6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 Siemens S7-400 PID Module | 16-Channel Controller

Product Overview

• Siemens 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 – FM 455 C control module for SIMATIC S7-400
  • 16 analog inputs with thermocouple and Pt100 support
  • 16 analog outputs for precise control signals
  • 16 digital inputs for status monitoring
  • 16 integrated closed-loop controllers
  • 14-bit resolution with overrange capability

Technical Specifications

• Brand & Model
  • Brand: Siemens
  • Model: 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0
  • Product type: FM 455 C Control Module
  • Series: SIMATIC S7-400
• Power Supply
  • Load voltage L+: 24V DC (range 20.4-28.8V)
  • Input current: 440 mA max (370 mA typical)
  • Power loss: 12 W typical, 17.3 W max
• Digital Inputs (16 channels)
  • IEC 61131 Type 2 compliant
  • Signal “0”: -3 to +5V
  • Signal “1”: 13 to 30V
  • Input current: 7 mA typical
  • Shielded cable: 1000 m, unshielded: 600 m
• Analog Inputs (16 channels)
  • Configuration: 16 with thermocouple or 2-wire, 8 with Pt100 or 4-wire
  • Destruction limit voltage: 20V, current: 40 mA
  • Voltage ranges: 0-10V, -1.75 to +11.75V, -80 to +80 mV
  • Current ranges: 0-20mA, 0-23.5mA, -3.5 to +23.5mA, 4-20mA
  • Input resistance: 100kΩ (voltage), 50Ω (current), 10MΩ (mV/TC/Pt100)
  • Thermocouple types: B, J, K, R, S
  • Pt100 resistance thermometer support
  • Temperature compensation: internal or external Pt100
  • Shielded cable length: 200 m (50 m for mV and TC)
• Analog Outputs (16 channels)
  • Voltage ranges: 0-10V, -10 to +10V
  • Current ranges: 0-20mA, -20 to +20mA, 4-20mA
  • Short-circuit protection: Yes
  • Load impedance: voltage ≥1kΩ, current ≤500Ω
  • Settling time: 0.1 ms (resistive), 3.3 ms (capacitive), 0.5 ms (inductive)
• Accuracy & Resolution
  • Resolution: 12 or 14-bit (parameterizable)
  • Basic error (25°C): ±0.4 to ±0.6%
  • Operational error (full range): ±0.6 to ±1%
• Dimensions & Weight
  • Width: 50 mm (1.97 in)
  • Height: 290 mm (11.42 in)
  • Depth: 210 mm (8.27 in)
  • Weight: 1400 g (3.09 lbs)

Expert Review / Manager’s Insight

• The 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 integrates control, analog I/O, and digital I/O in one module.
• This saves rack space and reduces wiring compared to separate modules.
• Use this module for multi-loop temperature, pressure, and flow control applications.
• The 14-bit resolution provides excellent precision for demanding processes.
• Thermocouple support with cold junction compensation simplifies temperature measurement.
• You can configure each of the 16 controllers independently for different tasks.
• Replace hardwired PID controllers with this flexible digital solution.

Typical Applications

• Best suited for
  • Multi-zone temperature control in plastics and food processing
  • Pressure and flow regulation in chemical plants
  • Batch process control with multiple loops
  • Oven and furnace temperature management
  • Test stands requiring precise analog signal generation

Installation & Wiring

• Mounting
  • Install in S7-400 rack (UR1, UR2, UR2-H)
  • Uses 2x 48-pin front connectors
  • Requires two slots width (50 mm)
  • Secure with fixing screws at top and bottom
• Wiring tips
  • Use shielded cables for all analog signals
  • Keep analog wiring separate from digital and power cables
  • For thermocouple connections, use extension wire of the same type
  • Connect Pt100 sensors in 4-wire configuration for best accuracy
  • Ground shields at one end only to avoid ground loops

Compatibility

• Works with
  • Siemens S7-400 CPUs (all versions)
  • STEP 7 software (V5.5 or higher)
  • Thermocouple types B, J, K, R, S
  • Pt100 resistance thermometers (standard)
  • 2-wire and 4-wire transmitters
• Configuration
  • Parameterize via STEP 7 parameter assignment forms
  • Linearization available for thermocouples and Pt100
  • Substitute values can be set for fault conditions

Package Contents

• Includes
  • 1x 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 FM 455 C module
  • 2x 48-pin front connectors (screw type)
  • 1x label strip for channel identification
  • 1x configuration CD with parameter forms

Warranty & Shipping

• 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects
• 12-24 hour dispatch for in-stock items
• Shipping options: FedEx, UPS, DHL

Comparison with Similar Models

• 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 – 16 AI, 16 AO, 16 DI, 16 controllers, 14-bit
• 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 – Compare current model (this page)
• 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 – 16 AI, 8 AO, 16 DI, 8 controllers
• 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 – 8 AI, 8 AO, 8 DI, 8 controllers

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How many controllers can I use with this module?
  • A: The FM 455 C provides 16 independent closed-loop controllers. Each can handle a different process variable.
• Q: What thermocouple types does this module support?
  • A: It supports types B, J, K, R, and S. All include built-in linearization and cold junction compensation.
• Q: Can I mix different input types on one module?
  • A: Yes, you can configure each input individually for voltage, current, thermocouple, or Pt100.
• Q: What is the maximum cable length for thermocouple inputs?
  • A: For thermocouples and 80mV signals, keep cable length under 50 meters for best accuracy.
• Q: How do I set up the PID parameters?
  • A: Use the STEP 7 parameter forms to set gain, integral time, and derivative time for each controller.

Buying Guide & Selection Advice

• Choose 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 if you need 16 loops of control with integrated I/O.
• Need fewer channels? Consider 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0 (8-channel version).
• For pure analog I/O without control, select 6ES7455-0VS00-0AE0.
• Check your sensor types – thermocouple support is built-in for B, J, K, R, S.
• For Pt100 sensors, use 4-wire connection to eliminate lead resistance errors.
• Plan your wiring carefully – this module requires 2x 48-pin connectors.

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