Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

Product overview
2.2 Components
S7-1500 Automation System
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2.2 Components
Components of the S7-1500 automation system
The following table provides an overview of the most important components of the S7-1500
automation system:
Table 2- 1 Components of the S7-1500 automation system
Components Function Diagram
Mounting rail The mounting rail is the rack of the S7-1500 automation system.
Components according to EN 60715 (modules from the S7-1200 and
ET 200SP ranges, terminals, circuit breakers, small contactors or
similar components) can be mounted directly on the integrated
standard tophat profile in the lower part of the mounting rail. You can
use the entire length of the mounting rail in the assembly (marginless
assembly).
The mounting rails may be ordered as accessories (Page 193).
PE connection element
for mounting rail
The set of screws is threaded into the mounting rail's T-profile groove,
and is required for grounding the mounting rail.
The set of screws is contained in the scope of delivery of the mounting
rails in the standard lengths (160 to 830 mm), and may be ordered as
an accessory (Page 193).
System power supply
(PS)
The system power supply is a diagnostics-capable power supply
module, that can be connected with the backplane bus using a
U connector.
A system power supply is required, if the power fed from the CPU into
the backplane bus is not sufficient to supply the connected modules
with power.
System power supplies are available in various models:
• PS 25W 24V DC
• PS 60W 24/48/60V DC
• PS 60W 120/230V AC/DC
A power cable connector with coding element and a U connector are
included in the scope of delivery of the system power supply, and may
be ordered as a spare part (Page 193).

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