Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 System Manual page 14

System overview
2.1 What is the SIMATIC S7-1500 automation system?
Customer benefits of the system
Figure 2-1 SIMATIC S7-1500 automation system - Customer benefits
Field of application
The S7-1500 automation system offers the required flexibility and performance for a high
bandwidth of controller applications in machine and plant engineering. The scalable
configuration makes it possible for you to adapt your PLC to the local conditions.
By using fail-safe S7-1500 CPUs, you can implement applications for safety engineering.
Configuration and programming of your safety program takes place the same way as for
standard CPUs - in the TIA Portal.
The S7-1500 automation system complies with IP20 degree of protection and is intended for
installation in a control cabinet.
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