Title: Siemens SIMATIC C7-623 Compact Controller - Integrated PLC & Operator Panel 6ES7623-1AE00-0AE3

Product Overview:
The Siemens SIMATIC C7-623 (Part Number: 6ES7623-1AE00-0AE3) is a highly efficient and space-saving compact controller that seamlessly integrates the powerful functionality of a SIMATIC S7-300 PLC with a user-friendly operator panel (OP) into a single, robust device. Designed for small to medium-sized automation tasks, the C7-623 offers a comprehensive solution for controlling and visualizing industrial processes, reducing wiring complexity, and simplifying engineering efforts. This all-in-one unit is ideal for applications where space is at a premium and a cost-effective, reliable automation solution is required, delivering superior performance and ease of operation for diverse industrial environments. Its integrated design makes it a cornerstone for modern industrial control systems, enhancing productivity and system reliability.

Key Features & Benefits:

Integrated PLC and Operator Panel: Combines the processing power of a SIMATIC S7-300 CPU (equivalent to CPU 313C-2 DP) with a monochrome LCD operator panel, streamlining system architecture and reducing hardware footprint in control cabinets.
Comprehensive I/O Capabilities: Features 16 integrated digital inputs (24V DC), 16 digital transistor outputs, 4 analog inputs (voltage/current), and 2 analog outputs (voltage/current), providing versatile connectivity for a wide range of industrial sensors and actuators.
User-Friendly HMI: Equipped with a clear monochrome LCD display (128 x 64 pixels or 4 lines x 20 characters) and a tactile keypad including numeric keys and 8 programmable function keys, enabling intuitive operation, process visualization, and data entry directly on the device.
Robust Communication Options: Supports MPI (Multi-Point Interface) for seamless programming and communication with other SIMATIC devices, and PROFIBUS DP (Master/Slave) for high-speed distributed I/O and networking with field devices, ensuring flexible system integration.
Efficient Memory Management: Includes ample work memory for user programs and data, along with a slot for a Micro Memory Card (MMC) for flexible load memory expansion, recipe management, and data logging capabilities.
Space-Saving Design: Its compact form factor significantly reduces the required installation space in control cabinets, leading to more efficient panel layouts, reduced material costs, and simplified installation procedures.
Simplified Engineering: Programmed using the familiar Siemens STEP 7 software, allowing for consistent engineering practices and faster development cycles for both PLC logic and HMI screens, reducing development time and costs.
Enhanced Reliability: Built to Siemens' high industrial standards, ensuring robust performance and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments, minimizing downtime and maintenance requirements for critical operations.
Versatile Application Scope: Perfectly suited for machine building, packaging machinery, material handling, process control, and various other automation tasks requiring integrated control and visualization in a single, powerful unit.

Applications:

The Siemens SIMATIC C7-623 is an exceptionally versatile compact controller, making it an ideal choice for a broad spectrum of industrial automation applications. Its integrated PLC and HMI functionality provides a powerful and efficient solution for:
Small to medium-sized machine automation, including packaging machines, textile machinery, printing presses, and woodworking equipment.
Material handling systems such as conveyor belts, sorting systems, automated storage and retrieval systems, and robotic cells.
Process control in industries like water treatment, chemical dosing, food & beverage production, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Building automation systems for HVAC control, energy management, and access control.
Distributed control systems where local HMI and PLC capabilities are required at the machine level, reducing central control complexity.
Any application benefiting from reduced wiring, simplified installation, and integrated control and visualization in a compact footprint, offering a cost-effective and high-performance automation solution.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number: 6ES7623-1AE00-0AE3
Alternative Part Number: 6ES76231AE000AE3
Product Type: SIMATIC C7-623 Compact Controller
Integrated CPU: Equivalent to SIMATIC S7-300 CPU 313C-2 DP
Digital Inputs: 16 (24V DC, sink/source configurable)
Digital Outputs: 16 (Transistor, 0.5A per channel, short-circuit protected)
Analog Inputs: 4 (Voltage/Current, e.g., 0-10V, 0-20mA, 4-20mA, 12-bit resolution)
Analog Outputs: 2 (Voltage/Current, e.g., 0-10V, 0-20mA, 4-20mA, 12-bit resolution)
Display Type: Monochrome LCD, 128 x 64 pixels (or 4 lines x 20 characters)
Keypad: Numeric keypad, 8 programmable function keys, 4 cursor keys
Communication Interfaces: 1 x MPI, 1 x PROFIBUS DP (Master/Slave, up to 12 Mbit/s)
Work Memory: Typically 64 KB (integrated RAM for user program and data)
Load Memory: Micro Memory Card (MMC) slot for expansion (e.g., up to 8 MB)
Power Supply: 24V DC (20.4V to 28.8V)
Power Consumption: Approximately 15W
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approximately 240 mm x 125 mm x 124 mm
Weight: Approximately 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Protection Class (Front): IP65 (when installed in a control panel)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Storage Temperature: -20 °C to 70 °C (-4 °F to 158 °F)
Programming Software: Siemens STEP 7 (V5.x or higher)