SIEMENS PLC SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP
6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT WITH 6 MB
Product Introduction:
The SIEMENS PLC SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP 6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0
is a central processing unit (CPU) designed for industrial
automation applications. It is part of the Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500
series, a family of high-performance programmable logic controllers
(PLCs) known for their advanced functionality and reliability.
Product Information and Specifications:
- Model: CPU 1518-4 PN/DP 6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP features a powerful processor that enables
fast and efficient execution of control programs. It supports
various programming languages, including ladder logic, function
blocks, and structured text, offering flexibility and ease of
programming for complex control tasks.
In terms of memory capacity, the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP provides ample
storage space for both program and data. While specific details
were not provided in the query, typical configurations of the CPU
include program memory ranging from 8 MB to 32 MB and data memory
ranging from 4 MB to 16 MB. The available memory allows users to
store their control programs and data structures required for the
operation of the PLC.
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP is designed to operate in demanding industrial
environments, delivering reliable and precise control for
applications such as manufacturing, process control, and machine
automation. It supports a wide range of communication interfaces,
including PROFINET, PROFIBUS, and Ethernet, enabling seamless
integration with other devices and systems in the automation
network. Additionally, it supports PROFIsafe for implementing
safety functions in the automation system.
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP is typically programmed and configured using
Siemens' TIA Portal (Totally Integrated Automation Portal)
software. The TIA Portal provides a comprehensive engineering
environment for efficient programming, simulation, and diagnostics,
ensuring easy development and maintenance of automation projects.
Product Attributes:
- Model: CPU 1518-4 PN/DP 6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0
- Processor: Powerful processor for fast and efficient execution of
control programs
- Programming Languages: Supports ladder logic, function blocks,
and structured text
- Memory Capacity: Ample storage space for program and data
- Communication Interfaces: Supports PROFINET, PROFIBUS, and
Ethernet
- Safety Functions: Supports PROFIsafe for implementing safety
functions
- Engineering Software: Programmed and configured using Siemens'
TIA Portal
- Suitable for: Manufacturing, process control, and machine
automation applications
In summary, the SIEMENS PLC SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP
6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0 is a high-performance CPU with advanced
features, ample memory capacity, and extensive communication
capabilities. It provides efficient and reliable control for
complex industrial processes, making it suitable for a wide range
of industrial automation applications.
| General information |
| Product type designation | CPU 1518-4 PN/DP |
| HW functional status | FS11 |
| Firmware version | V3.1 |
| ● FW update possible | Yes |
| Product function |
| ● I&M data | Yes; I&M0 to I&M3 |
| ● Isochronous mode | Yes; Distributed and central; with minimum OB 6x cycle of 125 µs
(distributed) and 1 ms (central) |
| ● SysLog | Yes |
| Engineering with |
| ● STEP 7 TIA Portal configurable/integrated from version | V19 (FW V3.1); V13 (FW V1.5) or higher |
| Configuration control |
| via dataset | Yes |
| Display |
| Screen diagonal [cm] | 6.1 cm |
| Control elements |
| Number of keys | 6 |
| Mode selector switch | 1 |
| Supply voltage |
| Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
| permissible range, lower limit (DC) | 19.2 V |
| permissible range, upper limit (DC) | 28.8 V |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
| Mains buffering |
| ● Mains/voltage failure stored energy time | 5 ms |
| ● Repeat rate, min. | 1/s |
| Input current |
| Current consumption (rated value) | 1.55 A |
| Current consumption, max. | 1.9 A |
| Inrush current, max. | 1.9 A; Rated value |
| I²t | 0.4 A²·s |
| Power |
| Infeed power to the backplane bus | 12 W |
| Power consumption from the backplane bus (balanced) | 30 W |
| Power loss |
| Power loss, typ. | 24 W |
| Memory |
| Number of slots for SIMATIC memory card | 1 |
| SIMATIC memory card required | Yes |
| Work memory |
| ● integrated (for program) | 6 Mbyte |
| ● integrated (for data) | 60 Mbyte |
| Load memory |
| ● Plug-in (SIMATIC Memory Card), max. | 32 Gbyte |
| Backup |
| ● maintenance-free | Yes |
| CPU processing times |
| for bit operations, typ. | 1 ns |
| for word operations, typ. | 2 ns |
| for fixed point arithmetic, typ. | 2 ns |
| for floating point arithmetic, typ. | 6 ns |
| CPU-blocks |
| Number of elements (total) | 20 000; Blocks (OB, FB, FC, DB) and UDTs |
| DB |
| ● Number range | 1 ... 60 999; subdivided into: number range that can be used by the
user: 1 ... 59 999, and number range of DBs created via SFC 86: 60
000 ... 60 999 |
| ● Size, max. | 16 Mbyte; For DBs with absolute addressing, the max. size is 64 KB |
| FB |
| ● Number range | 0 ... 65 535 |
| ● Size, max. | 1 Mbyte |
| FC |
| ● Number range | 0 ... 65 535 |
| ● Size, max. | 1 Mbyte |
| OB |
| ● Size, max. | 1 Mbyte |
| ● Number of free cycle OBs | 100 |
| ● Number of time alarm OBs | 20 |
| ● Number of delay alarm OBs | 20 |
| ● Number of cyclic interrupt OBs | 20; with minimum OB 3x cycle of 100 µs |
| ● Number of process alarm OBs | 50 |
| ● Number of DPV1 alarm OBs | 3 |
| ● Number of isochronous mode OBs | 3 |
| ● Number of technology synchronous alarm OBs | 2 |
| ● Number of startup OBs | 100 |
| ● Number of asynchronous error OBs | 4 |
| ● Number of synchronous error OBs | 2 |
| ● Number of diagnostic alarm OBs | 1 |
| Nesting depth |
| ● per priority class | 24 |
| Counters, timers and their retentivity |
| S7 counter |
| ● Number | 2 048 |
| Retentivity |
| — adjustable | Yes |
| IEC counter |
| ● Number | Any (only limited by the main memory) |
| Retentivity |
| — adjustable | Yes |
| S7 times |
| ● Number | 2 048 |
| Retentivity |
| — adjustable | Yes |
| IEC timer |
| ● Number | Any (only limited by the main memory) |
| Retentivity |
| — adjustable | Yes |
| Data areas and their retentivity |
| Retentive data area (incl. timers, counters, flags), max. | 768 kbyte; In total; available retentive memory for bit memories,
timers, counters, DBs, and technology data (axes): 700 KB |
| Extended retentive data area (incl. timers, counters, flags), max. | 20 Mbyte; When using PS 6 0W 24/48/60 V DC HF |
| Flag |
| ● Size, max. | 16 kbyte |
| ● Number of clock memories | 8; 8 clock memory bit, grouped into one clock memory byte |
| Data blocks |
| ● Retentivity adjustable | Yes |
| ● Retentivity preset | No |
| Local data |
| ● per priority class, max. | 64 kbyte; max. 16 KB per block |
| Dimensions |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 147 mm |
| Depth | 129 mm |
| Weights |
| Weight, approx. | 2 079 g |
