Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 CPU317-2 DP Central Processing Unit
The Siemens 6ES7317-2AK14-0AB0 is a high-performance SIMATIC S7-300 series CPU module designed for medium to large-scale industrial automation systems. As a core controller in the S7-300 portfolio, it delivers advanced processing capabilities, flexible communication options, and robust expandability, making it ideal for applications requiring precise control, distributed I/O management, and multi-device coordination. This module is part of Siemens' modular automation ecosystem, supporting both centralized and decentralized control architectures.
Key Features
High-Speed Processing: 32-bit processor with ultra-fast instruction execution - 0.05 μs for bit operations, 0.1 μs for word operations, and 0.2 μs for double-word operations
Large Memory Capacity: 1 MB work memory (expandable to 2 MB via Micro Memory Card)
Versatile Communication Interfaces:
1 MPI/DP combo interface (12 Mbit/s) supporting up to 32 connections
1 PROFINET interface (10/100 Mbps) supporting up to 128 distributed I/O nodes
1 PROFIBUS-DP interface configurable as master/slave
Motion & Process Control: Supports simple motion control via integrated pulse outputs and closed-loop control using standard/modular PID blocks
Intelligent Diagnostics: LED indicators and STEP 7 software integration for rapid troubleshooting
Modular Expandability: Supports up to 32 expansion modules across 4 racks