{"product_id":"siemens-6gk443-1ex30-0xe0-cp-443-1-s7-400-ethernet-module","title":"Siemens 6GK443-1EX30-0XE0 CP 443-1 S7-400 Ethernet Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSiemens 6GK443-1EX30-0XE0 SIMATIC S7-400 Communication Processor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSiemens 6GK443-1EX30-0XE0\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eCP 443-1\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication Processor Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for Industrial Ethernet communication and PROFINET IO control within SIMATIC S7-400 system racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware 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\u003e6GK443-1EX30-0XE0\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x RJ45 Industrial Ethernet ports (Integrated Switch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\/100 Mbit\/s auto-negotiation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePROFINET IO Controller, ISO, TCP\/IP, UDP, S7 Communication, Open Communication (SEND\/RECEIVE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVia S7-400 backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 A at 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.6 W power loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-width S7-400 module envelope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.70 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSiemens PLC Control \u0026amp; Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module processes cyclic and acyclic Ethernet traffic, delivering high backplane bus communication velocity across the internal S7-400 rack backplane. Field engineers configure the dual RJ45 interfaces to establish Profinet and EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks with line or ring topologies, avoiding external switch hardware. Firmware flash compatibility ensures seamless instruction execution during open communication calls, while hardware-level IP access control lists isolate critical I\/O density scaling configurations from unauthorized network segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the backplane bus current load for the 6GK443-1EX30-0XE0 module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module draws 1.4 A at 5 VDC directly from the internal S7-400 backplane bus, yielding an operational power loss profile of 8.6 W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does replacing the module require firmware re-flashing or software reconfiguration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Replacement hardware running compatible firmware flash versions automatically accepts the network parameters stored in the S7-400 CPU memory during system boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the integrated dual-port interface handle network topology changes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The internal switch unit manages 10\/100 Mbit\/s auto-negotiation and auto-crossover functions, maintaining ring or line topology continuity without requiring extra power connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineers must execute all installation and removal procedures with the main rack power isolated to protect electronic backplane traces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off the 24 VDC power supply to the S7-400 rack prior to inserting or removing the CP 443-1 module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook the bottom of the module onto the rack mounting rail and pivot the housing upward until the rear backplane connectors engage securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten the top and bottom fixing screws to establish solid mechanical retention and chassis grounding to the DIN rail frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect CAT5e or CAT6 Industrial Ethernet cables with shielded RJ45 connectors, keeping signal lines isolated from high-voltage motor or drive cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Siemens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43923234750563,"sku":"6GK443-1EX30-0XE0","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/203_a419ac87-4f1a-49e5-9e66-03e5dfbf9154.jpg?v=1766975254","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/siemens-6gk443-1ex30-0xe0-cp-443-1-s7-400-ethernet-module","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}