The CPU 314C-2 DP is equipped with the following:

• Microprocessor;
  the processor achieves a processing time of 60 ns per binary instruction
• Extensive memory;
  192 KB high-speed work memory (equals approx. 64 K instructions) for program sections relevant to execution offer user programs sufficient memory space;
  SIMATIC Micro Memory Cards (max. 8 MB) as load memory for the program also allow the project to be stored in the CPU (complete with symbols and comments).
• Flexible expansion capability;
  max. 31 modules, (4-tier configuration)
• MPI multi-point interface
  The integrated MPI interface can establish as many as 12 connections simultaneously to S7-300/400 or connections to programming device, PC, OP. Among these connections, one is always reserved for programming devices and another for OPs. The MPI makes it possible to set up a simple network with a maximum of 16 CPUs via "global data communication".
• PROFIBUS DP interface:
  The CPU 314C-2 DP with PROFIBUS DP master/slave interface allows a distributed automation configuration offering high speed and ease of use. From the user's point of view, the distributed I/O is treated as central I/O (same configuring, addressing and programming).
• Integrated inputs/outputs;
  24 digital inputs (all can be used for alarm processing) and 16 digital outputs as well as 4 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs for current/voltage signals and an additional input for measuring temperature (Pt 100) make the CPU 314C-2 DP a high-value control.