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Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0
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Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0
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Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0
Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0
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6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0

ET 200S Serial Interface

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Point-to-point serial communication for ET 200S

Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0 is the ET 200S 1SI serial interface module for asynchronous point-to-point communication. One channel can be configured for RS232C, RS422 or RS485, with ASCII and 3964(R) driver options subject to the selected electrical interface.

The module exchanges messages with the controller through configured process data and communication function blocks. Its selectable process-data sizes are separate from the 224-byte maximum message length. Interface choice determines available duplex and flow-control functions, while 32-byte process-data operation depends on the installed IM 151 version.
ACTUAL APPLICATIONS

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Technical specifications for 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0

  • Product Model
    6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0
  • Product Parameters
    ET 200S Serial Interface
  • Manufacturer
    Siemens
  • Serial channel
    1 configurable interface: RS232C, RS422 or RS485
  • Protocol support
    ASCII on all three interfaces; 3964(R) on RS232C and RS422 only
  • Duplex operation
    ASCII full duplex on RS232C/RS422; RS485 half duplex only; 3964(R) half duplex
  • Baud-rate range
    Discrete settings from 110 to 115,200 bit/s
  • Maximum message length
    224 bytes for ASCII and 3964(R)
  • Character format
    7 or 8 data bits; 1 or 2 stop bits; none, odd, even or any parity
  • ASCII receive delimiter
    Character-delay expiration, one/two end characters or fixed message length
  • Flow control
    RTS/CTS on RS232C; XON/XOFF on RS232C or RS422; no flow control on RS485
  • Process-data options
    4, 8 or 32 bytes; 32-byte mode requires IM151-1 Standard from 6ES7151-1AA04-0AB0 or High Feature from 6ES7151-1BA01-0AB0, otherwise 8-byte limit
  • Cable limits
    RS232C up to 15 m; RS422/RS485 up to 1200 m subject to the specified cable and baud-rate conditions, not 1200 m at every rate
  • Rated electronics supply
    24 V DC; reverse-polarity protection
  • Supply current
    Maximum 120 mA from L+ and 10 mA from the 3.3 V backplane bus
  • Power dissipation
    Typical 1.2 W
  • Interface isolation
    RS232C and RS422/RS485 signals isolated from the module's internal power supply
  • Diagnostics
    Green TX/RX and red SF LEDs; function-block STATUS and PROFIBUS slave diagnostics
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ET 200S SERIAL DATA EXCHANGE

Match the driver, physical interface and controller program

Select the physical interface and driver together. ASCII is available on RS232C, RS422 and RS485, whereas 3964(R) is limited to RS232C and RS422. Full-duplex ASCII is not available on RS485. Use the corresponding terminal assignment and partner-specific cable diagram, including shield connections and the documented length-dependent termination requirements.
Choose the process-data size against the installed IM 151 capability, not just the module's catalog options. The exact data sheet restricts 32-byte operation to specified Standard and High Feature interface versions. Larger process-data allocations can improve throughput but consume more I/O memory; they do not change the separate maximum message length of 224 bytes.
Both partners need matching framing and protocol settings. The ASCII driver does not guarantee complete transmission integrity, and 3964(R) does not confirm processing by the receiving PLC. Use the appropriate cyclic communication blocks and diagnostic handling; CP342-5 and CP343-1 paths require special blocks rather than ordinary ET 200S 1SI standard blocks.

Features:

  • Protocol-specific interface selection
  • IM-version-qualified process-data size
  • Matched partner framing and program blocks
The Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0 requires the documented hardware configuration, installation conditions and interface arrangement to be verified before system integration and commissioning.
INTERCHANGEABILITY

Verify the complete replacement identity before commissioning

Confirm the complete 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0 identity and preserve the existing interface selection before replacing hardware. The presence of RS232C, RS422 and RS485 options does not mean all three are independent simultaneous channels. Verify the installed terminal assignment and communication partner, rather than treating any similarly shaped ET 200S serial module as interchangeable.
Record the selected ASCII or 3964(R) configuration, process-data size, receive-line initial state and all message timing and flow-control parameters. The manual specifically identifies an inverted receive-line setting for replacement compatibility, so existing line-state settings deserve review. Confirm the IM 151 version and the required function-block route before restoring the maintained project.
Plan for message loss when new parameters restart the protocol driver, and confirm how the receive buffer is handled on CPU startup. After installation, validate real send and receive transactions and evaluate TX, RX, SF and function-block STATUS information. Follow the complete station instructions and site maintenance procedure; a cleared fault LED alone does not prove correct application data exchange.

Features:

  • Exact order code and wiring retained
  • Receive-line and protocol settings checked
  • Message-buffer and transaction verification
The Siemens 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0 requires replacement verification based on its complete order number, installed hardware, signal configuration and project documentation.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions buyers ask about 6ES7138-4DF01-0AB0

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  • Can 3964(R) be used with RS485?

    No. The original driver-function table supports 3964(R) on RS232C and RS422, but not RS485. RS485 uses the ASCII driver in half-duplex operation; the generic RS422/RS485 heading in some data sheets must not override this explicit restriction.
  • Does a 32-byte interface mean the maximum message is 32 bytes?

    No. The process-data configuration and complete message length are different limits. The manual transfers larger messages in segments, while the exact data sheet permits message lengths up to 224 bytes. The 32-byte configuration also depends on the installed IM 151 version.
  • Can a 1200 m RS485 cable be used at 115.2 kbit/s?

    Do not combine those two maximum figures. For the specified cable and an ET 200S 1SI communication partner, the manual gives 1200 m at 19,200 baud and 200 m at 115,200 baud. It also specifies termination requirements for cables longer than 50 m.
  • Which S7 function blocks handle sending and receiving?

    FB 3 S_SEND sends data and FB 2 S_RCV receives it. Both require cyclic calls and completed startup coordination; calls from process or diagnostic interrupt programs are prohibited. They perform no parameter check, and incorrect parameters can put the CPU into STOP. CP342-5 or CP343-1 communication paths require special blocks instead of these standard blocks.
  • Can ASCII messages be delimited without writing all framing logic in the PLC?

    Yes. The driver offers receive termination by character-delay expiration, defined end characters or a fixed number of characters. The selected criterion and its timing must match the partner. Flow control also depends on the electrical interface and is not available on RS485.
  • What should be checked after parameter changes or CPU restart?

    New parameterization restarts the driver and discards stored send/receive messages. The startup receive-buffer setting determines whether buffered messages are cleared when the CPU returns to RUN. Restore the intended settings, wait for function-block initialization and verify message handling and diagnostic status.
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