6ES7463-2AA00-0AA0 Siemens Legacy System Gateway Module
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Gateway to Legacy Systems: Connect S7-400 to S5 I/O
Bridge the gap between modern and legacy automation with the Siemens 6ES7463-2AA00-0AA0 IM 463-2. This specialized interface module allows your advanced S7-400 PLC to control existing SIMATIC S5 expansion racks located up to 600 meters away. Protect your investment in older I/O modules while upgrading your central controller.
Complete Technical Specifications
Brand: Siemens
Primary System: SIMATIC S7-400 (Host)
Target System: SIMATIC S5 Expansion (via IM 314)
Module Designation: Transmitter Interface Module IM 463-2
Full Article Number: 6ES7463-2AA00-0AA0
Primary Function: Distributed connection from S7-400 to S5 expansion units.
Maximum Cable Distance: Up to 600 meters.
Power from S7-400 Backplane: 5V DC, max. 1,320 mA.
Required in S5 Rack: IM 314 Interface Module.
Module Dimensions: 25 mm (W) x 290 mm (H) x 217 mm (D).
Weight: Approximately 360 grams.
Installation & System Architecture
Install the IM 463-2 into your S7-400 central or expansion rack. In the remote location, ensure your SIMATIC S5 expansion rack is equipped with an IM 314 interface module. Connect the two using a specialized fiber-optic or coaxial cable (ordered separately, depending on version). The S7-400 CPU will address the S5 I/O modules as if they were part of its own I/O address area, allowing for integrated control.
Warranty & Shipping
This interface solution is covered by our standard 12-month warranty. We ship quickly and reliably using FedEx, UPS, and DHL.
Expert FAQs
Q: What types of S5 modules can I connect with the IM 463-2?
A> You can connect S5-115U, S5-135U, and S5-155U expansion units that use the IM 314 interface module. It supports digital and analog I/O modules from those systems.
Q: What cables are required for the connection?
A> Depending on the specific IM 463-2/IM 314 versions, you need either a fiber-optic cable (for longer distances and noise immunity) or a coaxial cable. The exact part number (e.g., 6ES5764-..) must be selected based on your modules.
Q: How is the I/O from the S5 rack addressed in the S7-400 program?
A> The addresses are configured in the S7-400 hardware configuration (STEP 7). You assign a dedicated I/O area that maps directly to the modules in the S5 rack.
Q: What is the performance like compared to native S7-400 I/O?
A> The I/O update time will be slower due to the serial communication over a long distance. It is suitable for process I/O but not for ultra-fast, time-critical signals.
Q: Can I connect multiple S5 racks to one IM 463-2?
A> Yes. The IM 463-2 can connect to multiple S5 expansion units in a chain (via the IM 314 modules), up to the maximum configured distance.
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