PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) | NexuMation-55
The PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) NexuMation-55 is a fully integrated automation training platform for engineering laboratories, built around the Siemens CPU 1215C with 14 digital inputs, 10 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs, and 125 KB program memory. This PLC trainer with applications has 15 on-board application circuits pre-installed, including traffic light, elevator, DC motor, stepper motor, R/C servo, liquid mixer, temperature, assembly line, dot matrix, and 7-segment display control, with all sensors, control circuits, and drivers installed on-board. Ladder, STL, and FBD programming are supported, with digital input simulators covering 8 toggle, 8 momentary, 8 DIP switch, and 2 thumbwheel inputs, plus an analog input simulator and dual Ethernet PC interface. Nineteen structured experiments are supported without any additional hardware.
The PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) NexuMation-55 is a comprehensive, application-integrated PLC training unit built around the Siemens CPU 1215C for advanced automation education in engineering laboratories. This PLC trainer with applications provides on-board control circuits, sensors, and drivers for 15 built-in application modules covering traffic light, elevator, motor, temperature, and assembly line control, among others. With 14 digital inputs, 10 digital outputs, dual analog I/O, and dual Ethernet PC ports, it delivers a fully self-contained training platform requiring no external application modules for core experiments.
Product Overview
The PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) NexuMation-55 combines the Siemens CPU 1215C PLC platform with a full suite of on-board application circuits, making it distinct from standard PLC trainers that require external optional modules for real-world experiment scenarios. The PLC is configured with 14 digital inputs at 24 V DC (source/sink), 10 digital outputs at 24 V DC (source), 2 analog voltage inputs, 2 analog voltage outputs, and 125 KB program memory. Three programming languages are supported: Ladder, STL, and FBD. Digital input simulation is provided by 8 toggle inputs, 8 momentary inputs, 8 DIP switches, and 2 thumbwheel switches, offering the most comprehensive input simulation arrangement in the NexuMation series. An analog input simulator is also installed. Two analog voltage sources at +10 V each are provided. Fixed DC power supplies cover 24 V, +12 V, -12 V, and 5 V rails. PC connectivity is via two Ethernet ports, with a PC programming cable (RJ45) included. On-board applications installed directly on the panel include traffic light control, liquid mixer, temperature control, light intensity control, elevator control, LED bar display, assembly line control, DC motor control, stepper motor control, R/C servo motor control, LED flasher, dot matrix display, and 7-segment display. Sensors, control circuits, and drivers for all on-board applications are pre-installed. This PLC trainer with applications supports 19 structured laboratory experiments covering logic gates, counters, timers, motor control, display control, analog I/O, and process control without requiring any additional hardware. The unit ships complete with all accessories and experiment manual.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model Reference | NexuMation-55 |
| PLC Model | Siemens CPU 1215C |
| Digital Inputs | 14 x 24 V DC (Source/Sink) |
| Digital Outputs | 10 x 24 V DC (Source) |
| Analog Inputs | 2 x Voltage Type |
| Analog Outputs | 2 x Voltage Type |
| Program Memory | 125 KB |
| Programming Languages | Ladder, STL, FBD |
| Digital Input Simulator | 8 x Toggle, 8 x Momentary, 8 x DIP Switch, 2 x Thumbwheel |
| Analog Input Simulator | Installed |
| On-Board Sensors | Installed |
| On-Board Control Circuits | Installed |
| On-Board Drivers | Installed |
| Analog Voltage Source | 2 x +10 V |
| Fixed DC Supply | 24 V, +12 V, -12 V, 5 V |
| PC Interface | Ethernet ports x 2 |
Technical Data
PLC Core
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PLC Model | Siemens CPU 1215C |
| Digital Inputs | 14 x 24 V DC (Source/Sink) |
| Digital Outputs | 10 x 24 V DC (Source) |
| Analog Inputs | 2 x Voltage Type |
| Analog Outputs | 2 x Voltage Type |
| Program Memory | 125 KB |
| Programming Languages | Ladder, STL, FBD |
Input Simulators
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Toggle Inputs | 8 |
| Momentary Inputs | 8 |
| DIP Switches | 8 |
| Thumbwheel Switches | 2 |
| Analog Input Simulator | Installed |
Power Supplies
| Rail | Value |
|---|---|
| Fixed DC Supply 1 | 24 V |
| Fixed DC Supply 2 | +12 V |
| Fixed DC Supply 3 | -12 V |
| Fixed DC Supply 4 | 5 V |
