Siemens 6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0 SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C AC/DC/Relay

The 6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0 is a Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C compact programmable logic controller in the AC/DC/relay configuration. It integrates 8 digital inputs at 24 V DC, 6 relay digital outputs rated 2 A, and 2 analog inputs (0-10 V DC), powered by an AC supply of 85-264 V at 47-63 Hz. Work memory is 100 kbyte with 2 Mbyte integrated load memory.

Technical specifications:

• MLFB: 6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0
• Manufacturer: Siemens
• Product line: SIMATIC S7-1200
• Product type: CPU 1212C AC/DC/relay
• Firmware version: V4.7
• Supply voltage: AC 85-264 V, 47-63 Hz
• Digital inputs: 8 x 24 V DC (6 usable for high-speed counting)
• Digital outputs: 6 x relay, 2 A resistive load / 200 W AC lamp load
• Analog inputs: 2 x 0-10 V DC, 10-bit resolution, 625 µs conversion time per channel
• Analog outputs: 0
• Work memory: 100 kbyte integrated
• Load memory: 2 Mbyte integrated
• PROFINET interface: 1 x RJ45, 100 Mbit/s, autonegotiation, autocrossing
• Max. expansion: 2 signal modules, 1 signal board, 3 communications modules
• CPU bit instruction time: 0.08 µs
• Backplane bus output: 1000 mA at 5 V DC
• Power loss: 11 W typical
• Hardware clock backup: 480 h typical, maintenance-free
• Programming: STEP 7 V20 or higher

Features and benefits:

• Integrated PROFINET IO controller and device on a single RJ45 port at 100 Mbit/s
• OPC UA server with data access, method call, and subscriptions (requires "Basic" runtime license)
• High-speed counting up to 100 kHz single-phase on 3 channels for encoder and pulse applications
• Maintenance-free hardware real-time clock with 480 h backup - no battery required
• PROFIBUS and AS-Interface connectivity available via CM expansion modules
• TLS V1.3-encrypted PG/OP communication pre-selected for secure network access

Applications:

• Small and mid-scale machine automation fed from AC infrastructure (85-264 V)
• Conveyor and handling systems switching relay-controlled loads
• PROFINET IO networks where the CPU acts as controller or shared device
• Analog signal acquisition from 0-10 V sensors such as pressure or position transducers
• OPC UA data integration with SCADA and MES systems

Requires STEP 7 V20 or higher for programming and configuration. Part of the Siemens SIMATIC range.

Also known as: Siemens 6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0, SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C, S7-1200 compact PLC AC/DC/relay.