6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0
Siemens PROFIBUS DP bus connector 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0

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Siemens PROFIBUS DP bus connector 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0
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Specifications
| Brand | Siemens |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0 |
| Official Product Name | SIMATIC DP PROFIBUS Bus Connector, 90 deg Outlet |
| Applicable System | SIMATIC S7-300/400 PLC, ET 200 distributed I/O, PROFIBUS DP networks |
| Product Type | PROFIBUS DP bus connector (RS485) |
| Equivalent Standard | PROFIBUS DP (IEC 61158-2) |
| Product Status | Commercialized (successor: 6ES7972-0BB52-0XA0) |
| Transmission rate | 9.6 kbit/s to 12 Mbit/s |
| Connection technology | FastConnect (tool-free, insulation-piercing) |
| Connector type | 9-pin Sub-D, 2 PROFIBUS + 1 PG/OP socket |
| Cable outlet angle | 90 deg (right angle) |
| Terminating resistor | Integrated, switchable |
| Operating voltage | 5 V DC (bus powered) |
| Degree of protection | IP20 |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +60 deg C |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 15.8 x 72.2 x 36.4 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 60 g |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Communication protocol | PROFIBUS DP (RS485, 2-wire) |
Product Description
Featuring FastConnect tool-free wiring, an integrated PG socket and a switchable terminating resistor, it connects PLCs, HMIs and distributed I/O on PROFIBUS DP networks at up to 12 Mbit/s. The Siemens 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0 is a SIMATIC DP PROFIBUS bus connector with a 90 deg cable outlet, designed for high-speed, reliable fieldbus communication in industrial automation.
Basic Product Information
- Integrated PG/OP socket for online diagnostics and programming
- Switchable built-in terminating resistor for bus segment endpoints
- Space-saving 90 deg cable outlet for compact cabinet layout
- Tool-free FastConnect wiring without stripping the cable
Technical Specifications
Version & Model Difference
['This 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0 variant features a 90 deg cable outlet with integrated PG socket.', 'Straight-cable-outlet variants (e.g. 6ES7972-0BA5x) omit the angled exit for different panel layouts.', 'The successor 6ES7972-0BB52-0XA0 offers the same form factor with an updated housing.']
Application Scenarios
- PLC-to-remote-I/O networking on PROFIBUS DP production lines
- Process automation (chemical, water treatment, energy) fieldbus links
- Machine tools and robotics requiring 12 Mbit/s deterministic communication
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum transmission speed of the 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0?
It supports the full PROFIBUS DP speed range from 9.6 kbit/s up to 12 Mbit/s.
Does this bus connector include a PG programming socket?
Yes, it integrates a 9-pin PG/OP socket so you can connect a programmer without interrupting bus communication.
How is the bus terminated with this connector?
It has a built-in switchable 220 ohm terminating resistor; set the switch ON for the first and last node of each segment.
What cable connection technology does it use?
It uses Siemens FastConnect insulation-piercing technology for tool-free, error-free assembly without stripping wires.
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