SCHNEIDER AS-B805-016 (Modicon 800/984 Series 16‑Point 115VAC Discrete Input Module)
June 01, 2026

SCHNEIDER AS-B805-016 (Modicon 800/984 Series 16‑Point 115VAC Discrete Input Module)

Product Description The AS-B805-016 is a 16‑point discrete AC input module for Modicon 800/984‑series PLC racks. It converts 115VAC field signals (pushbuttons, limit switches, relays) into logic levels for the PLC.

Description

Model Definition

  • AS: Modicon Automation System component

  • B805: 16‑point discrete AC input module

  • 016: 115VAC, 16 points, 8 points per isolated common (2 groups)

Technical Specifications

  • Points: 16 input channels (2 groups × 8 points/common)

  • Input Voltage: 80–130VAC, 47–63Hz

  • ON Threshold: ≥40VAC (Z<1kΩ)

  • OFF Threshold: 0–35VAC (Z=0Ω); 0–130VAC (Z>40kΩ)

  • Wetting Current: 6mA typical @ 115VAC

  • Response Time: OFF→ON: 4ms typical / 6ms max; ON→OFF: 11ms typical / 18ms max

  • Isolation: 1000VDC channel‑to‑backplane

  • Power Consumption: +5V 40mA, +4.3V 1mA, -5V 14mA

  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C

  • Storage Temperature: −40°C to +70°C

  • Humidity: 5%–95% non‑condensing

  • Protection Class: IP20

  • Weight: ≈1.01kg (2.2 lbs)

Interface & Configuration

  • Backplane: Modicon 800/984‑series I/O bus

  • Terminals: Screw terminals (16 inputs, 2 common lines)

  • Indicators: LED status per channel (ON when active)

  • Mounting: DIN rail or 19‑inch rack

  • Wiring: 0.5–2.5mm² copper wires

Core Functions

  • 115VAC Signal Sensing: Reads standard AC industrial input devices

  • High‑Density Inputs: 16 points in one slot for space‑saving

  • Grouped Isolated Commons: 2 isolated groups for flexible grounding

  • LED Status Indication: Quick visual diagnostics per channel

  • Noise Immunity: Built‑in filtering for industrial environments

Application Scenarios

  • Systems: Modicon 800, 984, 300‑series PLCs, SY/MAX legacy systems

  • Industries: Manufacturing, process control, material handling, packaging

  • Use Cases: Limit switches, pushbuttons, relay contacts, 115VAC sensor outputs

Compatibility

  • Racks: Modicon 800/984/300‑series 8/11‑slot backplanes

  • CPUs: AS‑984B‑128, PC‑E984‑685, AS‑9370‑001

  • Software: Concept, ProWORX 32, P190


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