Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Series PLC CPU Part number 6ES7512-1CK01-0AB0

Product Overview

The Siemens 6ES7512-1CK01-0AB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1500 compact CPU, type CPU 1512C-1 PN. It combines the central processing unit, onboard digital and analog I/O, and a PROFINET IRT interface with a 2-port switch in a single device. With 250 KB program memory, 1 MB data memory, and integrated high-speed technology functions, it is ideal for medium-performance automation tasks in machine and plant engineering.

Key Features

• Compact S7-1500 CPU with integrated I/O (CPU 1512C-1 PN)
• Working memory: 250 KB for program, 1 MB for data
• Integrated I/O: 32 digital inputs, 32 digital outputs
• Analog I/O: 5 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs
• Technology functions: 6 high-speed counters and 4 high-speed outputs (PTO/PWM/frequency)
• Onboard PROFINET interface with integrated 2-port switch (IRT-capable)
• Front connector with push-in terminals included
• Requires SIMATIC memory card for program and data storage

Technical Specifications

• Article Number: 6ES7512-1CK01-0AB0
• Product Type: SIMATIC S7-1500 Compact CPU, CPU 1512C-1 PN
• Program Memory: 250 KB
• Data Memory: 1 MB
• Digital Inputs: 32 DI
• Digital Outputs: 32 DO
• Analog Inputs: 5 AI
• Analog Outputs: 2 AO
• High-Speed Counters: 6 channels
• High-Speed Outputs: 4 channels for PTO / PWM / frequency output
• Communication Interface: PROFINET IRT, 2-port switch
• Rated Supply Voltage: 24 V DC (permissible range approx. 19.2…28.8 V DC)
• Power Loss (typical): approx. 15 W
• Protection: Integrated short-circuit and overload protection on outputs (per module specification)
• Engineering: Configurable in TIA Portal STEP 7 from the relevant version with suitable firmware

Compliance & Certifications

• Part of the SIMATIC S7-1500 controller family and manufactured to Siemens industrial automation quality standards
• Designed in accordance with relevant IEC standards for programmable controllers and industrial control equipment

Applications

Used as a central controller in SIMATIC S7-1500 automation systems for medium-performance machines and plants, such as packaging machines, handling systems, production lines and general factory automation. The integrated PROFINET interface and onboard I/O make it especially suitable for compact control solutions with demanding communication and motion/technology requirements.