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Siemens 6DD1688-0AD0
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6DD1688-0AD0

Serial communication interface submodule

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

6DD1688-0AD0 Serial communication interface submodule

Siemens 6DD1688-0AD0 is the SS4 serial communication submodule for SIMADYN D. It provides supported serial links for configured automation and drive-control communication, including documented DUST and USS arrangements.

The SS4 has a standard RS232 interface and supports specified adapter submodules for TTY, RS232 handshaking or RS485. Its front connector has 26 pins and its host connection has 48 pins. USS operates in the documented master role, with communication rate and termination dependent on the selected adapter and connected equipment.
ACTUAL APPLICATIONS

Application context for 6DD1688-0AD0

Siemens 6DD1688-0AD0 is the SS4 serial communication submodule for SIMADYN D. It serves compatible automation in pulp and paper, metallurgy, manufacturing. Suitable use requires the documented companion hardware, electrical connections and configured production process.
  • 01 · PULP & PAPER

    Paper Production and Industrial Material Converting

    Paper Finishing and ConvertingPaper and Board Manufacturing
  • 02 · METALLURGY

    Metal Production and Continuous Steel Processing

    Steel Rolling and FinishingIndustrial Metal Material Converting
  • 03 · MANUFACTURING

    Material Processing and Industrial Manufacturing Production

    Industrial Material ManufacturingContinuous Material Process Converting

Technical specifications for 6DD1688-0AD0

  • Product Model
    6DD1688-0AD0
  • Product Parameters
    Serial communication interface submodule
  • In stock
    5 units
  • Manufacturer
    Siemens
  • Standard electrical interface
    RS232
  • Optional current-loop interface
    20 mA TTY through SS1
  • Optional handshake adapter
    RS232 RTS/CTS through SS2
  • Optional differential adapter
    RS485 through SS31
  • USS role
    Master
  • Maximum USS rate
    187.5 kbaud, configuration dependent
  • Front connector
    26-pin
  • Backplane connector
    48-pin
  • 5 V current
    0.4 A
  • Positive 15 V current
    20 mA
  • Negative 15 V current
    20 mA
  • RS485 termination resistor
    150 Ω
  • RS485 bias resistors
    390 Ω each
  • RS485 data B assignment
    Pin 5 with SS31
  • RS485 data A assignment
    Pin 17 with SS31
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Alternative Names

6DD1688-0AD0 SIMADYN D SS4 Serial communication interface submodule D SS4 RS232 standard electrical interface
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SYSTEM INTEGRATION

Integrate 6DD1688-0AD0 serial communication interface submodule

Siemens 6DD1688-0AD0 is the SS4 serial communication submodule for SIMADYN D. It provides supported serial links for configured automation and drive-control communication, including documented DUST and USS arrangements.
Compare standard electrical interface (RS232), optional current-loop interface (20 mA TTY through SS1) and optional handshake adapter (RS232 RTS/CTS through SS2) with the installed SIMADYN D SS4 configuration. Match the supply connections and documented companion hardware before connection.
Use the applicable SIMADYN D SS4 instructions for wiring and commissioning. Test the affected functions of 6DD1688-0AD0, review its status indications and record the accepted settings with the equipment documentation.

Features:

  • Standard electrical interface: RS232
  • Optional current-loop interface: 20 mA TTY through SS1
  • Optional handshake adapter: RS232 RTS/CTS through SS2
The 6DD1688-0AD0 serial communication interface submodule requires appropriate configuration before system integration and commissioning.
INTERCHANGEABILITY

Verify 6DD1688-0AD0 serial communication interface submodule

Replace 6DD1688-0AD0 only after matching its complete article, SIMADYN D SS4 role and installed interface configuration. Related order numbers do not establish interchangeability.
Record the existing serial communication interface submodule connections and preserve the configured SIMADYN D SS4 settings before removal. Photograph connector keying, cable labels and the supplied article identification.
After fitting the verified 6DD1688-0AD0, restore the documented settings and test the affected functions at a safe operating point. Retain its receiving inspection and functional acceptance results with the asset record.

Features:

  • Standard electrical interface: RS232
  • Optional current-loop interface: 20 mA TTY through SS1
  • Optional handshake adapter: RS232 RTS/CTS through SS2
The 6DD1688-0AD0 serial communication interface submodule requires replacement verification against the complete installed configuration and current manufacturer documentation.
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  • Match the complete order to the manufacturer document scope
  • Accessories are supplied only when listed in the quotation
Documentation for the 6DD1688-0AD0 serial communication interface submodule must be checked for document applicability before installation or commissioning.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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  • Is RS485 built directly into the standard SS4 interface?

    The standard interface is RS232; RS485 uses the documented SS31 adapter.
  • Which adapter provides a 20 mA current loop?

    The SS1 adapter provides the documented TTY current-loop interface for SS4.
  • How is RTS/CTS implemented on an SS4 serial link?

    The documented SS2 adapter supplies RS232 RTS/CTS handshaking.
  • Can SS4 be configured as the USS master?

    Yes. The hardware manual describes its USS master arrangement.
  • What termination resistance is specified with SS31?

    The documented RS485 data-pair termination is 150 Ω, with 390 Ω bias resistors.
  • How many contacts are present on the SS4 front connector?

    The SS4 front connector has 26 contacts.
  • What serial configuration should accompany an SS4 spare request?

    Include the fitted SS1, SS2 or SS31 adapter and the existing DUST or USS configuration.
  • Which supplied adapter details should purchasing verify?

    Confirm the requested serial adapter separately from the 0AD0 host submodule and inspect its connector condition.
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