500 is the further development of the SIMATIC S7-300 and S7-400
automation systems.
Through the integration of numerous new performance features, the S7-1500 automation
system offers the user excellent operability and the highest performance.
The new performance features are:
● Increased system performance
● Integrated Motion Control functionality
● PROFINET IO IRT
● Integrated display for machine-oriented operation and diagnostics
● STEP 7 language innovations with retention of proven functions
Field of application
The S7-1500 automation system offers the required flexibility and performance for high
bandwidth controller applications in machine and plant design. The scalable configuration
allows you to adapt your control system to the specific local requirements.
The S7-1500 automation system complies with IP20 degree of protection and is intended for
installation in a control cabinet.
Configuration
The S7-1500 automation system is installed on a mounting rail and can comprise up to
32 modules. The modules are connected to each other with U connectors.

Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System Specifications

General

Series	SIMATIC S7-1500
Programming	TIA Portal (Totally Integrated Automation Portal)
Protection Class	IP20
CPU	Various models available (e.g., CPU 1511-1 PN, CPU 1518-4 PN/DP)
Controller Type	Modular Controller
Programming Languages	LAD, FBD, STL, SCL, GRAPH
Communication Interfaces	PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet, OPC UA
Digital Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Digital Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Backplane Bus	High-speed backplane bus for fast communication between modules
Redundancy	Supported with specific models and configurations
Safety	Integrated safety functions available
Scalability	Highly scalable with modular expansion
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C