

The Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 CPU 317F-2DP, identified by order number 6ES7317-6FF03-0AB0, is a high-end fail-safe CPU engineered for distributed safety applications within complex automation environments. This processor combines exceptional processing performance with integrated safety functions, making it ideal for industries where operational integrity and machine safety are paramount. With its 1 MB work memory and dual PROFIBUS interfaces, the CPU 317F-2DP excels in handling large-scale control programs and real-time communication, while its fail-safe architecture ensures compliance with stringent safety standards (e.g., SIL 3 per IEC 61508). Below is a comprehensive technical specification table for this unit:
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 CPU 317F-2DP |
| Order Number | 6ES7317-6FF03-0AB0 |
| Work Memory | 1024 KB (1 MB) – for program and data |
| Load Memory | Requires Micro Memory Card (MMC) – capacity depends on MMC used |
| Retentive Memory | Available via MMC; size depends on configuration |
| Interface 1 | MPI/DP – 12 Mbit/s max (for MPI and PROFIBUS DP) |
| Interface 2 | PROFIBUS DP master/slave (RS485) |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC (typical range: 20.4 to 28.8 V DC) |
| Power Consumption | Typical: 8 W (from backplane bus) |
| Digital Channels (max) | Up to 2048 (with expansion modules) |
| Analog Channels (max) | Up to 128 (with expansion modules) |
| Bit Operation Time | ~0.05 µs (typical) |
| Word Operation Time | ~0.2 µs (typical) |
| Fixed-Point Arithmetic | ~0.5 µs (typical) |
| Floating-Point Arithmetic | ~1.2 µs (typical) |
| Number of Blocks (max) | Unlimited (limited by RAM capacity); OB, FB, FC, DB |
| Organization Blocks | OB1 (cyclic), OB10-OB12 (time-of-day interrupts), OB30-OB38 (errors/faults), safety OBs per S7 Distributed Safety |
| S7 Counters | Unlimited (RAM-based, retentive) |
| S7 Timers | Unlimited (RAM-based, retentive) |
| Safety Functionality | Integrated fail-safe (F-CPU) per S7 Distributed Safety V5.2 SP1+; supports SIL 3 |
| Programming Software | STEP 7 V5.5+ (standard); S7 Distributed Safety V5.2 SP1+ (safety) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 60 °C (horizontal installation) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 40 mm x 125 mm x 130 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 290 g |
| Certifications | CE, cULus, ATEX (Zone 2), FM, SIL 3 (IEC 61508) |
This CPU is designed for seamless integration into S7-300 racks and supports up to 4 expansion modules in a single tier. Its fail-safe capabilities are tailored for applications like emergency stop systems, safety interlocks, and process safety, ensuring reliable operation in critical environments.

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