Safety PLC (SLC) for the Modicon TM5/TM7 safety system. The SLC takes on safety-related functions such as configuration management, parameter management, and execution of the safety-relevant application program. Certified by TÜV Nord for Performance Level PLe according to EN ISO 13849-1 and SIL 3 according to IEC 61508 and IEC 62061. A typical TM5/TM7 safety system includes a controller, an SLC, a Modicon TM5 SERCOS III bus coupler, and TM5/TM7 safety modules. The I/O safety modules Modicon TM5/TM7 are connected to the SLC via the SERCOS III bus coupler. Up to 100 safety modules can be connected to the SLC. The SLC is compatible with controllers from the Modicon M262 and PacDrive product lines with SERCOS III interface. A USB stick is required for operation. This is used for storing the program, parameters, and system configuration. The USB stick is not included and must be ordered separately. Two integrated shielded RJ45 ports (100 Mbit/s) for connecting the SERCOS III bus. The cycle time can be set to 1, 2, and 4 ms. A slot for a USB stick. The power supply operates at 24 VDC. Programming and configuration are done using the EcoStruxure Machine Expert software and the EcoStruxure Machine Expert - Safety add-on. Designed with protection class IP21. Dimensions (W x H x D) 87.5 x 99 x 75 mm. Operating temperature range from 0 °C to +55 °C. Mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail.