Create a new blank page. Insert your macro (Insert > Macro). Wire a 24V power supply to L+ and M. Add a pushbutton to I1. Add a pilot light to Q1. Run a wire check. EPLAN should show 0 errors.
The "proper story" for the Siemens LOGO! Eplan P8 Macro is that official macros for the LOGO! series (unlike the S7-1500 or Sinamics series) are often harder to find in a single download package. The most reliable way to get the latest, official macro data is via the Siemens CAx Download Manager, which generates a custom package for you in the .edz format. Where to Find Them
CAx Download Manager: The gold standard. You enter your specific LOGO! part number (e.g., 6ED1052-1FB08-0BA1), select "EPLAN electric P8 macros", and Siemens will compile an .edz file containing the macros, connection diagrams, and 3D data.
EPLAN Data Portal: If you have a subscription, most LOGO! 8 and older modules are available directly for drag-and-drop within the EPLAN environment.
Siemens Image Database: Useful for finding specific 2D/3D graphics and dimension drawings if the CAx manager is down. How to Import & Use (.edz Files)
Since EPLAN version 2.2, the .edz import tool is built-in. You do not need a separate plugin.
Import: Go to Utilities > Parts > Import. Choose the file type "EPLAN Data Portal exchange format (*.edz)" and select your downloaded file.
Placement: Once imported, the LOGO! will appear in your Parts Management. When you drag it into a schematic, EPLAN will automatically pull the associated .ema (window macro) or .ems (symbol macro) file.
Variants: Most Siemens macros include multiple variants (e.g., Variant A for multi-line schematics, Variant B for overview/bus diagrams). Press Tab while placing the macro to cycle through these. Pro Tips for LOGO! Macros Siemens LOGO macros for Eplan
The Siemens LOGO! EPLAN P8 Macro is a vital digital asset for electrical engineers that bridges the gap between hardware selection and schematic design. It allows for the rapid integration of Siemens LOGO! logic modules into EPLAN Electric P8 projects by providing pre-configured symbols, connection points, and technical data. Key Features and Performance
Standardized Device Data: Macros typically come in the .edz (EPLAN Data Archived Zipped) format, which bundles product master data, 2D/3D macros, and manufacturing information into a single file.
Variant Management: A single macro file can contain multiple variants (e.g., A-Z), allowing you to switch between different views (multi-line, 3D, overview) or mounting orientations using the Tab key.
Automated Documentation: By using these macros, users can automatically generate Bill of Materials (BOMs), terminal diagrams, and cabling plans, which significantly reduces manual entry errors.
Integration Support: Recent updates from Siemens and EPLAN have improved data interoperability, allowing for seamless exchange between the TIA Selection Tool, TIA Portal, and EPLAN. Pros and Cons Eplan Electric P8: More than ECAD
For Siemens LOGO! modules in EPLAN Electric P8, macros are typically provided in the .EDZ (EPLAN Data Archive Zipped) format. These files contain comprehensive data including the part number, macros (window/symbol), images, and manuals to ensure accurate electrical planning. Where to Find Siemens LOGO! Macros
You can access official macros through these primary Siemens platforms:
Siemens SiePortal / Industry Online Support: Search for your specific LOGO! part number (e.g., 6ED1052-1FB08-0BA1) on the Siemens Industry Online Support and look for the CAx data or e-plan icon.
CAx Download Manager: This tool allows you to create a list of products by their MLFB (Order Number) and request the corresponding EPLAN Electric P8 macros in .EDZ format.
EPLAN Data Portal: Integrated directly into EPLAN, you can search and download Siemens master data and macros if you have an active EPLAN Data Portal subscription. How to Import and Use the Macro Siemens EPLAN Macros
To obtain and use a Siemens LOGO! EPLAN P8 macro , you typically download an
file from Siemens official portals and import it into your EPLAN database. 1. Where to Find LOGO! Macros CAx Download Manager
: This is the primary official source. You can create a download list by entering the specific Siemens order numbers (MLFBs) for your LOGO! modules and selecting "EPLAN electric P8 macros (edz exchange format)". Siemens Industry Image Database
: A more direct alternative for single devices where you can search by article number to find photos, graphics, and CAx data. EPLAN Data Portal
: Integrated directly within EPLAN, this allows you to search for and drag-and-drop Siemens parts into your project. Siemens SiePortal 2. How to Import and Use the Macro Download the EDZ file : Ensure you have the file from the Siemens SiePortal Import to EPLAN
: In EPLAN Electric P8, go to the parts database and use the "e-plan data portal exchange format" import option. Select the downloaded
file to add the part, macros, and technical data to your library. Insert into Schematic
: Drag the macro from your library into the graphical editor. It will appear as a symbol with predefined terminal connections and properties. Edit if Necessary : If the macro is protected, you can right-click and select Edit > Other > Ungroup to modify individual elements. Siemens SiePortal 3. Key Tips for LOGO! Standard Parts
: For "SIPLUS" (ruggedized) versions of LOGO!, official macros are often not available. Use the standard part number (e.g., 6ED1052-1CC08-0BA1) instead to find the compatible macro. Functionality
: Official macros include product master data, all-pole representation, PLC connections, and even 3D models for Pro Panel cabinet design. Siemens SiePortal Eplan - SiePortal - Siemens
| Family | Examples | |--------|----------| | Standard | LOGO! 8 (6ED1052-1MD08-0BA1, 6ED1052-1HB08-0BA1) | | Economy | LOGO! 8.2 (6ED1052-2MD08-0BA1) | | With Ethernet | LOGO! 8.3 (6ED1052-2MD08-0BA2) | | Expansion modules | DM8, DM16, AM2, AM6 |
A macro in EPLAN serves as a container for standardized design elements. When designing with Siemens LOGO!, macros provide several distinct advantages:
The worst part of EPLAN is manually linking your schematic symbols to the PLC addresses (e.g., "I1" to "LOGO! Input 1"). When you build a macro correctly, the addressing schema is baked in. You drop the macro, and EPLAN already knows that the top left contact is address I1.
Use EPLAN’s symbol library (IEC_symbols). For a LOGO!, you need:
Alternatively, download the Siemens LOGO! EPLAN macro from the official EPLAN Data Portal.
If you’ve ever built a control panel, you know the drill. You spend hours drawing the same basic 8/12/24V supply rails, painstakingly placing terminals, and wiring up that little smart relay. Then, you do it again on the next project. And the next.
If you are using EPLAN P8, there is a faster way to handle the ubiquitous Siemens LOGO! series: Macros.
Let’s talk about why using a pre-built EPLAN macro for the Siemens LOGO! isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a productivity game-changer.
When the macro includes the exact Siemens order number (e.g., 6ED1052-1MD08-0BA1), the project’s parts list automatically populates. Purchasing gets the right LOGO! variant, not a guess.