| Analog Voltage Source | 2 x +10 V |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PC Interface | Ethernet ports x 2 |
| Programming Cable | RJ45 |
Key Features
- PLC Core: Siemens CPU 1215C with 125 KB program memory
- Digital I/O: 14 x 24 V DC digital inputs (source/sink), 10 x 24 V DC digital outputs (source)
- Analog I/O: 2 x voltage-type analog inputs, 2 x voltage-type analog outputs on this PLC trainer with applications
- Programming Languages: Ladder, STL, and FBD supported simultaneously
- Digital Input Simulators: 8 toggle inputs, 8 momentary inputs, 8 DIP switches, and 2 thumbwheel switches installed
- Analog Input Simulator: installed for signal simulation without external sources
- On-Board Applications: 15 application circuits pre-installed with sensors, control circuits, and drivers
- Analog Voltage Source: 2 x +10 V
- Fixed Power Supplies: 24 V, +12 V, -12 V, and 5 V DC rails installed
- PC Interface: dual Ethernet ports with RJ45 programming cable included
- Experiments Supported: 19 structured laboratory experiments without any additional hardware
On-Board PLC Applications
- Traffic Light Control
- Liquid Mixer
- Temperature Control
- Light Intensity Control
- Elevator Control
- LED Bar Display
- Assembly Line Control
- DC Motor Control
- Stepper Motor Control
- R/C Servo Motor Control
- LED Flasher
- Dot Matrix Display
- 7-Segment Display
Experiments
- Implementation of Logic Gates
- Implementation of Counters (Parking Stand)
- Implementation of Timer Application (Flash Light)
- DC Motor Control
- Stepper Motor Control
- RC Servo Motor Control
- Assembly Line Control
- 7-Segment Display Control
- Traffic Light Control
- Liquid Mixer Control
- Study of PLC Analog Input
- Implement Digital to Analog Converter
- Thumbwheel Switch Application
- Elevator Control
- LED Flasher
- Dot Matrix
- Water Level Control
- Temperature Control
- Light Control
Construction and Design
The PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) NexuMation-55 is built around the Siemens CPU 1215C PLC module integrated within a comprehensive self-contained training panel. All power supplies are installed internally, providing 24 V, +12 V, -12 V, and 5 V DC fixed rails alongside two analog voltage sources at +10 V each. Digital input simulation is provided by 8 toggle switches, 8 momentary pushbuttons, 8 DIP switches, and 2 thumbwheel switches, the most extensive input simulator arrangement in the NexuMation series. An analog input simulator is also installed. On-board sensors, control circuits, and drivers for all 15 application modules are pre-installed directly on the panel, eliminating the need for external optional modules for core experiments. Two Ethernet ports provide PC connectivity for programming and monitoring via the included RJ45 cable. This PLC trainer with applications supports Ladder, STL, and FBD programming languages consistent with IEC 61131-3 standards for the Siemens S7-1200 platform. The unit ships ready for use with all accessories and experiment manual included, supporting 19 structured laboratory experiments from commissioning.
Scope of Delivery
- 1 experimental unit
- 2 mm patch cords
- Power cord
- Experiment manual
- IDC cable
- PC programming cable (RJ45)
- Software CD
Q1: Which PLC model is used in the PLC Trainer with Applications (Siemens Based) NexuMation-55?
The unit is built around the Siemens CPU 1215C, configured with 14 digital inputs, 10 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs, and 125 KB program memory.
Q2: What distinguishes the NexuMation-55 from the NexuMation-51 and NexuMation-52 Siemens PLC trainers?
The NexuMation-55 has on-board sensors, control circuits, and drivers for 15 application modules pre-installed directly on the panel. The NexuMation-51 and NexuMation-52 require optional external modules for application-level experiments. The NexuMation-55 also provides the most comprehensive input simulator arrangement in the series, with 8 toggle, 8 momentary, 8 DIP switch, and 2 thumbwheel inputs.
Q3: What programming languages does this PLC trainer with applications support?
Three programming languages are supported: Ladder, STL (Statement List), and FBD (Function Block Diagram), consistent with IEC 61131-3 standards for the Siemens S7-1200 platform.
Q4: How many experiments can be conducted with the NexuMation-55 without additional hardware?
Nineteen structured laboratory experiments are supported directly from commissioning, covering logic gates, counters, timers, motor control, display control, analog I/O, process control, and application-specific scenarios, all using on-board circuits.
Q5: How is the NexuMation-55 connected to a PC for programming?
Two Ethernet ports provide PC connectivity. A PC programming cable (RJ45) is included in the scope of delivery.
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