USBPPI cable (6ES7 9013DB300XA0 / MPI(3DB30)) — USB to PPI/MPI programming and communication cable for Siemens S7200 PLCs Key benefits Connects a PC's USB port to Siemens S7200 PLCs for programming, downloading and realtime communication. Eliminates the need for legacy serial ports or adapter boxes; simplifies firmware updates, program downloads and diagnostics. Compact, easytouse solution that integrates with standard Siemens PPI/MPI workflows and programming tools. What this cable does Provides a direct USBtoPPI/MPI communication link for S7200 PLC programming and service. Supports program download/upload, online monitoring, troubleshooting and data exchange between PC software and PLC. Identifies as a dedicated download/communication line compatible with the Siemens 6ES7 9013DB300XA0 (MPI 3DB30) interface. Key attributes Functionality: USB to PPI/MPI conversion for programming, commissioning and monitoring of S7200 controllers. Compatibility: Designed for Siemens S7200 series PLCs and systems that use the 6ES7 9013DB300XA0/MPI(3DB30) interface. Works with standard Siemens programming environments that use PPI/MPI communications. Connector types: USB connector on the PC side and the matching MPI/PPI connector for S7200 on the PLC side (MPI/3DB30 form factor). Construction and durability: Built for repeated field use with a flexible, insulated cable and secure molded connectors to withstand regular connection and disconnection. Size and portability: Compact and lightweight for easy transport and use in control cabinets, workshops and field sites. Performance: Provides stable, lowlatency communication suitable for programming, diagnostics and live monitoring sessions. Typical applications / use cases Commissioning and programming: Download ladder logic and user programs to S7200 PLCs from a laptop during machine setup or factory commissioning. Troubleshooting and maintenance: Perform online diagnostics, monitor variables in real time and upload fault logs during machine servicing or downtime reduction efforts. Software development and testing: Use in development environments to test program changes, simulate operation and validate logic before deploying to production. User guidance (concise) Connect the USB end to the PC and the MPI/PPI end to the S7200 PLC communication port. Use the standard Siemens programming software that supports PPI/MPI communication for downloads, monitoring and diagnostics. Ensure correct COM port or driver settings in your programming environment if prompted by the software. Model and identification Product identified as USBPPI for S7200 programming with the Siemens part reference 6ES7 9013DB300XA0 (MPI 3DB30). Designed specifically as a download/communication line for S7200 PLCs. Why choose this cable Purposebuilt for S7200 PPI/MPI communications, it removes compatibility guesswork and provides a straightforward connection path between modern laptops and legacy PLC hardware. Practical for technicians, integrators and engineers who regularly program, service or test Siemens S7200 systems. Compatibility note Intended for use with Siemens S7200 PLCs and programming environments that utilize PPI/MPI communication via the 6ES7 9013DB300XA0 interface. Verify your PLC model's communication port matches the MPI/PPI connector before .