Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

Installation
5.1 Basics
S7-1500 Automation System
40 System Manual, 01/2013, A5E03461182-01
Minimum clearances
Modules can be mounted up to the outer edge of the mounting rail. Maintain the following
minimum clearances at the top and bottom when installing or removing the S7-1500
automation system.
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① Upper edge of the mounting rail
Figure 5-1 Minimum clearances in the control cabinet
Installation rules
● The installation begins on the left side with a CPU, or a power supply module.
● The modules are connected to each other with U connectors.
● Note that no U connector protrudes from the first and last module.
Note
Only insert modules when the power is switched off.

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