The SIMATIC S7-200 CPU 226 (6ES7216-2AD23-0XB8) is a proven workhorse in the compact PLC segment, engineered for applications requiring a balanced mix of digital I/O, communication versatility, and real-time control. This AC-powered unit delivers 24 DC inputs and 16 transistor outputs, making it ideal for high-speed switching tasks such as packaging lines, conveyor systems, or small assembly stations. Its dual RS-485 interfaces support PPI, MPI, and user-defined protocols, enabling seamless integration into existing networks or master-slave architectures. With a built-in real-time clock and support for up to 256 expansion I/O points, the CPU 226 offers the scalability and precision needed for mid-range industrial automation projects.
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Product Type |
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) |
| Model |
SIMATIC S7-200 CPU 226 |
| Order Number |
6ES7216-2AD23-0XB8 |
| Power Supply |
AC (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) |
| Digital Inputs |
24 DC (sinking/sourcing, 24 V DC) |
| Digital Outputs |
16 Transistor (solid-state, 24 V DC, 0.75 A per output) |
| Program Memory |
24 KB (16 KB user program + 8 KB retentive data) |
| Data Memory |
10 KB (retentive) |
| Communication Ports |
2 x RS-485 (PPI, MPI, freeport) |
| High-Speed Counters |
6 (single-phase up to 30 kHz; quadrature up to 20 kHz) |
| Pulse Outputs |
2 (up to 20 kHz, PTO/PWM) |
| Real-Time Clock |
Integrated (battery-backed) |
| Expansion Capability |
Up to 7 expansion modules (max. 256 I/O points) |
| Programming Software |
STEP 7-Micro/WIN (V4.0 SP9 or later) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 °C to +55 °C (horizontal); 0 °C to +45 °C (vertical) |
| Protection Class |
IP20 (open-type device) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
196 x 80 x 62 mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 550 g |
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