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Siemens 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 SIMATIC S7-1200 CP 1242-7 GSM GPRS Communication Processor

SIMATIC S7-1200 · CP 1242-7

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0

The 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 is a Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 communication processor for GSM/GPRS remote communication with SMS support.

WIRELESSGSM/GPRS

GPRS UPLINK43 kbit/s

GPRS DOWNLINK86 kbit/s

ANTENNASMA socket

MANUFACTURERSiemens

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SIEMENS ● GSM/GPRS COMMUNICATION PROCESSOR

SIMATIC S7-1200 CP 1242-7

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0

CP 1242-7

GSM/GPRS · SMS

MODULE ROLE

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200 communication processor for remote data transmission over GSM/GPRS networks, with SMS support and one external antenna connection.

CONFIGURATION NOTE

For 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0, Siemens specifies GSM/GPRS operation at 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, a SIM-card slot, SMA antenna socket and external 24 V DC supply; verify national approvals and mobile-network availability.

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ORDER NUMBER BREAKDOWN

How the order number identifies this module

6GK7242

Product familySIMATIC S7-1200
GPRS PROCESSOR

7KX30

CP 1242-7

0XE0

Order suffix

MANUFACTURER-REFERENCE CHARACTERISTICS

Technical Specifications

SIMATIC S7-1200 ↗

CP 1242-7 GSM/GPRS COMMUNICATION PROCESSOR

Engineering data at a glance

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PACK LENGTH4.0 cm

PACK WIDTH12.0 cm

PACK HEIGHT12.5 cm

NET WEIGHT0.190 kg

Official Siemens product data.

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General Information −

BrandSiemens

Part number6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0

Product typeCP 1242-7 GSM/GPRS Communication Processor

Product familySIMATIC S7-1200

Mounting styleDIN rail

Engineering softwareSTEP 7 in TIA Portal

Wireless Communication ＋

Mobile servicesGSM, GPRS and SMS

Operating bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz

Antenna connection1 SMA socket, 50 ohms

Power and Ordering Data ＋

External supply24 V DC, ±20%

GPRS data rate43 kbit/s uplink; 86 kbit/s downlink

Article generationOriginal CP 1242-7 model

Packaging quantity1 piece

Lifecycle statusLegacy Product

Environment and Certification ＋

Packaging dimensions and net weight: 4.0 cm × 12.0 cm × 12.5 cm; 0.190 kg.

Source: Siemens official SiePortal product data and technical datasheet for 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0.

FAQ

Questions Buyers Ask Most

What is 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 used for?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 connects a remote SIMATIC S7-1200 station through GSM/GPRS for telecontrol, alarm messaging and data exchange where wired networking is unavailable.

Which mobile services does 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 support?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 provides GSM, GPRS and SMS on supported 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz networks.

What GPRS throughput is specified for 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 ?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 supports up to 43 kbit/s uplink and 86 kbit/s downlinkunder compatible mobile-network conditions.

What external connections does 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 require?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 provides one SMA antenna socket, one SIM-card slot and a 3-pole power terminal, so antenna, SIM and 24 V DC supply must be planned.

What are the packaging dimensions and net weight of 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 ?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 uses a compact S7-1200 communication-module format of about 4.0 × 12.0 × 12.5 cm with a published net weight near 0.190 kg.

Is 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 the same as CP 1242-7 V2?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 is the original CP 1242-7 generation; confirm firmware, network support and replacement strategy before ordering.

What information is needed to quote 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 ?＋

6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 should be quoted with the full order number, country and carrier, GSM bands, SIM/APN requirements, antenna, CPU and firmware details, quantity and destination.

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DATA SHEET

Manuals and Official References for
6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0

Official Siemens documentation for the original SIMATIC S7-1200 CP 1242-7 GSM/GPRS communication processor.

SIMATIC S7-1200 CP 1242-7

Siemens official technical documentation for 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0, including GSM/GPRS services, interfaces, power supply and operating bands.

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S7-1200 REMOTE COMMUNICATION RELATIONSHIP

How CP 1242-7 Fits into the SIMATIC S7-1200 System

Siemens is the brand; SIMATIC S7-1200 is the product family; and 6GK7242-7KX30-0XE0 is the original CP 1242-7 GSM/GPRS communication processor.

Siemens · BRAND

SIMATIC S7-1200PLC FAMILY · REMOTE COMMUNICATION

GSM/GPRS PROCESSOR

CP 1242-7

CP 1242-7 adds GSM/GPRS remote communication and SMS capability to a SIMATIC S7-1200 station.

ENGINEERING

STEP 7 in TIA Portal

STEP 7 in TIA Portal and the appropriate telecontrol configuration are used to parameterize the processor and remote data points.

MOBILE NETWORK

GSM/GPRS · SMS

The processor uses a SIM card and external antenna to exchange remote data over supported cellular bands.

System relationship: verify GSM bands, SIM/APN, antenna, 24 V DC supply, firmware, national approvals and carrier availability.

APPLICATION AREAS

Application mind map for the SIMATIC S7-1200 CP 1242-7

Remote Pump StationsReport process values and alarms from infrastructure sites

SMS Alarm MessagingSend event notifications through supported GSM services

APPLICATION CENTER CP 1242-7 GSM/GPRS communication processor

Telecontrol Data TransferExchange configured remote data over GPRS

Sites without Wired EthernetConnect isolated S7-1200 stations through a mobile network

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