Input expansion of a

fail-safe controller
with 3SK1
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Table of content
1 Question ............................................................................................................. 3
1.1 Answer.................................................................................................. 3
2 Introduction ........................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Application examples ........................................................................... 4
2.2 Introduction to 3SK1 safety relays ....................................................... 6
2.3 Sensor parameter assignment on 3SK1 .............................................. 7
2.4 Configuration of the safe S7 input modules ......................................... 8
2.4.1 Parameters for single-channel connection ........................................... 8
2.4.2 Parameters for two-channel connection ............................................. 10
3 Typical circuit diagrams for single-channel connection up to SIL 2/
PL d ................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Connection via 3SK1 Standard/ Adv. transistor outputs .................... 12
3.2 Connection via 3SK1 relay outputs .................................................... 13
4 Typical circuit diagrams for two-channel connection up to SIL 3/ PL
e ......................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Connection via 3SK1 Standard/ Adv. transistor outputs .................... 14
4.2 Connection via 3SK1 relay outputs .................................................... 15
Signal distribution to two fail-safe PLCs for SIL 3/ PL e .................................... 16
5 Contact person/Support.................................................................................. 17

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 1 Question

1 Question

How can I multiply inputs of a fail-safe controller or read in sensors with voltages
other than 24 V DC to a failsafe PLC?

1.1 Answer
The SIRIUS 3SK1 safety relays offer such an option with their basic unit and input
expansion modules. This means you can expand the number or connectable
sensors for each F-input terminal of the fail-safe controller. This FAQ shows the
different options for using the 3SK1 device series as input expansion modules.
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2 Introduction

2.1 Application examples

There are several application options for preprocessing of sensor signals by the
3SK1. A safe sensor is, for example, read into two independent fail-safe
controllers. The safety relay monitors the sensor (e.g., emergency stop) for this
purpose. The signal is forwarded to the controllers via the enabling circuits. The
3SK1 “Advanced” device series also gives you the option to increase the number of
sensor circuits (e.g., for additional emergency stop command devices or position
switches) by means of input expansion modules.

Figure 2-1

Higher-level sensors
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Preprocessing by
3SK1

Signal distribution to different

(independent) fail-safe controllers

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Sensors operated with a voltage other than 24 V DC (shown here as emergency

stop) cannot be connected directly to the safe inputs of a fail-safe controller. The
basic unit 3SK1 standard relay is available as wide voltage range version 110-240
V AC/DC or 24 V AC/DC. It can be used to monitor sensor signals in this voltage
range. The safe connection to the 24 V DC level of the SIMATIC fail-safe controller
is implemented by means of relay enabling circuits.

Figure 2-2

Wide voltage range

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Coupling to SIMATIC
F-modules

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2.2 Introduction to 3SK1 safety relays

The 3SK1 Advanced device series is characterized by the fact that it can be
expanded by modular device connectors. This means it is possible, for example, to
expand a basic unit by up to five input expansion modules with two safe inputs
each. The connected sensors are evaluated by the input expansion module and
forwarded to the basic unit by the device connector. The basic unit combines the
enabling signals of all input expansion modules with its own input signals and
switches off the enabling circuits (relay or electronically) when a sensor is
triggered.

3SK1 Input
3SK1 Standard 3SK1 Advanced
expansion module
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Name 3SK111 3SK112 3SK1220

Inputs 2* 1-channel or 1* 2-channel

- Relay outputs
- Relay outputs
- Solid-state outputs
Outputs - Solid-state outputs
- Delayed/instantaneous
- Instantaneous outputs
outputs

- 24 V AC/DC
Voltages - 24 V DC - 24 V DC
- 110 to 240 V AC/DC

-1 (on device
Enabling circuits - Up to 3 - Up to 4
connector)

- 22.5 mm
Overall width - 22.5 mm
- 17.5 mm (3SK1120-xAB40) - 17.5 mm

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2.3 Sensor parameter assignment on 3SK1

The 3SK1 basic units (except 3SK1111) come equipped with four DIP switches on
the front. The device parameters are set with these switches depending on the
sensor type. The parameters are explained below.

