Programmable Logic Controller Guide: Selection, Application, and Maintenance for Engineers
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The Siemens 6ES7234-4HE32-0XB0 is a SIMATIC S7-1200 SM 1234 combined analog I/O module with 4 inputs at 12-bit + sign (13-bit ADC) and 2 outputs at 14-bit (voltage) or 13-bit (current) resolution. Inputs accept +/-10 V, +/-5 V, +/-2.5 V, or 0/4-20 mA; outputs deliver +/-10 V or 0/4-20 mA.
Combining 4 inputs and 2 outputs on one module saves a slot compared to separate SM 1231/SM 1232 modules when a station needs both -- the trade-off is losing that flexibility if the input or output channel count doesn't match the fixed 4/2 split. The 100 m shielded cable length reflects the S7-1200's local-I/O design; for field devices further away, route through a distributed ET 200SP or ET 200MP station instead. Output resolution differs by type -- 14-bit for voltage, 13-bit for current -- which matters when specifying the closed-loop control precision an application needs from this module's analog outputs.
Mixed analog measurement and control on compact SIMATIC S7-1200 machines, combining temperature or pressure sensing with a proportional valve or VFD speed reference output from a single module.
| Product type designation | SM 1234, AI 4x13 bit/AQ 2x14 bit |
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| Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
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| Current consumption, typ. | 60 mA |
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| from backplane bus 5 V DC, typ. | 80 mA |
| Part number | 6ES7234-4HE32-0XB0 |
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| Type designation | SM 1234, AI 4x13 bit/AQ 2x14 bit |
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
| EAN | 6940408102071 |
| ETIM class | EC001420 |
| eCl@ss | 27242201 |
| Power loss, typ. | 2 W |
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| Number of analog inputs | 4; Current or voltage differential inputs |
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| permissible input voltage for voltage input (destruction limit), max. | 35 V |
| permissible input current for current input (destruction limit), max. | 40 mA |
| Cycle time (all channels) max. | 625 µs |
| Input ranges: Voltage | Yes; ±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V |
| Input ranges: Current | Yes; 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: -10 V to +10 V | Yes |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: Input resistance (-10 V to +10 V) | ≥9 MOhm |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: -2.5 V to +2.5 V | Yes |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: Input resistance (-2.5 V to +2.5 V) | ≥9 MOhm |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: -5 V to +5 V | Yes |
| Input ranges (rated values), voltages: Input resistance (-5 V to +5 V) | ≥9 MOhm |
| Input ranges (rated values), currents: 0 to 20 mA | Yes |
| Input ranges (rated values), currents: Input resistance (0 to 20 mA) | 280 Ω |
| Input ranges (rated values), currents: 4 mA to 20 mA | Yes |
| 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 |
| Output ranges, current: 4 mA 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 |
| Measurement principle | Differential |
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| Integration and conversion time/resolution per channel: Resolution with overrange (bit including sign), max. | 12 bit; + sign |
| Integration and conversion time/resolution per channel: Integration time, parameterizable | Yes |
| Integration and conversion time/resolution per channel: Interference voltage suppression for interference frequency f1 in Hz | 40 dB, DC to 60 V for interference frequency 50 / 60 Hz |
| Smoothing of measured values: parameterizable | Yes |
| Smoothing of measured values: Step: None | Yes |
| Smoothing of measured values: Step: low | Yes |
| Smoothing of measured values: Step: Medium | Yes |
| Smoothing of measured values: Step: High | Yes |
| 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 input range), (+/-) | 25 °C ±0.1%, to 55 °C ±0.2% total measurement range |
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| Temperature error (relative to output range), (+/-) | 25 °C ±0.3%, to 55 °C ±0.6% total measurement range |
| Basic error limit (operational limit at 25 °C): Voltage, relative to input range, (+/-) | 0.1 % |
| Basic error limit (operational limit at 25 °C): Current, relative to input range, (+/-) | 0.1 % |
| 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 inputs | Yes |
| Diagnostics indication LED: for status of the outputs | Yes |
| Diagnostics indication LED: for maintenance | Yes |
| Potential separation analog outputs: between the channels and the power supply of the electronics | No |
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| 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] | 43.1 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (during production) [CO2 eq] | 7.62 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (during operation) [CO2 eq] | 36 kg |
| Ecological footprint: global warming potential, (after end of life cycle) [CO2 eq] | -0.544 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. | 220 g |
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| Net weight | 0.179 kg |
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| Country of origin | CN |
| Shipping weight | 0.679 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 12 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 1234, AI 4x13 bit/AQ 2x14 bit is 24 V AC.
The tariff (HS) code on file for SM 1234, AI 4x13 bit/AQ 2x14 bit is 85389091.
The EAN (GTIN) of SM 1234, AI 4x13 bit/AQ 2x14 bit is 6940408102071.
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