The Siemens SIMATIC S5 470 Analog Output Module, designated as 6ES5470-8MA12, is a robust industrial automation component engineered for high-precision analog signal generation. Designed for the legacy SIMATIC S5 platform, this module delivers eight independent analog outputs with 12-bit resolution, making it suitable for controlling actuators, valves, and drives in continuous process environments. The module features galvanic isolation per channel to suppress electromagnetic interference, ensuring stable output signals even in harsh factory floors. Its compact form factor and screw-type terminal block simplify installation and maintenance, while compatibility with S5-115U, S5-135U, and S5-155U CPUs ensures seamless integration into existing systems. Below are the detailed technical specifications derived from industry knowledge and standard Siemens documentation.
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Model Number |
6ES5470-8MA12 |
| Product Type |
Analog Output Module |
| Number of Outputs |
8 |
| Resolution |
12 bits (4096 steps) |
| Output Voltage Ranges |
0 to 10 V, ±10 V |
| Output Current Ranges |
0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA |
| Load Impedance (Voltage Output) |
Min. 2 kΩ |
| Load Impedance (Current Output) |
Max. 500 Ω |
| Galvanic Isolation |
Between channels and backplane bus (500 VAC test voltage) |
| Conversion Time |
Approx. 1 ms per channel (all channels updated sequentially) |
| Linearity Error |
±0.05% of full scale |
| Temperature Drift |
±0.01% / °C |
| Operating Voltage |
24 V DC (via backplane bus or external supply) |
| Power Consumption |
Typ. 5 W |
| Backplane Current Draw |
Max. 250 mA (from 5 V bus) |
| Connection Method |
Screw terminal, 20-pin front connector |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
40 mm x 125 mm x 115 mm (approx.) |
| Weight |
Approx. 200 g |
| Ambient Temperature (Operation) |
0 °C to +55 °C |
| Ambient Temperature (Storage) |
-40 °C to +70 °C |
| Relative Humidity |
5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Protection Class |
IP20 |
| Certifications |
CE, UL, CSA (typical for S5 modules) |
| Compatible CPUs |
S5-115U, S5-135U, S5-155U |
| Typical Applications |
Process control, valve positioning, motor speed control, signal conditioning |
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