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Siemens 6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0 SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C
The Siemens 6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C with a DC/DC/Relay configuration, combining the higher I/O count of the 1214C with relay outputs for direct load switching. It comes with a built-in power supply, onboard digital and analog I/O, and a PROFINET port, so it runs as a standalone controller without needing extra modules. The relay outputs support a wide voltage range, making it flexible for switching devices at different voltage levels within the same panel.
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Description
The Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C DC/DC/Relay runs on a 24V DC power supply for the CPU, but uses relay outputs that can switch loads from 5V DC up to 250V DC, giving it more flexibility than fixed-voltage transistor outputs. It comes with 14 digital inputs, 10 relay outputs, and 2 analog inputs built directly into the unit, so larger machines can be wired and running without extra I/O modules. This CPU is programmed using TIA Portal (STEP 7 V13 SP1 or higher) and supports LAD, FBD, and SCL programming languages.
The CPU includes a PROFINET port for network communication, supports open Ethernet protocols such as TCP/IP and Modbus, and has a built-in web server for remote diagnostics. It also comes with useful onboard functions such as high-speed counting, frequency measurement, and a PID controller for closed-loop process control. It can be expanded with 1 signal board, 8 signal modules, and up to 3 communication modules, giving plenty of room to grow the system later.
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Features of Siemens 6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0 SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C
- Compact all-in-one design with built-in power supply, inputs, and outputs
- Relay outputs support a wide load voltage range, 5V to 250V DC
- 14 built-in digital inputs and 10 built-in relay outputs
- 2 built-in analog inputs (0 to 10V)
- Onboard PROFINET port for easy network connection
- Built-in web server for remote diagnostics and monitoring
- High-speed counting up to 100 kHz on multiple channels
- Built-in PID controller for process control loops
- Frequency measurement function built in
- Expandable with 1 signal board, 8 signal modules, and up to 3 communication modules
- Real-time clock with battery-free backup for up to 480 hours
- Programmable using LAD, FBD, and SCL in TIA Portal
Technical Specifications of Siemens 6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0
Product type: CPU 1214C DC/DC/Relay
Programming software: STEP 7 V13 SP1 or higher (TIA Portal)
Rated voltage: 24V DC
Voltage range: 20.4V to 28.8V DC
Load voltage (L+) range: 5V to 250V DC
Reverse polarity protection: Yes
Current consumption: 500 mA (CPU only), up to 1,500 mA with all expansion modules
Inrush current: Up to 12 A at 28.8V DC
Power loss: 12 W typical
Program/data memory: 150 KB
Load memory: 4 MB integrated, expandable with SIMATIC Memory Card
Retentive memory: Up to 10 KB
Backup: Maintenance-free, battery-free
Bit operations: 0.085 µs per instruction
Word operations: 1.7 µs per instruction
Floating point arithmetic: 2.3 µs per instruction
Digital inputs: 14, integrated
Usable for high-speed counting: 6 channels
Rated input voltage: 24V DC
Max cable length: 500 m shielded / 300 m unshielded
Digital outputs: 10, relay type
Switching capacity: 2 A resistive load per output
Lamp load rating: 30 W (DC) / 200 W (AC)
Relay mechanical life: 10 million operations
Relay life at rated load: 100,000 operations
Max cable length: 500 m shielded / 150 m unshielded
Analog inputs: 2
Input range: 0 to 10V DC
Resolution: 10-bit
Analog outputs: 0 (none built in on this model)
Interface type: PROFINET (Ethernet)
Number of ports: 1
PROFINET IO Controller: Yes
PROFINET IO Device: Yes
Max transmission rate: 100 Mbit/s
Protocols supported: TCP/IP, ISO-on-TCP, UDP, Modbus, PROFIBUS (with CM 1243-5), AS-Interface
Max connectable IO devices: 16
Web server: Yes, with user-defined web pages
Counters: 6, up to 100 kHz
Frequency measurement: Yes
Position-controlled positioning axes: Up to 8
Positioning via pulse-direction interface: Up to 4, requires SB 1222 signal board
PID controller: Yes
Alarm inputs: 4
Hardware clock: Yes
Backup time: 480 hours typical
Accuracy: ±60 seconds/month at 25°C
Digital input isolation: 500V AC for 1 minute, groups of 1
Digital output isolation: Relay-based, groups of 2
Degree of protection: IP20
Approvals: CE, UL, cULus, FM, RCM, Marine approval
Operating temperature: -20°C to 60°C (horizontal), -20°C to 50°C (vertical)
Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Humidity: Up to 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions (W x H x D): 110 x 100 x 75 mm
Weight: 435 g approx.
Applications
The Siemens 6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0 SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C is commonly used in:
- Mid-size machine control requiring relay-driven output switching
- Direct control of contactors, solenoids, and motor starters
- Mixed AC/DC load switching applications
- Packaging, material handling, and conveyor systems
- Retrofit projects replacing relay-logic control systems
- HVAC and building automation with relay-based actuators
- Systems needing more onboard I/O with relay switching flexibility
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