Key Features
- Compact CPU 1212C AC/DC/relay: SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 compact CPU 1212C AC/DC/relay.
- Onboard digital I/O: 8x DI 24 V DC and 6 DO relay 2 A.
- PROFINET and Ethernet functions: 1 PROFINET interface with 2 ports, RJ 45 (Ethernet) on X1, integrated switch, automatic detection of transmission rate, autonegotiation, autocrossing, and PROFINET IO Controller and PROFINET IO Device support.
- Memory and retentivity: Program memory 150 KB, data memory 500 KB, retentivity 20 KB, integrated load memory 8 Mbyte, and backup without battery.
- Engineering and firmware: Firmware version V4.1, FW update possible: Yes, and programming package STEP 7 V21 or higher.
Applications
- PROFINET automation network integration: Use the CPU as a PROFINET IO Controller or PROFINET IO Device in a PROFINET network.
- Ethernet communication for control and diagnostics: Use the integrated RJ 45 (Ethernet) interface, web server, SIMATIC communication, and Open IE communication for Ethernet-based control and access tasks.
- Digital input and relay output control: Use the integrated 8 digital inputs and 6 relay outputs for signal handling and switching tasks.
Technical Summary
| Product type designation | CPU 1212C AC/DC/relay |
|---|---|
| Firmware version | V4.1 |
| Programming package | STEP 7 V21 or higher |
| Power supply | AC 85-264 V AC at 47-63 Hz |
| Rated value (AC) | 230 V AC |
| Number of digital inputs | 8; Integrated |
| Number of digital outputs | 6; Relays |
| Number of PROFINET interfaces | 1 |
| Interface type | PROFINET |
| Interface types | RJ 45 (Ethernet) |
| Number of ports | 2 |
| Transmission rate, max. | 100 Mbit/s |
| Program memory | 150 kbyte |
| Data memory | 500 kbyte |
| Retentive data area (incl. timers, counters, flags), max. | 20 kbyte |
| IP degree of protection | IP20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Siemens 6ES7212-1BG50-0XB0 exactly?
It is a CPU 1212C AC/DC/relay for the SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 range.
How many onboard inputs and outputs does this CPU have?
It has 8 integrated digital inputs and 6 relay digital outputs.
What communication interface is built in?
It has 1 PROFINET interface with 2 RJ 45 (Ethernet) ports on X1.
Which engineering software is required for this CPU?
Programming package STEP 7 V21 or higher is specified.
What supply and memory details are important for selection?
The CPU uses AC 85-264 V AC at 47-63 Hz and provides 150 KB program memory, 500 KB data memory, and 20 KB retentive data area.
