Description
Real-World Use & Application Scenarios
The Schneider Electric 140ACI04000 Analog Input Module is a versatile component widely used in industrial automation systems across sectors like manufacturing, water treatment, power distribution, and process control. It is designed to seamlessly integrate into Modicon Quantum PLC systems, where it captures precise analog input signals essential for monitoring temperature, pressure, flow, level, and other key process variables. This module fulfills the need for accurate and reliable data acquisition in environments where real-time control and timely decision-making are critical to operational efficiency and safety. Engineers apply the 140ACI04000 in control systems requiring multi-channel analog input handling, often interfacing with sensors and transmitters providing 4-20 mA or voltage signals, to ensure robust automation and process optimization.
Product Introduction & Positioning
The 140ACI04000 is a 16-channel Analog Input Module within the Schneider Electric Modicon Quantum automation platform. It supports mixed current input signals with flexible address assignment through 17 input words, enabling system integrators to capture a wide range of analog signals with precision. Featuring single pole low pass filtering set at 34 Hz (±25%), the module effectively minimizes noise interference while maintaining fast response times for dynamic control applications. It is engineered with an input impedance of 250 Ohms and an absolute maximum input current of 30 mA, ensuring signal integrity for accurate analog-to-digital conversion. With built-in LED indicators to display channel status and fault detection, the 140ACI04000 offers clear and immediate diagnostics, facilitating faster troubleshooting and system health assessment.
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Key Technical Features & Functional Benefits
The module boasts exceptional accuracy with an absolute accuracy error of ±0.125% of full scale and low linearity error across the operating current ranges (4-20 mA, 0-25 mA, and 0-20 mA). Its temperature drift is minimal at less than 0.0050% of full scale per °C, ensuring stable measurement performance in fluctuating industrial conditions. High common mode rejection (> -90 dB at 60 Hz) and electrical isolation of 1780 VAC between channels and the communication bus contribute to superior noise immunity and safety.
Operating over an ambient temperature range of 0 to 60°C and capable of storage from -40 to 85°C, the 140ACI04000 adapts well to harsh industrial environments. It consumes a modest 5 watts of power and supports altitudes up to 5000 meters, allowing deployment in diverse geographic locations including high-altitude installations. The module’s reliable protection against broken wires within the 4-20 mA range helps maintain system consistency and avoid false readings due to wiring faults.
Detailed Technical Specifications
Parameter | Value |
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Model | 140ACI04000 |
Brand | Schneider Electric |
Product Type | Analog Input Module |
Number of Inputs | 16 |
Input Signal Type | Differential current (4-20 mA, 0-25 mA, 0-20 mA) |
Input Impedance | 250 Ohms |
Absolute Maximum Input | 30 mA |
Accuracy | ±0.125% of full scale |
Linearity Error | ±6 µA max (varies by input range) |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 60°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Relative Humidity | 95% non-condensing |
Power Dissipation | 5 Watts |
Max Operating Altitude | 5000 meters |
Filter Type | Single pole low pass – 3 dB at 34 Hz ±25% |
Communication | Modicon Quantum bus |
Diagnostic LEDs | 16 Channel fault LEDs, 16 Channel status LEDs, External fault LED, Bus communication LED |
Isolation Voltage | 1780 VAC between channels and bus |
Weight | Approximately 0.3 kg |
Related Modules or Compatible Units
140CPU65200 – Modicon Quantum CPU compatible with the 140ACI04000 for full system integration.
140ACI04001 – Analog input module variant with extended feature sets.
140ADM00100 – Analog output module complementing the 140ACI04000 inputs.
140AIO11000 – Combined analog input/output module used in Modicon Quantum systems.
Modicon Quantum Backplane – System chassis that supports the 140ACI04000 and other modules.
Quantum Ethernet Modules – Communication interface modules working in tandem with analog input modules.
140DOP00300 – Digital output module compatible with the Quantum series controllers.
140DIA26200 – Digital input module complementing analog signal processing.
Installation Notes & Maintenance Best Practices
Install the 140ACI04000 in a Modicon Quantum rack ensuring correct slot orientation and secure slot locking. Use shielded twisted pair cables for connecting analog input signals, properly grounding to minimize noise interference in industrial settings. Ensure ambient temperatures remain within the specified 0 to 60°C range and maintain humidity levels to prevent condensation on module components.
Maintenance involves regular visual inspections of LED indicators for communication and channel status, along with diagnostic checks to detect wiring or signal faults. Periodic calibration and firmware updates help maintain measurement accuracy and system compatibility. Replace or repair connection cables showing wear or damage to avoid data inconsistencies. Following manufacturer guidelines for environmental protection and handling enhances module longevity and system reliability.