An EDZ file typically contains:
Manual drawing inevitably introduces errors—misplaced connection points, incorrect terminal designations, or forgotten components. Standardized macros dramatically reduce these risks. When you insert a Siemens LOGO! macro, the correct connection relationships and component parameters are already pre-defined, ensuring consistency and accuracy across your entire documentation.
Generate an internal mapping (exportable as CSV) between:
With the macro border in place and properties configured: Siemens Logo Eplan P8 Macro
If you can't locate the macro via the standard search or by using the typical download manager, try changing the "article number" slightly. For example, if you have a specialized SIPLUS variant like 6AG1052-1CC08-7BA1 , use the core base article number 6ED1052-1CC08-0BA1 in your search, as the macro data is often identical for these product families.
Search for "LOGO! EPLAN macros" or your specific MLFB part number.
Siemens provides comprehensive EPLAN data packages for their devices. Searching the Siemens SIOS portal for "LOGO! EPLAN P8" will provide zipped library files containing all current device macros. Importing and Using Macros in EPLAN P8 An EDZ file typically contains: Manual drawing inevitably
Understanding some key technical points will ensure your macro works flawlessly.
Since the LOGO! is a modular system, you must often combine several distinct macros to represent the physical hardware correctly. 1. Acquiring the Official Macros
: Ensure the variant selected matches your hardware generation (e.g., LOGO! 8.3 vs LOGO! 8.4), as terminal layouts sometimes change slightly between product life cycles. Search for "LOGO
: If you need to rename inputs (e.g., I1, I2) or outputs (e.g., Q1, Q2), open the Macro Project , modify the connection point properties, and then use the Update Macro command to sync changes to your schematic.
Siemens LOGO! macros typically come as a "PLC Box." When you place it, EPLAN recognizes the inputs (I1, I2, etc.) and outputs (Q1, Q2, etc.) as logic elements. You can then use the "PLC Navigator" to manage these addresses across different schematic pages. Best Practices for LOGO! 8 Documentation
When downloading Siemens macros, you will frequently encounter the file format. EDZ stands for EPLAN Data Archive Zipped , and it serves as a container that bundles all related component data into a single compressed archive.