Siemens SIMOCODE pro C, System Manual

Page: 29 / 408

SIMOCODE pro
System Manual, 05/2019, A5E40507475002A/RS-AD/004
29
Advantages/benefits/configuration with
SIMOCODE pro
2
2.1 Advantages/benefits
● The quantity of cabling required between the motor feeder and the PLC is reduced
significantly by connecting the entire motor feeder to the process control system via the
fieldbus (see Figures "SIMOCODE pro, integrated in the main circuit, control circuit and at
automation level (PLC)")
● Automated processes are decentralized by means of configurable control and monitoring
functions in the feeder. This saves automation system resources and ensures that the
feeder is fully functional and protected even if the control system or bus system fails.
● By recording and monitoring operating, service and diagnostics data in the feeder and
process control system, plant availability is increased, and the feeder is easier to service
and maintain.
● The user can implement plant-specific requirements for every motor feeder thanks to the
high degree of modularity.
● SIMOCODE pro provides compact solutions and different levels of functions for every
customer application.
● By replacing the control circuit hardware with an integrated control function, the quantity
of required hardware components with wiring is reduced. This drives down storage costs
and limits potential wiring errors.
● Using electronic full motor protection allows the motors to be used more efficiently and
ensures that the tripping characteristic remains stable and the tripping response stays the
same, even after many years.