{"product_id":"siemens-simatic-6gf1018-3aa-vision-systems","title":"Siemens SIMATIC 6GF1018-3AA Vision Systems","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e6GF1018-3AA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a SIMATIC VS130 evaluation unit designed for intelligent training capabilities supporting up to 15 different types within machine vision automation applications. Manufactured by Siemens, this unit operates on a 24 VDC power supply at 2.5 A and includes 8 digital inputs and 6 digital outputs for localized signal interfacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e6GF1018-3AA\u003c\/strong\u003e features integrated RS-232 and PROFIBUS-DP communication interfaces to facilitate data exchange with broader industrial automation networks. The unit is housed in an IP40-rated enclosure measuring 15.20 x 7.60 x 17.80 cm (with a component frame size of 170 x 140 x 76 mm) and weighs 0.50 kg. 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