Applications Of The S7-1500 Cpu - Siemens Simatic S7-1500 Manual

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Applications of the S7-1500 CPU

Area of application
SIMATIC S7-1500 is the modular control system for a wide variety of automation
applications in discrete automation.
The modular and fanless design, simple implementation of distributed structures, and user-
friendly operation make SIMATIC S7-1500 the economic and convenient solution for a
variety of tasks.
Applications of the SIMATIC S7-1500, include, for example:
● Special-purpose machines
● Textile machinery
● Packaging machines
● General mechanical engineering
● Controller engineering
● Machine tool engineering
● Installation engineering
● Electrical industry and crafts
● Automobile engineering
● Water/waste water
● Food & Beverage
Applications of the SIMATIC S7-1500T include, for example:
● Packaging machines
● Converting application
● Assembly automation
Several CPUs with various levels of performance and a comprehensive range of modules
with many convenient features are available. Fail-safe CPUs enable use in fail-safe
applications. The modular design allows you to use only the modules that you need for your
application. The controller can be retrofitted with additional modules at any time to expand its
range of tasks.
High industrial capability from the high resistance to EMC, shock and vibration enable
universal use of the SIMATIC S7-1500.
CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AN01-0AB0)
Manual, 09/2016, A5E03461313-AD
Product overview
2.2 Applications of the S7-1500 CPU
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