{"product_id":"6gk7443-1ex30-0xe0-siemens-simatic-net-ethernet-processor","title":"6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 Siemens SIMATIC NET Ethernet Processor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSiemens 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 SIMATIC NET CP 443-1 Industrial Ethernet Communication Processor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSiemens\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0\u003c\/strong\u003e is a CP 443-1 Industrial Ethernet communication processor designed for SIMATIC S7-400 automation systems. Occupying a single slot on the backplane, it connects S7-400 controllers to Industrial Ethernet networks, enabling high-performance data exchange between PLCs, PG\/PC programming stations, host computers, and field devices. Featuring an integrated 2-port switch, it supports PROFINET IO Controller functionality alongside open communication and S7 routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiemens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIMATIC NET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial Ethernet Communication Processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIMATIC S7-400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x RJ45 ports (integrated 2-port switch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\/100 Mbps auto-sensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO, TCP\/IP, UDP, PROFINET IO Controller, S7 Communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen Communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSEND\/RECEIVE blocks (up to 64 connections)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum S7 Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 (when utilizing multiple CPUs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum PROFINET Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 IO devices (64 IRT devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Address Assignment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDHCP, manual configuration, or block transfer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 V DC via S7-400 backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Relative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95% at 25 deg C (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact module S7-400 single width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm x 290 mm x 210 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Ethernet Protocols and Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module incorporates a 2-port Industrial Ethernet switch operating at 10\/100 Mbps, which allows line-topology network structures without external Ethernet switches. It manages up to 128 S7 communication links and up to 64 open communication connections using standard SEND\/RECEIVE blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVerification:\u003c\/i\u003e Confirm that combined CPU and network connection demands stay within the maximum limit of 128 active communication links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen functioning as a PROFINET IO Controller, the unit manages up to 128 field devices (including up to 64 IRT devices) with data volumes of up to 1433 bytes for input and output variables per device. Network security and access control are supported through an IP Access Control List (ACL), while Fast Startup and PROFIenergy functions optimize system performance and energy usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem Powering and Mechanical Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower is drawn directly from the S7-400 backplane bus at 5 V DC, eliminating the need for an external supply cable to the front panel. The module consumes 1.4 A under normal operation, generating a typical power loss of 7.25 W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVerification:\u003c\/i\u003e Ensure the S7-400 power supply module (PS) has sufficient 5 V DC capacity on the backplane bus to accommodate the module's 1.4 A requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact single-width casing measures 25 mm wide, 290 mm high, and 210 mm deep, slotting directly into standard S7-400 racks. Operating within standard IP20 control enclosures, it withstands temperatures up to +60 deg C and non-condensing relative humidity up to 95%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 require an external 24 V DC power connection? A: No, it derives its operational power directly from the S7-400 backplane bus at 5 V DC (drawing typically 1.4 A).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many PROFINET IO devices can be configured under this communication processor?A: It can act as a PROFINET IO Controller managing up to 128 total IO devices, including up to 64 IRT-capable devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the integrated Ethernet ports be used to create line topologies? 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