Siemens 6ES5241-3DA12: Ultrasonic Position Decoder for SIMATIC S5

Meet the Siemens 6ES5241-3DA12, a specialized IP 241 USW ultrasonic position decoder module for the SIMATIC S5 system. This intelligent module interfaces directly with ultrasonic sensors to measure precise distances or positions. Moreover, it processes the raw sensor signal and provides a clean, digital value to the S5 CPU. Consequently, it enables reliable non-contact positioning for applications like level measurement, material handling, and object detection.

Detailed Technical Specifications

The 6ES5241-3DA12 module handles complex signal processing within a compact industrial design. Below are its key technical parameters for system integration.

Core Functionality and System Integration

This module decodes the time-of-flight signal from an ultrasonic transducer. Therefore, it calculates accurate distance measurements independent of the main CPU’s scan cycle. Additionally, it typically features adjustable parameters for scanning range and signal filtering to adapt to various environments.

The 6ES5241-3DA12 simplifies integration of advanced sensing technology into the S5 platform. Furthermore, for complete system protection, ensure all connected sensors and modules have proper electrical safeguarding. For example, a RMS-TSG-TZ-C Static Trip device can protect the power supply line for related field instruments.

Engineered for Precise and Robust Sensing

Choosing the Siemens 6ES5241-3DA12 adds sophisticated ultrasonic measurement capabilities to your S5 control system. Its dedicated processing ensures high accuracy and reliability for critical positioning tasks. Ultimately, this decoder module is an essential component for automating processes that require precise, non-contact detection and measurement.