Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

Installation
5.2 Installing the mounting rail
S7-1500 Automation System
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Preparing the 2000 mm mounting rail for installation
1. Cut the 2000 mm mounting rail to the required length.
2. Mark the holes. The necessary dimensions can be found in the above-mentioned table
"Dimensions for the drill holes":
– Two drill holes at the beginning and end of the mounting rail
– Additional drill holes at equal intervals of 500 mm maximum, along the identification
groove
3. Drill the marked holes according to the selected type of fastening.
4. Ensure that there are no burrs or shavings on the mounting rail.
Note
In order to ensure a secure installation of the modules, make sure that the drill holes are
located centrally on the identification groove, and that only screws of the maximum size are
used (see the above-mentioned table).
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① Identification groove for additional drill holes
② Additional drill hole
Figure 5-2 Preparing the 2000 mm mounting rail for installation
Installing the mounting rail
Place the mounting rail such that sufficient space remains for installation of and heat
dissipation from the modules. Note the figure Minimum clearances in the control cabinet
(Page 40).
Scre
w the rail
onto the mounting surface.

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