ET 200SP digital output slice — what it fits
The 6ES7132-6BH00-0AA0 is a 2-byte digital output module for the Siemens ET 200SP distributed I/O system. It provides 16 channels of 24 VDC current-sourcing outputs rated 8 A total continuous current at up to 60 °C ambient. It requires a BU type A0 base unit — the mechanical and electrical backplane interface that carries the module and connects it to the ET 200SP bus. The base unit supports 1-wire connection directly; for 2-, 3-, or 4-wire sensors, add a potential distributor module.
Switching performance and diagnostics
Typical turn-on time is 80 µs at rated load, maximum 150 µs; turn-off is 100 µs typical, 200 µs maximum. This suits fast solenoid or contactor banks where cycle time matters. Diagnostic alarm and group error reporting are built in — the module signals a short-circuit or wire-break condition to the controller. I&M data (I&M0 to I&M3) is supported for asset tracking and firmware version identification. Power dissipation is 1 W typical. Maximum cable length is 1 000 m shielded, 600 m unshielded.
No official pin-compatible replacement exists within the ET 200SP family — the 6ES7132-6BH00-0AA0 is the current 2-byte DQ variant with 8 A continuous rating. Older ET 200S output modules use a different form factor and base unit; they are not mechanically interchangeable.