Startup mode (DIP switch 1):

If the DIP switch is set to “Autostart”, acknowledgment via the INS input is not
required. If “Monitored Start” mode is selected, a NO contact must be placed
between the supply (24 V DC) and INS to enable an acknowledgment.

Cross-circuit detection (DIP switch 2):

This function must be enabled for cross-circuit detection between input circuits
when electromechanical sensors are connected. The clocked test signals T1/T2
are used for the sensor supply. Cross-circuit detection is disabled when you use
electronic sensors with inherent testing of cables. The sensor is supplied
externally.

Connection type 1*2-channel or 2*1-channel (DIP switch 3):

This setting enables or disables the testing for simultaneity (discrepancy
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evaluation) between the sensor inputs. Depending on the required safety level,
either two separate sensors (2*1-channel) or one redundant sensor (1*2-channel)
can be evaluated.

Start-up testing (DIP switch 4):

If start-up testing is enabled, the sensors must be actuated once after start-up of
the safety relay. A successful (error-free) test is required for the safety relay to
switch on the outputs.

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2.4 Configuration of the safe S7 input modules

Safety relays can be connected in front of all safe input modules of the SIMATIC
S7. The modules of the ET200M, ET200S, and ET200SP series are listed below.

ET200M
24F-DI: 6ES7 326-1BK02-0AB0

ET200S
4/8 F-DI: 6ES7 138-4FA04-0AB0
2/4 F-DI; 3F-DO: 6ES7 138-4FC01-0AB0

ET200SP
8 F-DI: 6ES7 136-6BA00-0CA0

2.4.1 Parameters for single-channel connection

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With single-channel connection of the 3SK1, the implemented safety function can
achieve a maximum of SIL 2 according to IEC 62061 or PL d according to ISO
13849-1. The shown parameters apply to the fail-safe input modules of the ET200S
and ET200M.

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ET200S & ET200M in Step 7 V5.5 in connection with Distributed Safety V5.4

3SK1 enabling Solid-state Relay

circuit
Sensor evaluation 1oo1 (single-channel) 1oo1 (single-channel)
Sensor supply External Internal

ET200SP in TIA Portal V12 SP1 Safety Advanced

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3SK1 enabling Solid-state Relay

circuit
Type of sensor 1oo1 (1 channel)
Sensor supply External sensor supply Sensor supply 0..7 (freely selectable)

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2.4.2 Parameters for two-channel connection

With two-channel connection of the 3SK1, the implemented safety function can
achieve a maximum of SIL 3 according to IEC 62061 or PL e according to ISO
13849-1. This is not the case when using the ET200S mixed module 2/4F-DI; 3F-
DO, because it is limited to SIL 2/
PL d. The shown parameters apply to the fail-safe input modules of the ET200S
and ET200M.

ET200S & ET200M in Step 7 V5.5 in connection with Distributed Safety V5.4

3SK1 enabling Solid-state Relay

circuit
Sensor evaluation 1oo2 (2 channel) 1oo2 (2 channel)
Type of sensor
Equivalent Equivalent
interconnection
Sensor supply External Internal
Discrepancy time 10...30000 ms 10...30000 ms
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Behavior at
Supply 0-value
discrepancy Supply 0-value

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ET200SP TIA Portal Safety Advanced

3SK1 enabling Solid-state Relay

circuit
Sensor evaluation 1oo2, equivalent (2 channel)
Sensor supply External sensor supply Sensor supply 0..7 (freely selectable)
Discrepancy time 5...30000 ms
Behavior at
Supply 0-value
discrepancy
Distributed Safety
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 3 Typical circuit diagrams for single-channel connection
up to SIL 2/ PL d

3 Typical circuit diagrams for single-channel

connection
up to SIL 2/ PL d

The fail-safe input modules of the described distributed I/Os are schematically
shown in the typical circuit diagrams below. There may be deviations in the wiring
of the module supply voltage (e.g., supply by means of power module for ET200S).
This is not shown in detail for simplicity's sake. For detailed information, refer to the
respective manuals.
The parameters of the F-DI modules are assigned according to chapter 2.4.1.

