{"product_id":"6es7972-0bb41-0xa0-siemens-simatic-dp-datasheet-technical-manual","title":"6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0 Siemens SIMATIC DP Datasheet \u0026 Technical Manual","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSiemens 6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0 SIMATIC DP Bus Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSiemens 6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003e6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0\u003c\/strong\u003e SIMATIC DP Bus Connector utilized to execute RS485 physical layer tapping across PROFIBUS DP network platforms. This node connection hardware interfaces SIMATIC S7 programmable logic controllers and ET 200M distributed I\/O stations directly to the dual-core industrial network medium. The device incorporates a Sub-D 9-pin male\/female connector configuration along with an integrated switchable termination resistor assembly to establish definitive line impedance matching at network boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiemens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIMATIC DP Bus Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS485 (PROFIBUS DP standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 12 Mbit\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-D 9-pin with integrated PG socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Outlet Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTilted \/ Angular design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Termination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated switchable resistor network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive physical connection (0 mA draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.8 mm x 54.0 mm x 39.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05 kg (Net weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Network Routing and Firmware Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis connection interface facilitates high-speed backplane bus communication velocity across localized automation segments, matching the timing requirements of Profinet and EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks where hybrid architectures coexist. The physical copper wire retention clamping layout limits signal attenuation at the maximum 12 Mbit\/s baud rate boundary, maintaining bit-stream phase alignment independent of I\/O density scaling or slave node concentrations. This pure hardware layer component preserves strict firmware flash compatibility across legacy SIMATIC S7 master modules, guaranteeing transparent frame throughput without inserting execution latency or signaling delays into the cyclic process image update loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the integrated termination switch alter the internal circuit behavior of the connector?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: When placed in the \"ON\" position, the manual slider isolates the outgoing PROFIBUS cable segment from the segment loop and engages a internal pull-up\/pull-down resistor matrix to stabilize line polarization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is it permissible to perform hot-plug insertion of this Sub-D connector while the network is active?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The passive RS485 interface pins support live insertion and extraction without corrupting adjacent node telegram packets, provided the termination switches on the network ends remain unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the function of the integrated 9-pin PG socket on the rear housing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The auxiliary PG socket duplicates the electrical connection traces, providing a direct diagnostic port for the insertion of a network analyzer or programming terminal without breaking the existing network line topology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrip the outer sheath and copper shielding of the standard 6XV1830-0CH10 PROFIBUS cable to the exact dimensions specified by the standard stripping tool template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the green and red core conductors into the designated color-coded insulation displacement screw terminals before tightening the retaining fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the connector securely onto the station RS485 port using the integrated mechanical locking screws to guarantee continuous shield grounding to the chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that only the physical first and final nodes on a linear network segment have their termination switches set to the active \"ON\" position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Siemens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43438505853018,"sku":"6ES7972-0BB41-0XA0","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/203._300ab9b6-0c61-4e93-8bb0-2103169d0233.jpg?v=1780285713","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/6es7972-0bb41-0xa0-siemens-simatic-dp-datasheet-technical-manual","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}