Key Features
- Central processing unit: SIMATIC S7-1500TF, CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP.
- Memory capacity: 9 MB work memory for program and 60 MB for data.
- PROFINET IRT interface: 1st interface: PROFINET IRT with 2-port switch.
- Additional communication interfaces: 2nd interface: PROFINET RT, 3rd interface: PROFINET basic services, 4th interface: PROFIBUS.
- Processing performance: 1 ns bit performance.
- Selection and lifecycle note: SIMATIC memory card required. Product lifecycle: Announcement of product phase-out.
Applications
- Central control in a SIMATIC S7-1500TF system: Used as the central processing unit in a SIMATIC S7-1500TF control setup.
- Network communication over PROFINET and PROFIBUS: Supports communication through PROFINET IRT, PROFINET RT, PROFINET basic services, and PROFIBUS interfaces.
Technical Summary
| Product type | Central processing unit |
|---|---|
| CPU model | CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP |
| Work memory for program | 9 MB |
| Data memory | 60 MB |
| 1st interface | PROFINET IRT with 2-port switch |
| 2nd interface | PROFINET RT |
| 3rd interface | PROFINET basic services |
| 4th interface | PROFIBUS |
| Bit performance | 1 ns |
| Memory card requirement | SIMATIC memory card required |
| Product lifecycle | Announcement of product phase-out |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siemens 6ES7518-4UP00-0AB0?
It is a SIMATIC S7-1500TF central processing unit, CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP.
How much memory does the CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP have?
It has 9 MB work memory for program and 60 MB for data.
Which interfaces are on 6ES7518-4UP00-0AB0?
The unit includes PROFINET IRT with 2-port switch, PROFINET RT, PROFINET basic services, and PROFIBUS.
What must be checked before selecting this CPU?
A SIMATIC memory card is required, and the product lifecycle is Announcement of product phase-out.
