{"product_id":"schneider-electric-as-b846-002-800-series-analog-input-multiplexer","title":"Schneider Electric AS-B846-002 800 Series Analog Input Multiplexer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Schneider Electric Modicon \u003cstrong\u003eAS-B846-002\u003c\/strong\u003e (ASB846002) is a 16-channel current input multiplexer module designed for the Modicon 800 Series I\/O system. It acquires analog signals across 16 channels and routes them to a single shared analog output path to save PLC rack space and reduce conversion hardware costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel Multiplexing and Signal Conditioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module supports up to 16 current input channels, typically accepting standard 4-20 mA current loop signals. Channel selection is controlled via PLC register addressing, allowing sequential routing with a break-before-make switching behavior and rapid 3 ms channel response times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRack Integration and Mechanical Form Factor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for installation into a single 800 Series I\/O rack slot, the \u003cstrong\u003eAS-B846-002\u003c\/strong\u003e weighs approximately 2.45 lbs (1.11 kg). It interfaces directly with the backplane bus to draw its required 5 VDC power, maintaining reliable connection integrity within high-density control enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS-B846-002 (ASB846002)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric (Modicon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 Series I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog Input Multiplexers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 input channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 to 20 mA current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+5 VDC (65 mA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Slot Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.45 lbs (1.11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the main difference between the \u003cstrong\u003eAS-B846-002\u003c\/strong\u003e and the AS-B846-001 module? A: The \u003cstrong\u003eAS-B846-002\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for current loop input signals (4 to 20 mA), whereas the AS-B846-001 model is configured for voltage input signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many PLC rack slots does this analog multiplexer occupy? A: The \u003cstrong\u003eAS-B846-002\u003c\/strong\u003e occupies a single slot within a standard Modicon 800 Series I\/O rack.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67051322474611,"sku":"AS-B846-002","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/AS-B846-0022_Cocoai.jpg?v=1793264604","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/schneider-electric-as-b846-002-800-series-analog-input-multiplexer","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}