Features:
- One CPU executes PLC logic and the configured S7-Technology functions within an S7-300 station.
- Four technology inputs and eight high-speed outputs are wired through a 40-pin front connector.
- The MPI/DP interface and dedicated DP(DRIVE) master divide general communication from drive synchronization.
Siemens 6ES7317-6TK13-0AB0 combines the cyclic PLC program with technology processing rather than assigning those functions to a separate controller.
Its Micro Memory Card stores the project and backup data required by the CPU, while integrated work memory holds the active program and process values.
The first bus connection supports engineering, operator access, routing, and DP operation; the second is reserved for the documented DP(DRIVE) role.
The Siemens 6ES7317-6TK13-0AB0 SIMATIC S7-300 CPU 317T-2 DP may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Siemens 6ES7317-6TK13-0AB0 SIMATIC S7-300 CPU 317T-2 DP Manuals,Datasheets,Link
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Signal Flow Through the Integrated Channels
- Technology Inputs: Four digital inputs accept the signals assigned to counting or other configured technology functions.
- High-Speed Outputs: Eight outputs issue technology control signals such as high-speed cam-switch commands.
- Output Grouping: Current limits apply to the output group, and the channels cannot be paralleled to increase load power.
- Electrical Separation: Both input and output circuits are isolated from the S7-300 backplane bus.
Why the Two RS485 Interfaces Are Not Interchangeable
- Interface One: MPI and PROFIBUS DP services include PG/OP access, routing, DP master operation, and DP slave operation.
- Interface Two: The second connection is a DP(DRIVE) master for the assigned drive network.
- Excluded Services: MPI, PG/OP communication, routing, and S7 communication are not provided on the DP(DRIVE) interface.
- Isochronous Operation: Both documented DP master paths support equidistant and isochronous operation within their assigned roles.
Project Storage and Engineering Chain
- Micro Memory Card: The CPU requires a SIMATIC MMC with at least the specified capacity to hold the project.
- Work Memory: Integrated memory contains the active PLC code, technology logic, and runtime data.
- STEP 7 Project: STEP 7 supplies the PLC configuration, hardware assignment, and supported programming languages.
- S7-Technology: The matching option package creates and configures the technology functions executed by the CPU.
Checks Available During Commissioning
- Status and Control: Selected inputs, outputs, markers, data blocks, timers, and counters can be observed or modified.
- Forcing: The engineering system can force the documented input and output variables during controlled testing.
- Program Analysis: Status blocks, single-step operation, and breakpoints expose program execution for commissioning work.
- Diagnostic History: The diagnostic buffer retains CPU events independently of the channel-state LEDs.