Key Features
- CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC: Compact SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 CPU with the product type designation CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC.
- Onboard digital I/O: 8x DI 24 V DC and 6x DO 24 V DC are integrated.
- PROFINET interface: 1 PROFINET interface with RJ 45 (Ethernet), 2 ports, integrated switch, autonegotiation, autocrossing, and automatic detection of transmission rate.
- Memory and backup: Work memory is 650 kbyte, with 150 kbyte for program and 500 kbyte for data; load memory is 8 Mbyte and backup is maintenance-free, without battery.
- Engineering and diagnostics: Engineering with STEP 7 V21 or higher; firmware version V4.1; FW update possible Yes; SysLog, diagnostic buffer, RUN/STOP LED, ERROR LED, and MAINT LED are supported.
Applications
- PROFINET network control: Control of a PROFINET network via the integrated PROFINET interface.
- Digital input and output control: Processing of 8 integrated digital inputs and 6 integrated digital outputs.
- High-speed counting and pulse output tasks: Use of the integrated HSC inputs and high-speed outputs for counting and pulse-based control tasks.
- Engineering and diagnostics access: Engineering, status monitoring, and diagnostics with STEP 7 V21 or higher, SysLog, diagnostic buffer, and LED indications.
Technical Summary
| Product type designation | CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC |
|---|---|
| Firmware version | V4.1 |
| Power supply | DC 20.4-28.8 V DC |
| Rated value (DC) | 24 V DC |
| Current consumption (rated value) | 125 mA; CPU only |
| Current consumption, max. | 700 mA; CPU with all expansion modules |
| Power loss, typ. | 3 W |
| Work memory | 650 kbyte |
| Work memory for program | 150 kbyte |
| Work memory for data | 500 kbyte |
| Load memory | 8 Mbyte |
| Number of digital inputs | 8; Integrated |
| Number of digital outputs | 6; 20 kHz or 100 kHz |
| Number of PROFINET interfaces | 1 |
| Interface type | PROFINET |
| Transmission rate, max. | 100 Mbit/s |
| IP degree of protection | IP20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Siemens 6ES7212-1AG50-0XB0 product type?
It is a CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC for the SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 range.
How many onboard digital I/O points does 6ES7212-1AG50-0XB0 have?
It has 8 integrated digital inputs and 6 integrated digital outputs.
Which interface is included on the CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC?
It includes 1 PROFINET interface with RJ 45 (Ethernet), 2 ports, and an integrated switch.
What engineering software is required for this CPU?
Engineering is with STEP 7 V21 or higher.
What power supply range does the unit use?
The power supply is DC 20.4-28.8 V DC, with a rated value of 24 V DC.
