Requirements
2.1 Basics
SM331; AI 8x12 Bit Getting Started part 1: 4 -20mA
2-2 Getting Started, 11/2006, A5E00253410-02
Software STEP7
Quantity Article Order number
1 STEP7 Software version 5.2 or later, installed on the
programming device.
6ES7810-4CC06-0YX0
The following current transducers can be used for the acquisition of analog signals:
Current transducers
Quantity Article Order number
1 2-Wire current transducer depending on the
manufacturer
1 4-Wire current transducer depending on the
manufacturer
Note
This "Getting Started" describes only the application of 4 – 20 mA current transducers in the
2-Wire or 4-Wire model. If you wish to use other transducers, you will need to wire and
configure the SM331 differently.
General tools and materials:
Quantity Article Order number
various M6-bolts and nuts (Length depending on the mounting position) commonly available
1 Screwdriver with 3,5 mm blade commonly available
1 Screwdriver with 4.5 mm blade commonly available
1 Side cutters and wire stripping tools commonly available
1 Tool for crimping wire-end ferrules commonly available
X m Cable for grounding the mounting rail with 10 mm
2
cross-
section, ring terminal with 6.5 mm hole, length appropriate for
local requirements.
commonly available
X m Flexible wire with 1mm
2
diameter with fitting wire end sleeves,
form A in 3 different colors – blue, red and green
commonly available
X m 3-wire power cord (AC 230/120V) with protective contact
socket, length according to local conditions.
commonly available
1 Calibration device (measuring instrument for commissioning,
that can measure and supply current)
depends on the
manufacturer