Browse by topic

s7-1200

3 articles tagged “s7-1200”.

Flat vector diagram of three TIA Portal Function Blocks each linked to their own Instance Data Block with IN and OUT parameter arrows on an S7-1200 PLC
siemens tia portalfunction blockss7-1200

TIA Portal Function Blocks: FB, DB and Instance Data

Learn how TIA Portal Function Blocks work with Instance Data Blocks, how to pass IN, OUT and IN_OUT parameters, and the real-world gotchas that trip up even experienced S7 programmers.

Aug 8, 2026 · 8 min read

Flat vector comparison diagram of a Siemens S7-1200 compact PLC on the left and an S7-1500 modular PLC on the right with performance callout badges
siemenss7-1200s7-1500

S7-1200 vs S7-1500: Which Siemens PLC to Choose

S7-1200 vs S7-1500: compare CPU speed, memory, motion control, safety integration, PROFINET ports and real project cost so you choose the right Siemens PLC.

Jul 17, 2026 · 8 min read

S7-1200 PLC connected to TIA Portal laptop showing first program setup
siemenss7-1200tia portal

S7-1200 First Program in TIA Portal: Step by Step

Build your first Siemens S7-1200 program in TIA Portal from scratch. CPU selection, hardware config, tag table, ladder rung, and online download all covered.

Jul 8, 2026 · 8 min read

← All articles