SIEMENS 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0
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SIEMENS | PLC Controls | Analog Input / Output Modules
- EICHLER-art.no.: K0219489
- EAN: 4025515076025
- UPC: 662643401479
Product description
SIMATIC S7, ANALOG INPUT SM 336, 6 AI; 15 BIT; FAIL-SAFE ANALOG INPUTS FOR SIMATIC SAFETY, WITH HART SUPPORT, UP TO CATEGORY 4 (EN 954-1)/ SIL3 (IEC61508)/PLE (ISO13849), 1X 20-POLE
Services for SIEMENS 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0
Repair
from 534,73 €
to 962,51 €
Replacement
1.217,11 €
912,83 €
Used
1.352,35 €
1.014,26 €
New
1.502,60 €
1.126,95 €
SIEMENS |
6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 –
additional product information
| Delivery information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Export identifier | AL: N ECCN: EAR99H | ||
| Net weight | 0.339 | ||
| Quantity | 1 Stück | ||
| Packaging quantity | 1 | ||
| Additional product information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Product status | EOP: 2025-10-01 | ||
| EAN | 4025515076025 | ||
| UPC | 662643401479 | ||
| Static lot number | 85389091 | ||
| List indicator | ST73 | ||
| Product group | 4465 | ||
| Country of origin | DE | ||
| Compliance with the substance restrictions according to RoHS directive | Since: 20081010 | ||
| Product classifications | Version | Classification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| eClass | 4 | 27-24-03-05 | |
| eClass | 5.1 | 27-24-22-01 | |
| eClass | 6.0 | 27-24-22-01 | |
| ETIM | 3 | / | |
| ETIM | 4 | EC001420 | |
| ETIM | 5 | EC001420 | |
What is the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 and where is it used?
The 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 is a fail-safe analogue input module from the SIMATIC S7-300 / ET 200M product family. Siemens describes it as an SM 336 F-AI 6 x 0/4 ... 20 mA HART module with six analogue inputs, 15-bit resolution, and HART support. It is used wherever analogue process values must be acquired safely in existing safety-related systems, for example pressure, level, flow, or temperature signals from 2-wire and 4-wire transmitters. For maintenance and purchasing departments, the module is particularly relevant when existing S7-300 or ET 200M installations must continue operating, be repaired quickly, or be supplied with identical hardware.
Overview of the key technical data and what it means
Technically, the module is designed for 0 to 20 mA and 4 to 20 mA signals. It operates on 24 V DC, typically requires 150 mA from L+, supports both 2-wire and 4-wire transmitters, and provides a typical input impedance of 150 Ω. The 15-bit resolution is important when analogue signals need to be measured accurately and processed reliably. In safety mode, the module supports either 6 single-channel or 3 dual-channel measurement points. Additional features include 16 bytes of input data, 4 bytes of output data, a 20-pin front connector, diagnostic LEDs for SF, SAFE, Fn, and Hn, and a maximum shielded cable length of 1000 m. For safety applications, performance levels of up to SIL 3 and Category 4 / PL e can be achieved in dual-channel operation.
Product status, life-cycle status, and obsolescence
Siemens now classifies the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 as a spare part. At the same time, the phase-out of the S7-300 and ET 200M product families has been officially documented. The platform is in PM400 status, meaning the product phase-out was announced effective 01 October 2023, while product detail pages show the life-cycle status as Product Cancellation. For operators, this means that the module remains important for existing systems, but supply security should be actively managed. A direct 1:1 successor specifically designated by Siemens for this exact article number could not be verified in the reviewed Siemens documentation. It is, however, documented that the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 was introduced as a successor to the older 6ES7336-1HE00-0AB0, although Siemens does not classify it as a fully compatible drop-in replacement.
