Schneider 140ACI04000 High-Precision 16-Bit Analog Input Module

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Model Schneider 140ACI04000-NEW

The 140ACI04000​ is a high-performance, multi-range analog input module manufactured by Schneider Electric, belonging to the prestigious Modicon Quantum automation platform. Designed as a core I/O acquisition component for large-scale PLC control systems, the 140ACI04000​ provides sixteen fully differential analog input channels capable of connecting directly to a wide variety of industrial field instruments, including pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, flow meters, and level transmitters. It converts continuous analog process signals into high-resolution digital data that the Quantum PLC processor can read, calculate, and act upon, forming the critical data foundation for precise process monitoring and closed-loop control.

Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the 140ACI04000​ supports multiple current input ranges—4…20 mA, 0…20 mA, and 0…25 mA—with software-configurable resolution up to 25,000 counts. Its standout performance is built on a ±0.125% full-scale absolute accuracy, an exceptionally low linearity error, and a minimal temperature drift of only ±0.0025% of full scale per degree Celsius. Combined with a 1780 V AC channel-to-bus isolation rating and a common-mode rejection better than -90 dB at 60 Hz, the 140ACI04000​ delivers clean, stable, and reliable measurements even in electrically noisy plants. A built-in single-pole low-pass filter with a 34 Hz cutoff suppresses high-frequency interference, while the integrated 4…20 mA broken-wire detection and comprehensive front-panel LED diagnostics empower maintenance teams to identify and resolve field faults quickly, minimizing costly downtime.

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name Parameter Value
Product Model 140ACI04000
Manufacturer Schneider Electric
Product Type Analog Input Module (Modicon Quantum Platform)
Number of Input Channels 16, Differential Type
Supported Input Ranges 4…20 mA / 0…20 mA / 0…25 mA
Input Resolution 0…16000 counts (4…20 mA) / 0…20000 counts (0…20 mA) / 0…25000 counts (0…25 mA) / 0…4095 counts (12-bit mode)
Absolute Accuracy Error ±0.125% of Full Scale
Linearity Error ±12 µA max (4…20 mA) / ±6 µA max (0…20 mA, 0…25 mA)
Temperature Drift ±0.0025% of Full Scale / °C
Input Impedance 250 Ohm
Absolute Maximum Input 30 mA
Common Mode Rejection > -90 dB at 60 Hz
Channel-to-Bus Isolation 1780 V AC for 60 seconds
Update Time 15 ms (2-wire / 4-wire transmitter compatible)
Filter Type Single-pole low-pass, -3 dB at 34 Hz (±25%)
Fault Detection Broken wire detection for 4…20 mA loops
Addressing Requirement 17 input words
Bus Current Requirement 360 mA
Power Dissipation 5 W
Local Signaling LEDs 1 green (bus active) + 1 red (external fault) + 16 green (channel on) + 16 red (channel fault)
Operating Temperature 0…60 °C
Storage Temperature -40…85 °C
Relative Humidity 95% without condensation
Operating Altitude ≤ 5000 m
Net Weight 0.3 kg
Standards & Certifications UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 142, cUL, FM Class 1 Division 2, CE
EMC / ESD Immunity 4 kV contact / 8 kV air (IEC 801-2); 10 V/m, 80…1000 MHz (IEC 801-3)

 

Main Features and Advantages

High-density 16-channel differential acquisition:​ The 140ACI04000​ consolidates sixteen independent analog input channels into a single standard rack slot, dramatically reducing the number of modules required in the control cabinet. This high-density design optimizes backplane space, lowers total hardware procurement cost, and simplifies system architecture without sacrificing measurement quality.

Multi-range flexibility with precision performance:​ Supporting 4…20 mA, 0…20 mA, and 0…25 mA current loops, the module adapts to virtually any industrial transmitter. With resolution scaling to 25,000 counts and an absolute accuracy of ±0.125% full scale, the 140ACI04000​ captures even the smallest process deviations, making it ideal for demanding control loops such as pH regulation, precision batching, and tight temperature control.

Robust noise immunity and galvanic isolation:​ Differential inputs paired with a common-mode rejection exceeding 90 dB at 60 Hz effectively cancel ground-loop noise and electromagnetic interference. The 1780 V AC isolation barrier between channels and the system bus protects sensitive backplane electronics from field-side voltage transients, ensuring long-term data integrity in harsh electrical environments.

Intelligent diagnostics and signal conditioning:​ A dedicated 34 Hz low-pass filter smooths jitter and rejects high-frequency spikes, while automatic broken-wire detection for 4…20 mA loops immediately flags open-circuit faults. The 34 front-panel LEDs provide instant, channel-level visual status, allowing technicians to diagnose problems at a glance without specialized tools.

Rugged environmental durability:​ Rated for operation from 0 to 60 °C and storage from -40 to 85 °C, the 140ACI04000​ performs reliably at altitudes up to 5000 meters and in up to 95% relative humidity. Its compliance with UL 508, CSA, cUL, and FM Class 1 Division 2 standards, together with strong ESD and EMC immunity, makes it a dependable choice for hazardous and electrically challenging locations.