| Category |
Details |
| PLC Series |
SIMATIC S7-1200 |
| CPU Model |
CPU 1214C |
| Controller Type |
Compact Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) |
| Integrated Digital Inputs |
14 × 24 V DC digital inputs |
| Integrated Digital Outputs |
10 digital outputs; transistor or relay depending on CPU variant |
| Integrated Analog Inputs |
2 × analog inputs, 0–10 V |
| Communication Interface |
Integrated PROFINET / Industrial Ethernet |
| Programming Software |
Siemens TIA Portal / STEP 7 |
| Power Supply / Power Range |
Available with 24 V DC or 120/230 V AC supply depending on the specific CPU 1214C variant/order number |
| Common Variants |
DC/DC/DC, DC/DC/Relay, AC/DC/Relay |
| Expansion Capability |
Supports Signal Modules (SM), Signal Boards (SB) and Communication Modules (CM); exact limits depend on hardware generation/version |
| Communication Expansion |
Additional communication options can be provided through supported communication modules |
| High-Speed Functions |
Supports high-speed counters and pulse/PTO functions; exact capabilities depend on hardware/output variant |
| PID Control |
Integrated technology functions support closed-loop/PID control applications |
| Motion Control |
Suitable for basic positioning and motion-control applications using supported technology objects/drives |
| Diagnostics |
Integrated system diagnostics and online diagnostic functions through TIA Portal |
| HMI Connectivity |
Compatible with Siemens SIMATIC HMI panels and other compatible industrial HMI systems |
| Drive/VFD Integration |
Can be integrated with compatible Siemens and third-party VFDs/drives using PROFINET or supported communication solutions |
| Key Features |
Compact design, integrated I/O, PROFINET, scalable expansion, high-speed counting, pulse functions, PID control, diagnostics, motion functions and TIA Portal engineering |
| Applications |
Packaging machines, conveyor systems, material handling, assembly machines, pumps, compressors, HVAC systems, production machinery, motor/VFD control, small process systems and general factory automation |
| Installation |
Designed for installation in industrial control panels, typically on DIN rail |
| Best Suited For |
Small-to-medium machines requiring more onboard I/O and expansion capability than entry-level S7-1200 CPUs |