3.1 Connection via 3SK1 Standard/ Adv. transistor outputs

Figure 3-1
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E-Stop

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS

3SK1122-*AB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON

SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor

4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET

A2 Q1 Q2 Q3 QM1

L+ (24V DC)

NOTE For SIL 2/ PL d, the control lines between the 3SK1 output (transistor) and the
input of the SIMATIC fail-safe module must be laid shielded (in the same control
cabinet or armored conduit, etc.). If this is not the case, redundant wiring (see
chapter 3.3) must be also be installed for SIL 2/ PL d.

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 3 Typical circuit diagrams for single-channel connection
up to SIL 2/ PL d

3.2 Connection via 3SK1 relay outputs

3SK1 Advanced Relay 24 V DC

Figure 3-2
E-Stop

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS 13 23 33 41

3SK1121-*AB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON

SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor

4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET

A2 14 24 34 42
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L+ (24V DC)

3SK1 Standard Relay with wide voltage range

Figure 3-3
E-Stop

L/+

A1 T1 IN1 T2 IN2 T4 INF/S 13 23 33 41

3SK1111-*AW20

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

Autostart /

Monitored Start

A2 14 24 34 42

N/-

L+ (24V DC)

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 4 Typical circuit diagrams for two-channel connection
up to SIL 3/ PL e

4 Typical circuit diagrams for two-channel

connection
up to SIL 3/ PL e
The fail-safe input modules of the described distributed I/Os are only shown
schematically in the typical circuit diagrams below. There may be deviations in the
wiring of the module supply voltage (e.g., supply by means of power module for
ET200S). This is not shown in detail for simplicity's sake. For detailed information,
refer to the respective manuals.

Two safe inputs in the distributed I/O are required for a two-channel design. The
channel pairs are permanently defined and cannot be changed. For an input
module with 8 fail-safe inputs, for example, one channel pair has the inputs “0” and
“4”.
Parameter assignment of the F-modules according to chapter 2.4.2.

4.1 Connection via 3SK1 Standard/ Adv. transistor outputs

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Figure 4-1
E-Stop

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS

3SK1122-*AB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON

SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor

4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET

A2 Q1 Q2 Q3 QM1

L+ (24V DC)

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 4 Typical circuit diagrams for two-channel connection
up to SIL 3/ PL e

4.2 Connection via 3SK1 relay outputs

3SK1 Advanced Relay 24 V DC

Figure 4-2
E-Stop

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS 13 23 33 41

3SK1121-*AB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON

SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor

4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET

A2 14 24 34 42
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L+ (24V DC)

3SK1 Standard Relay with wide voltage range

Figure 4-3

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 4 Typical circuit diagrams for two-channel connection
up to SIL 3/ PL e

Signal distribution to two fail-safe PLCs for SIL 3/ PL e

3SK1 Standard/ Advanced transistor outputs

Figure 4-4
E-Stop

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS

3SK1122-*AB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON

SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor

4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET

A2 Q1 Q2 Q3 QM1

F-DI Modul
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L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

L+ (24V DC)

3SK1 Advanced relay outputs

- Contact expansion by means of output expansion 4RO and device connector 3ZY

Figure 4-5
E-Stop

VSX VSY

A1 INK IN1 T1 PAR IN2 T2 INF INS 13 23 33 41 A1 13 23 33 SPS 1

3SK1121-*AB40

3SK1211-*BB40

F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

1 | Autostart / Monitored Start
SYS

2 | Cross fault detection OFF / ON L+ M

Delayed
SYS

3 | 2 single ch. / 1 double ch. sensor Undel.

33 13
4 | Start up Test yes / no

SET / RESET
34 14
A2 14 24 34 42 A2 14 24 34

DIX DIY
SPS 2
F-DI Modul

L+ M VSX DIX VSY DIY

L+ (24V DC)

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