Available EICHLER services and when they are relevant
For the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0, EICHLER offers repair, exchange, used, and new units. Repair is typically specified with a turnaround time of 2 to 5 days and includes technical cleaning, preventive maintenance, comprehensive functional testing, and a minimum 24-month warranty. Exchange, used, and new units are generally listed with availability of 1 to 3 days. For maintenance personnel, repair is particularly attractive when the module is already integrated into an existing safety architecture and rapid recommissioning is essential. For purchasing departments, an exchange solution may be preferable when downtime costs exceed the difference between repair and replacement. For decision-makers, the combination of repair, exchange services, and available replacement stock significantly reduces obsolescence risks within existing installations.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply voltage | |
| Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
| Load voltage L+ | |
| ● Rated value (DC) | 24 V |
| ● Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
| Input current | |
| From power supply L+, typ. | 150 mA |
| from backplane bus 5 V DC, max. | 90 mA |
| Power loss | |
| Power loss, typ. | 4.5 W |
| Analog inputs | |
| Number of analog inputs | 6 |
| permissible input current for current input (destruction limit), max. | 40 mA |
| Input ranges | |
| ● Voltage | No |
| ● Current | Yes |
| ● Thermocouple | No |
| ● Resistance thermometer | No |
| ● Resistance | No |
| Input ranges (rated values), currents | |
| ● 0 to 20 mA | Yes |
| — Input resistance (0 to 20 mA) | 150 Ω; typ. 150 ohms max. 175 ohms |
| ● 4 mA to 20 mA | Yes |
| — Input resistance (4 mA to 20 mA) | 150 Ω; typ. 150 ohms max. 175 ohms |
| Cable length | |
| ● shielded, max. | 1 000 m |
| Analog value generation for the inputs | |
| Integration and conversion time/resolution per channel | |
| ● Resolution with overrange (bit including sign), max. | 16 bit; 15 bit + sign |
| ● Integration time (ms) | 20 ms @ 50 Hz, 16.7 ms @ 60 Hz |
| ● Interference voltage suppression for interference frequency f1 in Hz | f=n x (f1 ±0.5 %) |
| Encoder | |
| Connection of signal encoders | |
| ● for current measurement as 2-wire transducer | Yes |
| ● for current measurement as 4-wire transducer | Yes |
| Errors/accuracies | |
| Operational error limit in overall temperature range | |
| ● Current, relative to input range, (+/-) | 0.2 %; 40 µA |
| Basic error limit (operational limit at 25 °C) | |
| ● Current, relative to input range, (+/-) | 0.1 % |
| Interrupts/diagnostics/status information | |
| Diagnostics function | Yes |
| Alarms | |
| ● Diagnostic alarm | Yes |
| Diagnoses | |
| ● Diagnostic information readable | Yes |
| Diagnostics indication LED | |
| ● Fail-safe operation | Yes |
| ● Group error SF (red) | Yes |
| ● Encoder supply Vs (green) | No |
| Potential separation | |
| Potential separation analog inputs | |
| ● between the channels | Yes |
| ● between the channels and backplane bus | Yes |
| ● between the channels and the power supply of the electronics | Yes |
| Isolation | |
| Isolation tested with | 370V for 1 min |
| Standards, approvals, certificates | |
| Highest safety class achievable in safety mode | |
| ● acc. to EN 954 | 4 |
| ● Performance level according to ISO 13849-1 | e |
| ● SIL acc. to IEC 61508 | SIL 3 |
| Connection method | |
| required front connector | 20-pin |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 40 mm |
| Height | 125 mm |
| Depth | 120 mm |
| Weights | |
| Weight, approx. | 350 g |
| Fault description | Possible solution |
|---|---|
| Why does the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 report a wire break even though the sensor is connected? | First check the measuring cable between the module and the transmitter. Siemens identifies a cable interruption or an incorrectly configured measuring range as common causes. Therefore, verify the wiring, measuring range, and transmitter polarity. If the channel is intentionally unused, it must be handled correctly within the project. In SPS forum discussions, 4.7 kΩ resistors are recommended for passive transmitters, while a bridging solution is described for active transmitters to prevent persistent SF and F faults. |
| Why does the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 indicate a discrepancy fault? | Siemens states that the primary cause is a tolerance window being exceeded after the configured discrepancy time has elapsed. Check whether the signal is correctly routed to both safety inputs, whether the transmitter is operating plausibly, and whether the discrepancy time and tolerance window are appropriate for the process dynamics. For slowly changing process values, a less restrictive parameter setting is often beneficial. |
| Why does the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 become passivated during active HART communication and display 16#F580:0F01? | Siemens explicitly documents this behaviour. The recommended solution is to configure the HART gate (HART_Tor) as switchable so that HART communication is only enabled deliberately from the safety program. Open the HART gate only when the system is in a safe operating state and disable it again once parameterisation has been completed. |
