Communication Processor

The Siemens 6GK7243-1EX01-0XE0 is a communications processor (CP 243-1) designed to connect SIMATIC S7-22X controllers to Industrial Ethernet networks. This module enables robust, high-speed communication and supports a range of IT functions, making it ideal for integration with office and factory networks.

• Type: Communication processor CP 243-1

• Application: Connection of SIMATIC S7-22X to Industrial Ethernet

• Transfer Rate: 10–100 Mbit/s (auto-sensing)

• Interface: 1 x RJ45 port (Industrial Ethernet)

• Supply Voltage:

  • 5 V DC from backplane bus (typical current: 0.06 A)

  • 24 V DC external (typical current: 0.053 A, max. 0.06 A)

• Power Loss: 1.5 W (typical)

• Operating Temperature:

  • Vertical installation: 0–45°C

  • Horizontal installation: 0–55°C

• Storage/Transport Temperature: -40°C to +70°C

• Relative Humidity: Up to 95% (non-condensing)

• Protection Class: IP20

• Dimensions: 71.2 x 80 x 62 mm (W x H x D)

• Weight: 0.15 kg (net)

• Supported Protocols/Functions:

  • S7 communication (max. 8 connections, 1 PG, 8 PG/OP)

  • FTP client communication

  • HTTP server (max. 4 connections)

  • FTP server (not specified, refer to documentation)

  • Email client (max. 1 connection, up to 32 emails of 1024 characters each)

• Flash Memory: 8 megabytes of user memory (file system)

• Write Cycles: 100,000 (flash memory cells)

• Access Rights: 8

• Web-based Diagnostics: Yes

• SNMP Support: No