Applications of the F-I/O module
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Applications of the F-DI 16x24VDC
Selecting the application
The diagram below supports you in selecting the application that suits your fail-safe
requirements. In the following sections, you will learn how to wire the F-module, the specific
parameters you must assign in STEP 7 Safety and the errors that are detected.
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The achievable safety class depends on the quality of the sensor and the duration of the
mission time in accordance with IEC 61508:2010. If the quality of the sensor is lower than
the quality required by the safety class, redundant sensors connected via two channels
must be used and evaluated.
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Selecting the application – digital input module F-DI 16x24VDC
WARNING
Digital input module F-DI 16x24VDC (6ES7526-1BH00-0AB0)
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