Failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F

Failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F

The failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F from Siemens is a programmable logic controller, which thanks to "Safety Integrated" functionality is suitable for controlling safety functions. Its basic characteristics are similar to the well-known classic SIMATIC S7-1200 controller.

As well as controlling safety functions, the SIMATIC S7-1200F can therefore also be used to handle non-safety-related control tasks.

Furthermore the Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200F series has the impressive proven technology and communication functions of the standard version and can be integrated seamlessly within the TIA Portal. The data consistency which this ensures, as well as the access to the complete system allow rapid and channel-specific error localisation, meaning downtimes can be reduced. For communicating safety-relevant information the PROFIsafe-protocol is available, which allows additional safeguarding mechanisms to be created via PROFINET, for example to detect transmission errors and wire breaks. Furthermore, the safety functions can also be controlled via PROFIBUS or on-board terminals.

SIMATIC S7-1200F control: modular structure for maximum flexibility

The failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F series has the same compact and modular design as the standard version. Their functional scope can be extended flexibly with expansion modules and matching accessories, such as:

• Input and output modules (analogue and digital)
• Communication processors
• Power supply
• STEP 7 Safety Basic Software
• Memory Cards

When doing so, it must be taken into account that the inputs and outputs integrated on the CPUs are not failsafe. To be able to receive and send field signals separately, the failsafe SM expansion modules are required.

All expansion modules of the standard series S7-1200 can also be combined with the safety CPUs of the S7-1200F series.

Failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F controllers now available from stock in the Automation24 online shop

At Automation24 you can purchase SIL 3/ PL e certified failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F safety controllers fromSiemens from the safety technologyarea.

These controllers should be your top choice if your system needs to fulfil a multitude of safety functions or you want to automate both standard and failsafe control tasks. This allows your standard and safety-related data to run within a common engineering system and you save unneccessary synchronisation processes. It also allows you to dispense with to the cost and effort for unneccessary wiring which would otherwise be required to integrate additional safety relays.

The type 1212 FCcompact CPUs available in the range allow you to connect up to two expansion modules, and with the CPUs 1214 FC you can connect up to eight additional modules.

Furthermore a digital input and output module as well as a relay output module of your choice are available. To add additional functions and interfaces, at Automation24 you will also find a selection ofcommunication processors. Switching power supplies for optimum power provision can be found in the S7-1200 power suppliescategory. For memory expansion, in the category Memory cards/ Accessories you will find compatible memory cards from Siemens and Helmholz. The SIMATIC HMI control panelsare suitable for fulfilling visualisation tasks.

For programming SIMATIC S7-1200F controllers you will find the matching Software STEP 7 Safety Basic in our range. A library of functional modules makes setup easier and prevents programming errors.

Make your automation tasks for safety-relevant controls flexible and efficient now with the compact failsafe SIMATIC S7-1200F series! Order the modules of your choice with free shipping by 15:00 - Automation24 will ship products in stock the same day. Still have questions? Then contact our trained and experienced team of engineers.

Just want to automate standard tasks? Then the SIMATIC S7-1200 from our range will also meet your needs.