The Siemens 6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200F CPU 1214FC compact fail-safe controller, designed for both standard and safety-related automation applications in small machine control.
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2kg| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Siemens |
| Model | 6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0 |
| Product Family | SIMATIC S7-1200F |
| Product Type | CPU 1214FC Compact Fail-Safe Controller |
| Configuration | DC/DC/DC (transistor outputs) |
| Program/Data Memory | 125 KB (200 KB per some sources) |
| Load Memory | 4 MB integrated; expandable via SIMATIC Memory Card |
| Digital Inputs | 14 x 24V DC |
| Digital Outputs | 10 x 24V DC transistor, 0.5A |
| Analog Inputs | 2 x 0–10V DC |
| Analog Outputs | 0 |
| Safety Certification | SIL 3 (IEC 61508), PL e (ISO 13849-1), Category 4 |
| Safety Protocol | PROFIsafe |
| Communication | 2 x PROFINET ports (integrated switch) |
| Power Supply | 24V DC (20.4–28.8V DC) |
| Current Consumption | 500 mA (CPU only); 1,500 mA max. with all expansion modules |
| Max. Inrush Current | 12 A at 28.8V DC |
| Power Loss | Typ. 12 W |
| Processing Time (Bit) | 0.08 µs / instruction |
| High-Speed Counters | 6 (max. 100 kHz) |
| Pulse Outputs | 4 x 100 kHz |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 110 mm x 100 mm x 75 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 0.364 kg |
| Engineering Software | STEP 7 V18 or higher (TIA Portal) |
| Firmware Version | V4.6 |
| Country of Origin | Germany (DE) or China (CN) depending on manufacturing location |
| Model | Description | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| 6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0 (this model) | CPU 1214FC, DC/DC/DC (transistor), fail-safe | Safety + standard control with high-speed switching |
| 6ES7214-1HF40-0XB0 | CPU 1214FC, DC/DC/Relay (2A relay outputs) | Safety applications with AC/DC mixed loads |
| 6ES7214-1AG40-0XB0 | CPU 1214C, standard (non-F) version | Applications without safety requirements |
| 6ES7215-1AF40-0XB0 | CPU 1215FC, 14DI/10DO/2AI/2AO, larger memory | Larger safety applications requiring analog outputs |
| 6ES7212-1AF40-0XB0 | CPU 1212FC, 8DI/6DO, entry-level fail-safe | Compact, cost-sensitive safety applications |
| 6ES7954-8LC03-0AA0 | SIMATIC Memory Card (4 MB) | Program backup and load memory expansion |
| 6ES7292-1BC30-0XA0 | 3-pin gold-plated terminal block | Replacement terminal block for CPU 1214FC |
Q1: Can the 6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0 function as both a standard and safety controller?
Yes. The CPU 1214FC is a fail-safe compact controller that executes both standard control logic and safety-related functions in a single device. The standard program and F-program run separately within the CPU, with the safety functions certified up to SIL 3 / PL e. This eliminates the need for a separate safety relay or safety PLC in many applications.
Q2: What is the difference between the AF40 (this model) and HF40 variants?
The 6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0 uses transistor outputs (DC/DC/DC), suitable for high-frequency switching and DC loads only. The 6ES7214-1HF40-0XB0 uses relay outputs (DC/DC/Relay), capable of switching AC or DC loads directly (up to 2A per output). Transistor outputs offer faster switching and longer life but can only handle DC loads; relay outputs are preferred for mixed AC/DC loads or higher current applications.
Q3: What safety protocols does this CPU support?
The CPU supports PROFIsafe communication over PROFINET, enabling safety-related communication with other fail-safe controllers (such as S7-1500F) or safety I/O devices. The CPU also supports standard PROFINET IO for non-safety devices. Firmware V4.2 or higher is required for safety-related communication between controllers.
Q4: What software is required to program this fail-safe CPU?
The CPU requires STEP 7 Professional V18 or higher (TIA Portal) for programming, including the STEP 7 Safety Advanced option for F-programming. The safety program is compiled separately and generates the F-shared DB required for PROFIsafe communication. It is not configurable with STEP 7 Basic.
Q5: What are the key motion control capabilities?
The CPU supports 6 high-speed counters (max. 100 kHz), 4 pulse outputs (100 kHz), and up to 8 positioning axes via PLCopen motion control instructions. It can control stepper motors or servo drives via pulse-direction interface, making it suitable for simple positioning tasks. For more complex motion control, the S7-1500 platform is recommended.
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