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Product description

With software level 5.3, Siemens 6FC5270-5BX30-3AH0 bundles the CNC system software for a SINUMERIK-840D-NCU on a pluggable PC Card. The designation 12-5 stands for the variant with twelve axes and five channels. As a Plus version, it includes software-level-specific additional functions from package T01. This execution is designated as standard version and single license; separately, Siemens offers its own export and update variants with different order numbers. Within the 840D, the NCU handles central NC and PLC processing. It executes NC programs and maintains communication with peripherals. The NC CPU processes the NC program, while the integrated PLC CPU supports machine control. Peripheral communication is also part of the NCU's task. The system program resides on the PCMCIA memory card, which is plugged directly into the NCU. For the 6FC5270-BX30-AH family, the Siemens system overview lists combinations with NCU 572.3 and NCU 573.3. Consequently, this card is technically classified as a software and license carrier, not as a separate control CPU. The NCU card slot processes standard PCMCIA flash cards of Type II with up to 8 MB storage capacity. A Type II PC Card measures 85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm according to standards; for this item number, a net weight of approximately 0.07 kg is listed. The compact card contains the NC system program and thus forms the software-based starting point for the documented axis and channel configuration. For technical classification, it is important to distinguish between the full MLFB, the software level, the standard version, the license model, and the T01 designation. Related 6FC5270 variants may carry different software levels, export designations, axis counts, or update licenses. These features make 6FC5270-5BX30-3AH0 uniquely identifiable within older SINUMERIK-840D system software.

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Manufacturer Siemens
Product Series SINUMERIK 840D
Manufacturer/Order/ID Number 6FC5270-5BX30-3AH0
Device Type CNC System Software on PC Card
Device Platform SINUMERIK 840D
Channel and Axis Capacity 12 Axes / 5 Channels
Function Package Plus with software-level-specific additional functions T01
System Function / Software Level 5.3
Design / Version Standard
Function License Single License
Storage Medium PCMCIA PC Card
Memory Card / PC Card Type Type II
Card Interface 68-pin PCMCIA Interface
Device Assignment NCU 572.3 and NCU 573.3
Storage Capacity of NCU Card Slot Flash cards up to 8 MB
Module Role Storage carrier for the NC system program
Dimensions 85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm
Weight approx. 0.07 kg
Control cabinet with PLC modules and automation components
Industrial production environment

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Which software variant does Siemens 6FC5270-5BX30-3AH0 designate?

The designation stands for SINUMERIK-840D-CNC system software 12-5 Plus: twelve axes, five channels, software-level-specific additional functions T01 and software level 5.3.

On which medium is the system software provided?

The NC system program is located on a Type II PCMCIA PC Card, which is plugged into the card slot of the NCU.

What applies if an item develops a defect within 14 days?

For the condition categories “Used, removed from an installation” and “New, old stock”, the contractual 14-day right of return in the event of a defect applies. The defect must occur within 14 calendar days after delivery and be reported in text form within the same period.

In particular, the REHA tamper-evident seal must remain fully intact and our RMA approval is required before return. In an accepted case, we decide between replacement and refund. Details in Section 11 of the Terms.

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