Programmable Logic Controller Guide: Selection, Application, and Maintenance for Engineers
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The Siemens 6ES7232-4HB32-0XB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200 SM 1232 analog output module with 2 channels, each selectable as -10 V to +10 V voltage or 0 to 20 mA current output. Voltage outputs resolve to 14 bits and current outputs to 13 bits, with a basic error limit of ±0.3% at 25 °C on both ranges.
Two independently configurable channels let this module drive one voltage and one current reference simultaneously, for example a 0-10 V setpoint to one drive and a 0-20 mA signal to a positioner, without needing two separate single-range modules. The 14-bit voltage / 13-bit current resolution and ±0.3% basic error limit are adequate for standard process setpoints; applications needing tighter accuracy across temperature swings should budget for the additional temperature error specified above 25 °C. Because the current output range is fixed to 0-20 mA rather than 4-20 mA, a downstream device expecting live-zero 4-20 mA needs the offset applied in the PLC program or an external signal conditioner.
Analog setpoint output for variable frequency drives, control valve positioners, and process instrumentation loops connected to an S7-1200 CPU.
| Product type designation | SM 1232, AQ 2x14 bit |
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| Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
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| Current consumption, typ. | 45 mA |
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| from backplane bus 5 V DC, typ. | 80 mA |
| Part number | 6ES7232-4HB32-0XB0 |
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| Type designation | SM 1232, AQ 2x14 bit |
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
| EAN | 6940408102057 |
| ETIM class | EC001420 |
| eCl@ss | 27242201 |
| Power loss, typ. | 1.5 W |
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| Number of analog outputs | 2; Current or voltage |
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| Output ranges, voltage: -10 V to +10 V | Yes |
| Output ranges, current: 0 to 20 mA | Yes |
| Load impedance (in rated range of output): with voltage outputs, min. | 1 000 Ω |
| Load impedance (in rated range of output): with current outputs, max. | 600 Ω |
| Cable length: shielded, max. | 100 m; shielded, twisted pair |
| Integration and conversion time/resolution per channel: Resolution with overrange (bit including sign), max. | 14 bit; Voltage: 14 bit; Current : 13 bit |
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| Temperature error (relative to output range), (+/-) | 25 °C ±0.3%, to 55 °C ±0.6% total measurement range |
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| Basic error limit (operational limit at 25 °C): Voltage, relative to output range, (+/-) | 0.3 % |
| Basic error limit (operational limit at 25 °C): Current, relative to output range, (+/-) | 0.3 % |
| Interference voltage suppression for f = n x (f1 +/- 1 %), f1 = interference frequency: Common mode voltage, max. | 12 V |
| Alarms | Yes |
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| Diagnostics function | Yes |
| Alarms: Diagnostic alarm | Yes |
| Diagnoses: Monitoring the supply voltage | Yes |
| Diagnoses: Wire break | Yes |
| Diagnoses: Short-circuit | Yes |
| Diagnostics indication LED: for status of the outputs | Yes |
| Diagnostics indication LED: for maintenance | Yes |
| IP degree of protection | IP20 |
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| CE mark | Yes |
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| CSA approval | Yes |
| UL approval | Yes |
| cULus | Yes |
| FM approval | Yes |
| RCM (formerly C-TICK) | Yes |
| KC approval | Yes |
| Marine approval | Yes |
| Ecological footprint: environmental product declaration Global warming potential | Yes |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (total) [CO2 eq] | 36.4 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (during production) [CO2 eq] | 7.46 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (during operation) [CO2 eq] | 29.1 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (after end of life cycle) [CO2 eq] | -0.18 kg |
| Free fall: Fall height, max. | 0.3 m; five times, in product package |
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| Ambient temperature during operation: min. | -20 °C |
| Ambient temperature during operation: max. | 60 °C |
| Ambient temperature during operation: horizontal installation, min. | -20 °C |
| Ambient temperature during operation: vertical installation, min. | -20 °C |
| Ambient temperature during storage/transportation: min. | -40 °C |
| Ambient temperature during storage/transportation: max. | 70 °C |
| Air pressure acc. to IEC 60068-2-13: Operation, min. | 795 hPa |
| Air pressure acc. to IEC 60068-2-13: Operation, max. | 1 080 hPa |
| Air pressure acc. to IEC 60068-2-13: Storage/transport, min. | 660 hPa |
| Air pressure acc. to IEC 60068-2-13: Storage/transport, max. | 1 080 hPa |
| Relative humidity: Operation at 25 ℃ without condensation, max. | 95 % |
| Pollutant concentrations: SO2 at RH < 60% without condensation | S02: < 0.5 ppm; H2S: < 0.1 ppm; RH < 60 % condensation-free |
| required front connector | Yes |
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| Enclosure material (front): Plastic | Yes |
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| Width | 45 mm |
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| Height | 100 mm |
| Depth | 75 mm |
| Weight, approx. | 180 g |
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| eClass | 16 27-24-22-01 |
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| ETIM | 10 EC001420 |
| IDEA | 4 3562 |
| UNSPSC | 15 32-15-17-05 |
| Miscellaneous Manufacturer Declara- Metrological Approval tion | For use in hazard- |
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| General Product Approval EMV | ous locations |
| Net weight | 0.149 kg |
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| Country of origin | CN |
| Shipping weight | 0.649 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 13 Nov |
| Stock | In stock |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 01 Nov 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated operational voltage of SM 1232, AQ 2x14 bit is 24 V AC.
The tariff (HS) code on file for SM 1232, AQ 2x14 bit is 85389091.
The EAN (GTIN) of SM 1232, AQ 2x14 bit is 6940408102057.
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