Introducing the powerful and flexible S7-1200
1.5 Mounting dimensions and clearance requirements
1.5 Mounting dimensions and clearance requirements
The S7-1200 PLC is designed to be easy to install. Whether mounted on a panel or on a
standard DIN rail, the compact size makes efficient use of space.
Refer to the S7-1200 Programmable Controller System Manual for specific requirements and
guidelines for installation.
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Table 1- 4 Mounting dimensions (mm)
S7-1200 Devices Width A Width B Width C
(mm) (mm) (mm)
CPU CPU 1211C and CPU 1212C 90 45 --
CPU 1214C 110 55 --
CPU 1215C 130 65 (top) Bottom:
C1: 32.5
C2: 65
C3: 32.5
CPU 1217C 150 75 Bottom:
C1: 37.5
C2: 75
C3: 37.5
Signal modules Digital 8 and 16 point 45 22.5 --
Analog 2, 4, and 8 point
Thermocouple 4 and 8 point
RTD 4 point
SM 1278 IO Link-Master
Digital DQ 8 x Relay (Changeover) 70 35 --
Analog 16 point 70 35 --
RTD 8 point
Communication CM 1241 RS232, and 30 15 --
interfaces CM 1241 RS422/485
CM 1243-5 PROFIBUS master and
CM 1242-5 PROFIBUS slave
CM 1242-2 AS-i Master
CP 1242-7 GPRS V2
CP 1243-7 LTE-EU
CP 1243-1 DNP3
CP 1243-1 IEC
CP 1243-1
CP1243-1 PCC
CP 1243-8 ST7
RF120C
TS (TeleService) Adapter IE Advanced 1
TS (Teleservice) Adapter IE Basic 1
TS Adapter 30 15 --
TS Module 30 15 --
1 Before installing the TS (TeleService) Adapter IE Advanced or IE Basic, you must first connect the
TS Adapter and a TS module. The total width ("width A") is 60 mm.
Each CPU, SM, CM, and CP supports mounting on either a DIN rail or on a panel. Use the
DIN rail clips on the module to secure the device on the rail. These clips also snap into an
extended position to provide screw mounting positions to mount the unit directly on a panel.
The interior dimension of the hole for the DIN clips on the device is 4.3 mm.
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A 25 mm thermal zone must be provided above and below the unit for free air circulation.
The S7-1200 equipment is designed to be easy to install. You can install an S7-1200 either
on a panel or on a standard rail, and you can orient the S7-1200 either horizontally or
vertically. The small size of the S7-1200 allows you to make efficient use of space.
The S7-1200 fail-safe CPUs do not support PROFIBUS or PROFINET distributed fail-safe
I/O.
Electrical equipment standards classify the SIMATIC S7-1200 system as Open Equipment.
You must install the S7-1200 in a housing, cabinet, or electric control room. You should limit
entry to the housing, cabinet, or electric control room to authorized personnel.
The installation should provide a dry environment for the S7-1200. SELV/PELV circuits are
considered to provide protection against electric shock in dry locations.
The installation should provide mechanical and environmental protection that is approved for
open equipment in your particular location category according to applicable electrical and
building codes.
Conductive contamination due to dust, moisture, and airborne pollution can cause
operational and electrical faults in the PLC.
If you locate the PLC in an area where conductive contamination may be present, the PLC
must be protected by an enclosure with appropriate protection rating. IP54 is one rating that
is generally used for electronic equipment enclosures in dirty environments and may be
appropriate for your application.
WARNING
Improper installation of the S7-1200 can result in electrical faults or unexpected operation
of machinery.
Electrical faults or unexpected machine operation can result in death, severe personal
injury, and/or property damage.
All instructions for installation and maintenance of a proper operating environment must be
followed to ensure the equipment operates safely.
Separate the S7-1200 devices from heat, high voltage, and electrical noise
As a general rule for laying out the devices of your system, always separate the devices that
generate high voltage and high electrical noise from the low-voltage, logic-type devices such
as the S7-1200.
When configuring the layout of the S7-1200 inside your panel, consider the heat-generating
devices and locate the electronic-type devices in the cooler areas of your cabinet. Reducing
the exposure to a high-temperature environment will extend the operating life of any
electronic device.
Consider also the routing of the wiring for the devices in the panel. Avoid placing low-voltage
signal wires and communications cables in the same tray with AC power wiring and high-
energy, rapidly-switched DC wiring.
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