Siemens Industrial Automation

6ES7551-1AB00-0AB0

6ES7551-1AB00-0AB0 Siemens TM PosInput 2 module with 2 counters, 2 channels, RS-422 and SSI encoder support, 24 V supply, and firmware V1.3. Contact us to verify this legacy part.

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Product Code
6ES7551-1AB00-0AB0
Dimensions
19.4 × 16.1 × 5 cm
Weight
0.443 kg
Lifecycle
Start of final year of support
Availability
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Lead Time
Confirmed with quotation
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Product Description

Key Features

  • TM PosInput 2 identity: SIMATIC S7-1500 TM PosInput 2 module for counter and position detection.
  • Encoder interfaces: Supports RS-422 incremental encoders and SSI absolute encoders; TTL 5 V is supported for push-pull encoders only.
  • Channels and I/O: 2 channels, 4 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs total; 2 inputs and 2 outputs per channel.
  • Counter performance: 2 counters with counting frequency up to 4 MHz with quadruple evaluation.
  • Supply and mounting: Rated load voltage: 24 V DC; permissible range: 19.2 V to 28.8 V. Rail mounting on an S7-1500 mounting rail.
  • Firmware and lifecycle data: Firmware version V1.3; firmware update possible. Product lifecycle: Start of final year of support.

Applications

  • Counter operation: The module supports continuous counting, hardware and software gates, event-controlled stop, and synchronization via digital input.
  • Position detection: The module supports incremental and absolute position acquisition and is suitable for S7-1500 Motion Control.
  • Measurement functions: The module supports frequency, cycle duration, and velocity measurement with parameterizable measuring time.

Technical Summary

Product type TM PosInput 2
Channels 2
Encoder support RS-422 incremental encoder; SSI absolute encoder
Counters 2
Counting frequency, max. 4 MHz; with quadruple evaluation
Digital inputs 4; 2 per channel
Digital outputs 4; 2 per channel
Load voltage L+, rated value 24 V DC
Firmware version V1.3
Rail mounting Yes; S7-1500 mounting rail
Product lifecycle Start of final year of support

Frequently Asked Questions

Which encoder interfaces should be confirmed for 6ES7551-1AB00-0AB0?

Confirm whether the installed configuration uses an RS-422 incremental encoder or an SSI absolute encoder. TTL 5 V is supported for push-pull encoders only.

What firmware version is supplied for 6ES7551-1AB00-0AB0?

The supplied firmware version is V1.3, and firmware update is possible.

What lifecycle information is available for this Siemens module?

The product lifecycle data states: Start of final year of support. Confirm the requested quantity, destination, and condition preference for the part request.

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