Title: Siemens SIMATIC S5 6ES5460-4UA12 Analog Input Module for Industrial Automation

Product Overview:
The Siemens SIMATIC S5 6ES5460-4UA12 is a high-performance, 4-channel analog input module meticulously engineered for seamless integration into Siemens SIMATIC S5 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems. This essential component serves as the bridge between the physical world of analog sensors and the digital processing capabilities of your PLC, converting continuous analog signals (such as voltage or current from temperature, pressure, or flow sensors) into precise digital values. Designed for robust operation in demanding industrial environments, the 6ES5460-4UA12 ensures accurate data acquisition, enabling superior process control, monitoring, and automation across a wide range of applications. Its reliability and precision make it an indispensable asset for engineers and technicians seeking to optimize their industrial processes and enhance system performance.

Key Features & Benefits:

High-Precision Analog-to-Digital Conversion: Delivers accurate and reliable conversion of analog signals, ensuring precise data for critical process control.
Four Independent Input Channels: Provides versatile connectivity for multiple analog sensors, maximizing system efficiency and reducing the need for additional modules.
Wide Range of Input Signal Compatibility: Supports common industrial analog signals including voltage (e.g., +/-10V, 0-10V) and current (e.g., 0-20mA, 4-20mA), offering flexibility for diverse sensor types.
Excellent Resolution: Features a 12-bit plus sign (13-bit) resolution, capturing fine variations in analog signals for enhanced measurement accuracy.
Robust Industrial Design: Built to withstand harsh operating conditions, including temperature fluctuations, vibrations, and electrical noise, ensuring long-term reliability and minimal downtime.
Seamless SIMATIC S5 Integration: Specifically designed for compatibility with various Siemens SIMATIC S5 PLC series (e.g., S5-90U, S5-95U, S5-100U, S5-115U, S5-135U, S5-155U), facilitating straightforward installation and configuration.
Enhanced Process Monitoring: Enables real-time data acquisition from critical process variables, empowering operators with comprehensive insights for informed decision-making.
Improved System Control: Provides the necessary input data for sophisticated control algorithms, leading to optimized production processes and improved product quality.
Galvanic Isolation: Offers protection against electrical interference and ground loops, ensuring signal integrity and system stability in complex industrial setups.

Applications:

Industrial Process Control: Essential for managing and monitoring variables in chemical plants, food and beverage production, water treatment facilities, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Factory Automation: Used in automated assembly lines, robotics, and machine control systems for precise sensor data acquisition.
Energy Management Systems: Monitors power consumption, voltage levels, and other energy-related parameters in industrial and commercial buildings.
Building Management Systems (BMS): Integrates with HVAC systems, lighting controls, and security systems to monitor environmental conditions.
Data Acquisition Systems (DAS): Collects real-time data from various sensors for analysis, reporting, and historical trending in research and development or quality control.
SCADA Systems: Provides critical analog input data for supervisory control and data acquisition systems, enabling centralized monitoring and control of large-scale industrial operations.
Test and Measurement: Utilized in industrial testing setups for accurate measurement of physical parameters.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number: 6ES5460-4UA12
Alternative Part Number: 6ES5 460 4UA12
Module Type: Analog Input Module
Number of Channels: 4 Channels
Input Signal Ranges (Voltage): +/-10V, 0-10V, +/-5V, 0-5V
Input Signal Ranges (Current): 0-20mA, 4-20mA
Resolution: 12-bit + sign (13-bit)
Conversion Time: Approximately 1.5 ms per channel
Operating Voltage: 24V DC (supplied via backplane bus)
Current Consumption: Approximately 100 mA from 5V DC backplane
Galvanic Isolation: Yes, between channels and backplane
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions (WxHxD): Approximately 25 mm x 125 mm x 117 mm
Weight: 0.35 kg (0.77 lbs)
Compatibility: Siemens SIMATIC S5 PLC systems (e.g., S5-90U, S5-95U, S5-100U, S5-115U, S5-135U, S5-155U)