Product Overview
Technical Summary
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module type | CM 1242-5 RAIL |
| Communication function | PROFIBUS DP slave for connecting S7-1200 to PROFIBUS |
| PROFIBUS transfer rate | 9.6 kbit/s … 12 Mbit/s |
| PROFIBUS electrical connection | 1 x 9-pin Sub-D socket (RS485) |
| Backplane-bus supply | 5 V DC |
| Typical current consumption | 0.15 A |
| Power loss | 0.75 W |
| Operating ambient temperature | -25 … +55 °C |
| Protection class | IP20 |
| Module format | Compact module S7-1200 single width |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN-rail mounting and wall mounting |
Applications
- PROFIBUS DP communication: Connects S7-1200 to PROFIBUS as a DP slave module.
Key Features
- PROFIBUS DP slave module: Connects S7-1200 to PROFIBUS as a DP slave module and supports DPV0 and DPV1.
- PROFIBUS interface: Has 1 electrical connection through a 9-pin Sub-D socket (RS485).
- Transfer rate: Supports PROFIBUS transfer rates from 9.6 kbit/s … 12 Mbit/s.
- Supply and consumption: Uses 5 V DC from the backplane bus, with typical current consumption of 0.15 A and power loss of 0.75 W.
- Mounting and dimensions: Compact S7-1200 single-width module, 30 mm wide, 100 mm high, and 75 mm deep; supports 35 mm DIN-rail and wall mounting.
- Conformal coating and protection: Has conformal coating, class A, and IP20 protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What function does the Siemens 6AG2242-5DX30-1XE0 provide?
It is a SIPLUS S7-1200 CM 1242-5 RAIL communications module for connecting S7-1200 to PROFIBUS as a DP slave module.
2. What PROFIBUS transfer rate does the CM 1242-5 RAIL support?
It supports 9.6 kbit/s … 12 Mbit/s.
3. Which connector is provided for PROFIBUS?
It has 1 9-pin Sub-D socket (RS485) for PROFIBUS.
4. What mounting options should be verified before inquiry?
35 mm DIN-rail mounting and wall mounting are supported; S7-300 rail mounting is not supported.
