Product Overview

SIMATIC CP 5612 (6GK1561-2AA00) – A compact PCI communication processor designed to seamlessly integrate a PC or PG (Programmer/Operator Panel) with SIMATIC S7 systems using PROFIBUS DP or MPI networks. Fully compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems.
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Technical Specifications

Interface & Communication

Standards: PROFIBUS DP and MPI; data rates from 9.6 kbit/s to 12 Mbit/s
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Connector: 1 × 9-pin Sub-D socket (RS-485)
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Supports DP master (DPV0, DPV1) and DP slave, as well as S7 communication and open communication via SEND/RECEIVE
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Throughput & Addressing

As DP Master: Up to 64 DP slaves, IO address space of 14,640 bytes for inputs and outputs; 244 bytes of diagnostics per slave
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As DP Slave: IO address space of 122 bytes (inputs/outputs)
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Open Communication: Up to 50 simultaneous connections (e.g., via SOFTNET-PB DP / Slave / S7)
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S7/PG connections: Up to 8 simultaneous sessions
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Multi-protocol connections: Up to 207 connections per PC station
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Power & Bus Interface

PCI format: Universal-keyed for both 3.3 V and 5 V PCI slot compatibility; supports 33/66 MHz bus
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Power supply sourced from PCI bus:

3.3 V rail: max 0.15 A

12 V rail: max 0.25 A

Total power dissipation: approx. 3.5 W
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Form Factor & Environmental Conditions

Dimensions: 18 mm (W) × 107 mm (H) × 125 mm (D)

Weight: ~98 g
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Operational temperature: 5 °C to 55 °C; Storage/transport: –20 °C to +60 °C

Humidity: Up to 95 % (non-condensing)
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Protection Class: IP00 (standard open-card protection)
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Lifecycle, Logistics & Compliance

Product Status: Active (PLM: PM300) with typical dispatch time 1 working day ex-works
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Weight & Packaging:

Net weight: 0.175 kg

Packaging dimensions: 18 × 125 × 107 mm
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Origin: Germany (may vary; refer to local contact for specifics)
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Compliance:

RoHS compliant (lead-containing components disclosed per REACH Article 33)
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WEEE: Take-back obligations apply
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Technical Engineer Insights

Efficient PC-to-PROFIBUS/MPI Bridging
Ideal for legacy PCs or PGs to gateway into industrial networks using a clean, plug-in PCI card—no external converters required.

High-throughput & Visibility
Supports multiple DP slaves with generous IO mapping, offering high data handling capacity and efficient diagnostics.

Flexible Communication Use-Cases
Use as DP master or slave and in open communications (SEND/RECEIVE), making it versatile for software-based integration or OPC solutions.

Compact & Low-Power Design
Slim PCI card with low power draw (under 4 W) ideal for space-limited industrial PCs or automation panels.

Long-Term Availability & Support
Active product with rapid shipping and full compliance history ensures longevity and consistent support for engineering deployments.