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6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0

SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC Compact Controller

SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC Compact Controller for compact automation requiring expandable local i/o and profinet communication, supplied against the exact Siemens article number with installed-system compatibility checked before quotation.

BRANDSiemens
STOCK CONFIRMATIONLead time: 2–3 days
CONDITIONBrand new and original
WARRANTY12 months

Product overview

The Siemens 6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC Compact Controller used for compact automation requiring expandable local i/o and profinet communication. Typical applications include small machine control and material handling equipment.

Selection must follow the complete Siemens article number rather than appearance alone. Before ordering, confirm dc/dc/dc output type, required signal-module capacity, tia portal project and firmware version, profinet topology and address.

COMMON APPLICATIONS

Installed-system context

  • Small machine control
  • Material handling equipment
  • Compact process skids

Tell us the controller, communication network and installed panel details. That context helps prevent a visually similar but incompatible replacement.

Manufacturer
Siemens
Article number / MPN
6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0
Product designation
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC Compact Controller
CPU type
CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC
Integrated I/O
8 DI 24 V DC, 6 transistor DO 24 V DC, 2 AI 0–10 V DC
Power supply
20.4–28.8 V DC
Program / data memory
100 KB
Communication
Integrated PROFINET interface
Expansion
Up to 2 signal modules plus supported signal and communication boards/modules

Technical values are compiled from official Siemens product documentation for this exact article number. Always check the delivered unit nameplate and revision before installation.

What to send for verification

  • • Complete Siemens article number and nameplate
  • • DC/DC/DC output type
  • • required signal-module capacity
  • • TIA Portal project and firmware version
  • • PROFINET topology and address
  • • Required quantity, destination and condition

What your quotation will state

  • • Exact quoted article number
  • • New, surplus or refurbished condition
  • • Available quantity and estimated lead time
  • • Warranty and proposed shipping method

Active S7-1200 compact CPU — confirm firmware, project backup, I/O expansion and output loading.

BUYER QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

What is the Siemens 6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0?

It is a SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC Compact Controller used for compact automation requiring expandable local i/o and profinet communication.

What should be checked before ordering?

Confirm the full article number, then verify dc/dc/dc output type, required signal-module capacity, tia portal project and firmware version.

Can a visually similar Siemens module be used instead?

Do not select by appearance alone. Hardware revision, firmware, signal type, interface, connector, rack and project compatibility can differ even when the housings look similar.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Send the complete article number, quantity, destination, required condition and a clear nameplate photo. We will confirm the quoted revision and lead time in writing.

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