Shorter start-up times through simple configuration at the press of a button
Design of flexible machine-related structures using the ET 200M distributed I/O system
Enables diagnostics of the AS?Interface network
Well suited also for complex applications thanks to connection options for 62 slaves and integral analog value processing
Reduction of standstill and servicing times in the event of a fault thanks to the LED indicators:
Status of the AS?Interface network
slaves connected and their readiness for operation
Monitoring of the AS?Interface mains voltage
Lower costs for stock keeping and spare parts inventory because the CP can be used for the SIMATIC S7?300 and also for the ET 200M
With CP 343-2P additionally: Improved plant documentation and support for service assignments thanks to a description of the AS?Interface configuration in the STEP 7 project
No need for the AS?i power supply unit with AS?i Power24V: The AS?Interface cable is powered through an existing 24?V?DC?PELV power supply unit. For decoupling, an AS?i data decoupling module S22.5 is required (e.g. 3RK1901?1DE12?1AA0), see "Power supply units and data decoupling modules."
Operation with AS?Interface power supply unit IP20 (see "Power supply units and data decoupling modules") is also possible without restrictions.
