Description; Overview - Siemens MCP 398C Manual

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Description

2.1

Overview

The MCP 398C enables user-friendly operation of the machine functions on complex
machining stations. It is suitable for machine-level operation of milling, turning, grinding and
special machines.
Note
The IE functionality (IE = Industrial Ethernet) is still included and preset.
Please note the switch position of S2.
In addition to the standard elements for machine control, freely assignable slots can be
integrated with the EM 66 and EM 131 for connecting further control devices, e.g. for
pushbuttons, USB interface, Ethernet interface. The EM 131 also has space for a third override
switch, a handwheel or other operator controls.
The function of the MCP 398C can be extended considerably by installing additional keys.
All keys are designed with replaceable caps for machine-specific adaptations. The key caps
can be freely inscribed using a laser. Clear key caps can be used as an alternative.
The machine control panel is easy to mount on the rear using special tension jacks.
The MCP 398C is available as a standard version and with expansion modules.
Validity
The following description applies to the following machine control panels and expansion
modules:
Table 2-1
Standard version
Designation
MCP 398C
Table 2-2
Expansion modules
Designation
EM 66
EM 131
The safety-related accessories / spare parts are marked in Section "Accessories and spare
parts (Page 59)" with an *).
Machine control panel: MCP 398C
Manual, 12/2017, A5E43199783B AA
Features
Features
Space for four slots (d = 16 mm) or for three slots (d = 22 mm)
Space for six slots (depending on the size of the switching ele‐
ments) as well as space for a third override switch, a handwheel or
other operator controls.
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Article number
6FC5303-0AF25-0AA0
Article number
6FC5303-0AF30-0AA0
6FC5303-0AF31-0AA0
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