| Why does the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 report “External auxiliary voltage missing”? | Siemens identifies a missing L+ supply voltage as the primary cause. Check the 24 V supply, terminals, fuses, and power feed to the F-module. If the fault remains despite a correct supply voltage, Siemens notes that an internal fuse failure or an internal hardware defect may also be responsible. |
| Why does the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 display CRC faults or communication errors? | According to Siemens, typical causes include communication problems between the F-CPU and the module, defects in the PROFIBUS connection, excessive electromagnetic interference, or unauthorised access from the standard program to the F-module. Check the bus connection, shielding, grounding, monitoring times, and project consistency. If CRC or watchdog faults occur repeatedly without any obvious environmental cause, a hardware defect should also be considered. |
| Why do the F5 and SF LEDs remain active on an unused channel? | On the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0, an unconnected channel can remain in a fault state. SPS forum users describe a 4.7 kΩ termination resistor for passive transmitters and a bridging arrangement for active transmitters. It is important that the termination method matches the actual measuring principle and the safety configuration. According to forum experience, the green H indicator is only relevant when HART communication is actively running. |
What is the difference between 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 and 6ES7336-1HE00-0AB0?
Siemens documents that the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 was introduced as the successor to the older 6ES7336-1HE00-0AB0, but it is not considered a compatible replacement. For purchasing and maintenance teams, this is a critical distinction: the change should not be treated as a simple plug-in replacement. Before migration, the configuration, wiring, addressing and safety-related behaviour must be carefully verified.
Is the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0 still available or already discontinued?
The module is clearly positioned within the product phase-out stage by Siemens. It is classified as a spare part, and the PM400 status for S7-300 / ET 200M has been in effect since 01 October 2023. In addition, the lifecycle status is listed as Product Cancellation. This does not automatically mean that the module is unavailable today, but the risk of supply bottlenecks is increasing. For existing installations, repair, exchange, refurbished units and strategic spare-part stocking are therefore becoming increasingly important.
Which sensors and measurement types are supported by the module?
The module is designed for 0/4 to 20 mA current measurement and supports both 2-wire and 4-wire transmitters. It can process either 6 single-channel measuring points or 3 dual-channel measuring points. HART communication is available for 4–20 mA applications. This makes the module suitable for many common process instruments, including pressure, level, flow and temperature transmitters, provided that their electrical and safety characteristics match the project requirements.
Can I use HART communication directly on multiple channels at the same time?
No. Siemens states that each module contains one shared HART modem for all six channels. As a result, only one channel can be accessed directly at a time. When using SIMATIC PDM, Siemens also recommends creating the HART field device only for the channel with the lower channel number. This is important for parameterisation, diagnostics and maintenance planning.
Are firmware updates available for the 6ES7336-4GE00-0AB0?
Yes. Siemens provides firmware updates for the ET 200M module and notes that Firmware Version 1.0.3 offers improved immunity to external influences such as interference. The manual also states that firmware updates can be performed via HW Config. This is particularly relevant if sporadic communication or EMC-related issues occur. Before updating, however, the approved firmware version within the plant should always be checked.
When is repair more economical than exchange or new procurement?
For a module that is already in the product phase-out stage, repair is often the most economical option when the existing installation is validated, modification efforts would be significant, and downtime costs outweigh repair costs. Exchange is preferable when an immediately available replacement is required. New units are appropriate when identical hardware is needed for critical spare-part inventories. On the current EICHLER product page, all of these options—repair, exchange, refurbished and new—are available. This allows operators to balance response time, cost control and long-term spare-part security according to their operational requirements.
