System Overview; Overview Of The Simatic S7-1500 Automation System; The Simatic Automation Systems - Siemens Simatic S7-1500/ET 200MP System Manual

System overview

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Overview of the SIMATIC S7-1500 automation system

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The SIMATIC automation systems

You need optimum solutions for every application in order to automate your machines and
plants economically and flexibly.
The SIMATIC controller portfolio includes a variety of systems:
● The SIMATIC S7-1200 Basic Controller is the intelligent choice for compact automation
solutions with integrated communication and technology functions.
● If plant complexity and system performance are priorities, the SIMATIC S7-1500
automation system is the right choice for you. The SIMATIC S7-1500 controller builds on
the more simple functionality of the SIMATIC S7-1200 Basic Controller and fulfills the
highest demands on performance, flexibility and networking capability.
● The SIMATIC ET 200SP Distributed Controller combines the advantages of the S7-1500
and the very compact design of the ET 200SP with high channel density. This saves
space in the cabinet and costs through the use of distributed intelligence.
For use outside the cabinet, the CPU 1516pro-2 PN offers you SIMATIC S7-1500
functionality in the design of the ET 200pro in the degree of protection IP65/IP67.
● If PC-based automation is required, the SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller is used.
The PC-based controller is autonomous from the operating system during operation.
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