Features:
- One weighing channel converts an analog load-cell bridge signal into SIMATIC weight data.
- The module supplies 6 V DC excitation to the connected full-bridge load-cell circuit.
- RS232 commissioning, TTY display and PLC backplane data use separate communication paths.
SIWAREX U1 serves one platform or hopper scale inside an S7-300 or ET 200M station.
Calibration parameters relate the millivolt-per-volt input to the engineering value used by the controller.
Field supply, load-cell conductors, service communication and remote indication terminate on defined connections around the module.
The Siemens 7MH4950-1AA01 SIWAREX U1 Weighing Module may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Siemens 7MH4950-1AA01 SIWAREX U1 Weighing Module Manuals,Datasheets,Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
Converting bridge output into a weight value
- Bridge excitation: The module provides 6 V DC to the connected analog full-bridge load cells.
- Signal return: The bridge output returns as a 1–4 mV/V measurement signal.
- Parallel cells: Multiple cells may share the channel when their combined resistance stays within the specified range.
- Digital result: The converted value and status become available to the SIMATIC controller.
Keeping measurement and communication conductors assigned
- Front connector: Load-cell, supply and signal conductors terminate on the documented 20-pin assignment.
- Shield path: The measurement cable shield follows the specified termination so interference does not become weight error.
- Field supply: A 24 V DC source powers the weighing electronics independently of the backplane data path.
- Remote display: The TTY connection carries the separate output intended for the supported display.
Passing measured weight to the controller
- Backplane exchange: The S7-300 or ET 200M interface transfers weight, commands and status between PLC and module.
- Data records: Parameter and command records define calibration and operating behavior.
- Diagnostic status: Module and measurement faults are returned with the process information.
- Stored setup: Nonvolatile memory retains the weighing parameters used after a restart.
Relating electrical signal to the scale reference
- Zero point: Calibration records the unloaded electrical value for the installed load-cell circuit.
- Reference load: A known load establishes the relationship between bridge output and engineering weight.
- SIWATOOL path: The RS232 service interface allows parameter work without using the TTY display path.
- Order check: The exact U1 suffix should remain in the commissioning record before parameters are transferred.