Title: SIEMENS SIMATIC S7-200 EM 222 Digital Output Module | 8 Relay DO | 6ES72221BF220XA8

Product Overview:
The SIEMENS SIMATIC S7-200 EM 222 Digital Output Module is an essential expansion component designed to enhance the output capabilities of your SIMATIC S7-200 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). This robust and reliable module provides 8 independent relay digital outputs, making it ideal for controlling a wide range of industrial devices such as contactors, solenoids, indicator lights, and small motors. Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the EM 222 ensures stable and precise control, contributing to the efficiency and flexibility of your automation systems. Its seamless integration with the S7-200 series CPUs allows for easy system expansion and configuration, providing a cost-effective solution for complex control tasks in factory automation, process control, and machine building applications. This module is a cornerstone for reliable digital output management in legacy and current S7-200 installations, ensuring continued operational excellence.

Key Features & Benefits:

 8 Digital Relay Outputs: Provides versatile control over various AC/DC loads, offering high flexibility for diverse applications.
 High Current Capacity: Each relay output is rated for up to 2A, enabling direct control of a wide array of industrial actuators without the need for intermediate relays.
 Electrical Isolation: Features robust electrical isolation between the outputs and the internal PLC circuitry, protecting sensitive components from external load disturbances and ensuring system integrity.
 Seamless SIMATIC S7-200 Compatibility: Designed for perfect integration with all SIMATIC S7-200 CPUs (including CPU 221, 222, 224, 226, 226XM), ensuring straightforward expansion and configuration.
 Robust Industrial Design: Built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, offering high resistance to vibrations, shocks, and electromagnetic interference, guaranteeing long-term reliability.
 Easy Installation: Features a compact design and standard DIN rail mounting, simplifying installation and reducing setup time in control cabinets.
 Enhanced System Flexibility: Allows for modular expansion of PLC systems, enabling tailored solutions for specific application requirements and future upgrades.
 Reliable Performance: Backed by Siemens' renowned quality and engineering, ensuring consistent and dependable operation in critical automation processes.

Applications:

The SIEMENS SIMATIC S7-200 EM 222 Digital Output Module is widely utilized across various industrial sectors for its reliable control capabilities. Typical applications include:
 Factory Automation: Controlling conveyor systems, assembly lines, and material handling equipment.
 Process Control: Managing valves, pumps, and actuators in water treatment, chemical processing, and food & beverage industries.
 Machine Building: Integrating into packaging machinery, textile machines, printing presses, and specialized manufacturing equipment.
 HVAC Systems: Automating control of fans, dampers, and heating/cooling units in building management systems.
 Building Automation: Operating lighting systems, security access controls, and environmental monitoring.
 Energy Management: Switching loads in power distribution and energy optimization systems.
 Any application requiring reliable digital switching of external devices based on PLC logic.

Technical Specifications:

 Part Number: 6ES7 222-1BF22-0XA8
 Alternative Part Number: 6ES72221BF220XA8
 Module Type: Digital Output Expansion Module
 Number of Outputs: 8
 Output Type: Relay (Normally Open - NO contacts)
 Rated Load Current per Output: 2A (resistive load)
 Output Voltage Range: 5V DC to 30V DC / 5V AC to 250V AC
 Isolation: Optically isolated between channels and to the backplane bus
 Mounting Type: DIN Rail
 Dimensions (H x W x D): Approximately 80 mm x 45 mm x 62 mm
 Weight: 0.25 kg
 Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C
 Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 70 °C
 Protection Class: IP20
 Compatibility: SIMATIC S7-200 CPUs (CPU 221, CPU 222, CPU 224, CPU 226, CPU 226XM)