Siemens 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN
Item NO.: 3746920
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Detail
- Product NameSiemens 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN
- Item NO.3746920
- Weight0.8200 kg = 1.8078 lb = 28.9246 oz
- CategoryPLC
- BrandSiemens
- Creation Time2026-08-25
- SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN
6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN
Lifecycle Status: Active (PM300) · Delivery Release
Product Overview
6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 is a high-performance SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN with 1 MB code memory and 4.5 MB data memory. It features two PROFINET interfaces with integrated switch, 20 ns bit processing speed, and supports up to 256 IO devices. The CPU is designed for demanding automation tasks in medium to large-scale applications requiring high processing power and advanced communication capabilities.
Order number 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 · Requires SIMATIC memory card
- • Processing performance: 20 ns bit operation / 24 ns word operation
- • Interfaces: 2x PROFINET (X1 with 2-port switch, X2 with 1-port)
- • Communication: Open IE, S7 communication, Web server, OPC UA
- • Redundancy: MRP, MRPD, and MRP interconnection supported
Performance
Processing Speeds
- Bit operation: 20 ns typical
- Word operation: 24 ns typical
- Fixed-point arithmetic: 32 ns typical
- Floating-point arithmetic: 128 ns typical
- Cyclic interrupt: Up to 6 cycles with resolution 100 µs
- Maximum processing time: 4.5 ms for 1,000,000 bit operations
Memory & Capacity
- Code memory: 1 MB (integrated)
- Data memory: 4.5 MB (integrated)
- Load memory: SIMATIC memory card up to 32 GB
- Number of blocks: Up to 8,000 (OB, FB, FC, DB, UDT)
- Retentive data: 512 KB standard, up to 4.5 MB extended
- Time-of-day interrupts: 24 configurable
IEC 61131-3 compliant · Shortest cyclic interrupt interval: 100 µs
Technical Details
Interfaces & Connectivity
- PROFINET interfaces: 2 (X1 with 2-port switch, X2 with 1 port)
- Protocols: PROFINET IO (Controller/Device), Open IE, S7 communication
- OPC UA: Server and Client (requires "Medium" license)
- Web server: Standard and user pages, HTTPS support
- Communication services: PG/OP, S7 routing, and web services
- Connections: 128 via integrated interfaces
Technical Specifications
- Power supply: 24V DC (19.2V ~ 28.8V)
- Current consumption: 1.2 A typical
- Power loss: 8.4 W typical
- Protection class: IP20
- Ambient temperature: 0°C ~ 60°C
- PROFINET Security Class: 1
System Integration
Redundancy & Networking
- PROFINET redundancy: MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol), MRPD (Media Redundancy Protocol for Planned Duplication)
- MRP interconnection: Support for multiple MRP rings
- IO devices: 256 max (PROFINET)
- Distributed I/O: Up to 1,024 devices via PROFINET, PROFIBUS, or AS-i
- Update time (RT): 1 ms to 512 ms
- IRT (Isochronous Real-Time): Supported
Compatibility & Migration
Predecessor: 6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0 (discontinued)
Successor: 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 (current version)
Project compatibility:
- • TIA Portal V19 (FW V3.1): Native support
- • TIA Portal V18 (FW V3.0): Native support
- • V17 and earlier: Configurable as 6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0
- • Project download works with MLFB mismatch information message
Migration from S7-300/S7-400: Full program porting to TIA Portal required. Hardware modules replaced with S7-1500 compatible components. Complete re-engineering, no plug-and-play migration.
Applications
- Large-scale machine control (packaging, filling, textile, automotive)
- Process automation with high I/O and performance demands
- High-speed motion control and positioning tasks
- Distributed automation solutions with PROFINET
- OPC UA communication for IT/OT integration
- Web-based monitoring and diagnostics
- Redundancy-capable systems with MRP/MRPD topology
- Replacement for older S7-300/S7-400 systems requiring higher performance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0 still active? What is its availability?
Yes, this product is active with lifecycle status PM300 (Delivery Release). It is fully available through Siemens and authorized distributors with long-term support.
What is the difference between 6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0 and 6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0?
The 2AN03 is the successor of the 2AM02 (which is discontinued). It offers improved performance (20 ns vs 60 ns bit operation) and additional features including MRPD support, enhanced OPC UA capabilities, and higher work memory.
Can I use this CPU in TIA Portal V17?
Yes, but the article number will not appear in the hardware catalog. You can configure it as the predecessor 6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0. The project will download with an information message about MLFB mismatch but will run without issues. Native support requires TIA Portal V18 or higher.
What is the maximum number of IO devices this CPU can handle?
The CPU supports up to 256 IO devices via PROFINET. Through AS-i, PROFIBUS, or PROFINET, a total of up to 1,024 distributed I/O devices can be connected.
Does this CPU support OPC UA?
Yes, the CPU supports both OPC UA Server and Client. A runtime license of type "Medium" is required for OPC UA functionality. Security policies include None, Basic128Rsa15, Basic256Rsa15, Basic256Sha256, Aes128Sha256RsaOaep, and Aes256Sha256RsaPss.
What is the long-term migration path to S7-1500 from S7-300/S7-400?
The CPU 1515-2 PN is a platform-level replacement for older S7-300/S7-400 CPUs. Migration requires full program porting to TIA Portal, hardware replacement with S7-1500 compatible components, and complete re-engineering. No plug-and-play migration is possible across platforms.
