Trainer Package PLC S7-1512C-1 PN +DP

This course familiarises students with the most important functions of a programmable logic controller (PLC). The trainer packet for Siemens  PLC  S7-1512C-1 PN/DN contains assembly parts and accessories including the necessary PLC.

Educational objectives

• Operating the PLC
• Creating programs
• Learn logistics and control functions
• Testing the programs
• Set up the network connections for Profi-Net and Profi-Bus

The teaching packet consists of:

• SIMATIC S7-1500 COMPACT CPU, CPU 1512C-1 PN, 32x DI, 32 DO, 5 AI, 2AO
• SIMATIC PM 1507 24 V/8 A
• SIMATIC STEP 7 Professional
• ETHERNET cable
• COMMUNICATION PROCESSOR CP 1542-5
• Base plate PLC 

Description of the base plate PLC:

• 24 digital inputs, 16 of these with touch incremental switch and 16 digital outputs are directly accessible via the safety connector (4 mm).
• 32 digital inputs and 32 digital outputs are accessible via 27-pole plugs configured for MCS.
• 2 analogue input channels and 2 analogue output channels are accessible via safety connectors (4 mm).
• A maximum of 8 analogue input channels and 4 analogue output channels are accessible on two 30-pole plugs, depending on the PLC.
• Profi-Net and Profi-Bus are directly connected to the CPU.
• The power supply is connected with the switch via a protected plug.
• The power supply is designed for an output of 190 W at 120 V, 60 Hz and 230V, 50 Hz. The mains voltage is automatically recognised and switched.
• The control voltage amounts to 24 v DC at max 8 A.

Method

• Student experiments based on the assignments in the experiment description.

Students completing vocational training in electrical engineering for a trade or industry are the target group addressed. The course is geared toward advanced learners. So prior knowledge is recommended:

• Basics of contactor controls
• Programming of PLC
• Instruction in the dangers of electrical technology

The following sets are recommended for further learning:

• E6.5.2.1 a Contactor controls with modules, 24 V
• E6.5.2.2 a Contactor control with experimental plates, 24 V
• E6.5.2.5 Controlling with limit and proximity switches
• E6.7.1.1 ASIMA for small controllers.
• E6.7.2.1 MCS system 4 control over PLC 
• E6.7.2.2 MCS system 6 stations control over PLC with Profi-Bus

Topics

• Programming of an PLC
• Programming method KOP, FUP, AWL, S7-GRAPH
• Expanded program structure
• Logic connections
• Timer and clock timer functions
• RS components
• Counting and frequency measurement
• Analogue value processing, set value and control