Siemens SIPLUS S7-1500 Series PLC CPU, 20-Input20 Outputs

Get a handle on your industrial control network with this PLC CPU from Siemens. It paves the way for effective communication between your devices and controller to keep your automated system on track. As the unit has data processing times of 60ns for bit operations and 72ns for word operations, it manages data in a jiffy. It also has swift processing times of 96ns for fixed point arithmetic and 384ns for floating point arithmetic, so you can count on it to rapidly crunch the numbers from input signals. Use this device to control your robotics and telecommunications equipment.

• Low power loss of 5.7W for energy efficiency

A PLC works by processing input and output signals to automate a machine's function. When it receives signals from sensors and switches, it processes them using pre-written control programmes. It then sends instructions to output devices like relays, starters and actuators so they know what to do.