Key Features
- 16 digital transistor outputs: Digital output module with 16 channels and current-sourcing output type.
- Single-channel diagnostics: Includes diagnostics at the individual channel level, plus diagnostics function, diagnostic alarm, and substitute values.
- Safety-oriented load-group shutdown: Supports shutdown of load groups up to SIL2 according to EN IEC 62061:2021 and Category 3 / PL d according to EN ISO 13849-1:2015.
- Electrical rating: Rated value (DC): 24 V; output current for signal "1" rated value: 0.5 A; total current per group: 4 A; total current per module: 8 A.
- Installation and connection: Front connector with screw terminals or push-in is ordered separately; cable length is up to 1 000 m shielded and 600 m unshielded.
- Engineering and operating functions: STEP 7 TIA Portal configurable/integrated from version V13 SP1 / -, STEP 7 configurable/integrated from version V5.5 SP3 / -, with isochronous mode and prioritized startup.
Applications
- Digital output control for 24 V DC loads: Controls 24 V DC output signals through 16 transistor outputs.
- Load-group shutdown and output monitoring: Supports safety-oriented shutdown of load groups and channel-level diagnostics for output monitoring.
Technical Summary
| Product type designation | DQ 16x24VDC/0.5A HF |
|---|---|
| Number of digital outputs | 16 |
| Type of digital output | Transistor |
| Output current for signal "1" rated value | 0.5 A |
| Current per group, max. | 4 A; see additional description in the manual |
| Current per module, max. | 8 A; see additional description in the manual |
| Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
| Supply voltage permissible range, lower limit (DC) | 19.2 V |
| Supply voltage permissible range, upper limit (DC) | 28.8 V |
| Diagnostics function | Yes |
| Substitute values connectable | Yes |
| Isolation tested with | 707 V DC (type test) |
| STEP 7 TIA Portal configurable/integrated from version | V13 SP1 / – |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Siemens 6ES7522-1BH01-0AB0?
It is a SIMATIC S7-1500 digital output module DQ16x24 V DC/0.5A HF.
How many outputs does the 6ES7522-1BH01-0AB0 provide?
It provides 16 digital outputs in groups of 8.
What are the key electrical ratings of this output module?
Rated value (DC) is 24 V, output current for signal "1" is 0.5 A, current per group is 4 A, and current per module is 8 A.
Which engineering software versions support this module?
STEP 7 TIA Portal is configurable/integrated from version V13 SP1 / -, and STEP 7 is configurable/integrated from version V5.5 SP3 / -.
What should be checked before ordering the module?
The front connector must be ordered separately, and it is available with screw terminals or push-in.
