Key Features
- AS-Interface master function: SIPLUS AS-Interface master for the S7-1200 CM 1243-2 communications module line.
- AS-i specification V3.0: Supports AS-Interface specification V3.0 and the AS-Interface master profile M4.
- AS-Interface capacity: Supports up to 496 inputs, 496 outputs, and 62 AS-i devices per AS-Interface.
- Selection and configuration: Configured with STEP7 command interface and status display by LED for AS-i, PF, CM, CER, DIAG.
- Electrical and installation data: Voltage supply via backplane bus, screw-type connection for the AS-Interface, and snap-on fastening on 35 mm DIN rail.
- Environmental range: Operating temperature is 0 … 55 °C on a horizontal mounting rail and -25 … +70 °C on a vertical mounting rail.
Applications
- AS-Interface network integration: Acts as an AS-Interface master for connecting AS-i devices in a control system.
- AS-Interface I/O data handling: Provides access to digital and analog I/O data via process image, peripheral addresses, and data record transfer.
Technical Summary
| Product designation | SIPLUS AS-Interface master |
|---|---|
| Product type designation | CM 1243-2 |
| Protection class IP | IP20 |
| AS-Interface electrical connection | Screw-type connection |
| Voltage supply | via backplane bus |
| AS-Interface specification | V 3.0 |
| AS-Interface master profile | M4 (in acc. with AS-interface specification V 3.0) |
| Type of data transmission | S7-1200 backplane bus |
| Number of interfaces | as AS-Interface | 1 |
| Units per CPU maximum | 3 |
| AS-Interface inputs maximum | 496 |
| AS-Interface outputs maximum | 496 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siemens 6AG1243-2AA30-7XB0 used for?
It is a SIPLUS AS-Interface master in the S7-1200 CM 1243-2 communications module line.
Which AS-Interface specification does this module support?
It supports AS-Interface specification V 3.0 and the M4 AS-Interface master profile.
How many AS-Interface inputs and outputs does it support?
It supports up to 496 inputs and 496 outputs for AS-Interface.
What should be checked before selecting this module?
Check the 1 AS-Interface interface, the 3 modules per CPU maximum, and the STEP7 command interface configuration.
